Principal Program Manager

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Product Line Management and R&D Management to generate development schedules that achieve key project milestones, NPI deliverables, business requirements, and customer satisfaction.
• Manage cross-functional team to procure material, assemble and test product, complete internal qualification testing, ship qualifiable samples to customers, and launch early-stage ramp in the factory. 
• Escort Transceiver products through R&D NPI Phase Gate process, meet NPI deliverable, and deliver qualified products to the global Operations team.
• Primary team interface working with design team, internal support groups, operations team, and marketing; be a catalyst for engagement.
• Manage the project schedule, communicate status, highlight gaps to plan to stakeholders and management.
• Set, manage, and communicate expectations to the project team, management, and other stakeholders.
• Identify and manage project resource constraints, dependencies, and critical paths to accomplish the program goals; resolve issues.
• Manage material supply to ensure build configuration and schedule will support required NPI deliverables.
• Regular communication with global manufacturing and supply chain team members.
• Light travel for development activities: global team coordination, product transfer, and problem resolution.

Education & Experience

• BS/MS in an engineering or science discipline plus 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with optical transceivers or components desirable.
• Experience with New Product Introduction (NPI) and/or Product Lifecycle Management processes. 
• Experience successfully managing cross-functional teams, interacting with a broad range of functions, skills, cultures, and personalities.

Skills

• Strong problem solving, critical thinking, and risk management skills.
• Strong communication, planning, and organizational skills.
• Previous experience as an engineer in R&D or Operations a strong advantage.
• Highly self-motivated with a strong multi-disciplinary background is essential.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite required.
• Experience with Oracle, Agile, and MS Project desirable

Working Conditions

• This position is onsite
• May require occasional off-site meetings or travel
• Regular use of a computer and other office equipment is necessary
• Interaction with team members and external contacts is a regular part of the job
• May require occasional overtime and flexibility in work hours to accommodate the executive's needs

Physical Requirements

• Sitting for extended periods while working on a computer or conducting meetings.
• Use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling documents.
• Occasional lifting of objects or materials up to 20 pounds for administrative tasks.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Mobility within the office environment to attend meetings or interact with colleagues.

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company's values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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