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Technical Program Manager – Supplier Quality/Supply Chain

Technical Program Manager – Supplier Quality/Supply Chain
We are seeking a Technical Program Manager (TPM) with a background in hardware programs, supplier quality, and supply chain operations. This role requires someone who has worked at a small to mid-sized hardware company, where wearing multiple hats was the norm and adaptability was expected. The ideal candidate is resourceful, operations-savvy, and capable of owning supply chain and supplier coordination without relying on step-by-step direction. A strong understanding of optics, both in terms of component-level technologies and stakeholder perception, is essential, as this role involves navigating complex supplier relationships and ensuring alignment across engineering, quality, and operations teams.

Scope:
• Act as the primary point of contact for hardware supply chain projects, from component sourcing through delivery, in low-volume, high-complexity builds, particularly in optics and semiconductor manufacturing.
• Engage in lens assembly workflows and ensure precision in component integration.
• Own supplier engagement: travel to manufacturing sites, build relationships with contract manufacturers (CMs), and manage onsite production support when needed.
• Handle purchasing, PO tracking, and coordination of Bill of Materials (BOMs) and hardware readiness.
• Monitor and manage supplier performance across quality, cost, and delivery metrics; maintain supplier scorecards.
• Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, and operations teams to track hardware development schedules and resolve cross-functional blockers.
• Collaborate with PLM teams to manage product lifecycle documentation and updates.
• Drive supplier selection, negotiate deliverables, and work closely with OEM and third-party vendors.
• Navigate ambiguity in fast-paced environments by taking high-level objectives and independently defining the steps to execute.

Required:
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in technical program management, particularly in hardware or electronics-based environments.
• Experience in optics, lens assembly, or semiconductor supply chains.
• Experience in high-complexity manufacturing environments where precision assembly is critical.
• Solid understanding of optics and the underlying physics, including experience with optical components, systems integration, and how optical performance impacts hardware design.
• Ability to manage multiple suppliers and CMs, balancing timelines, logistics, and deliverables.
• Comfortable working without step-by-step direction; thrives in environments with unclear paths and evolving priorities .
• Experience with logistics or international supply chain workflows.
• Exposure to supplier evaluation, OEM selection, and contract manufacturing models.
• Direct involvement in hardware supply chain management, especially around PCB and PCBA builds.
• Strong understanding of PCBA manufacturing, component sourcing, BOM structure, and cost drivers.
• Technical curiosity or hands-on inclination (e.g., a “tinkerer”) with basic knowledge of testing and manufacturing processes.
• Willingness to travel (~10%) to supplier and CM sites as needed.

Pluses:
• Familiarity with Gerber files, basic PCB troubleshooting, or board-level diagnostic.
• Ability to drive hardware development without waiting for SCM or engineering to initiate decisions.
Previous experience working in or with companies like Western Digital or similar hardware OEMs.



Estimated Min Rate: $40.00
Estimated Max Rate: $65.00


What’s In It for You?
We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• MetLife Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Certification and training opportunities

Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.