Lead, Product Operations

Cisco

Leader overseeing product operations and driving transformation in supply chain at Cisco. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize efficiency and improve operational processes.

Posted 7/16/2026full-timeSan Jose • California, North Carolina, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $159,800 - $202,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in process design, governance, and continuous improvement within global supply chain operations, leveraging data analytics to drive operational excellence and strategic decision-making. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders to achieve business objectives.

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Process DesignGlobal Supply Chain OperationsData AnalyticsLeadershipContinuous Improvement

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Hard Skills

Process GovernanceOperational ExcellenceData-Driven Decision MakingProcess StandardizationPerformance MetricsCompliance ManagementProgram ManagementTrade ComplianceSupplier Compliance ManagementLifecycle Controls

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCommunication SkillsInfluencing StakeholdersCollaborationMentoring

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in EngineeringBachelor's Degree in Supply ChainBachelor's Degree in Operations ManagementAdvanced Degree or Relevant Certifications Preferred

Industry Keywords

Global Hardware ManufacturingNPIOperational ProcessesBusiness AgilityCross-Functional TeamsStrategic Business ObjectivesEnd-to-End Supply Chain Performance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a key partner to Business Units and cross-functional teams, ensuring operational processes are scalable, efficient, and aligned with business objectives
Leverage data, analytics, and process expertise to find opportunities for transformation, improve operational performance, and influence strategic decision-making
Lead and mentor a team of Global Process Owners (GPOs), process owners, and data teams leading data-oriented process enhancements
Drive process governance, accountability, and operational excellence across NPI and sustaining product lifecycles
Define and implement process strategy by standardizing and optimizing global operations to improve scalability, efficiency, quality, and business agility
Establish governance frameworks, policies, and lifecycle controls that ensure consistent execution, compliance, and alignment across the organization
Leverage data analytics and performance metrics to identify risks, uncover improvement opportunities, and communicate actionable insights to executive leadership through compelling storytelling and dashboards
Drive cross-functional collaboration across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to deliver integrated solutions and support strategic business objectives
Lead continuous improvement initiatives, using data-driven decision making to resolve operational challenges, measure transformation outcomes, and strengthen end-to-end supply chain performance.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or a related field; advanced degree or relevant certifications preferred
8+ years of experience in supply chain, product operations, compliance, program management, or related functions within a global hardware manufacturing environment
Demonstrated expertise in process design, governance, standardization, and continuous improvement across complex, cross-functional organizations
Strong knowledge of global supply chain operations, trade compliance, country-of-origin regulations, tariffs, and supplier compliance management
Proven leadership, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders, leverage data-driven insights, and drive organizational change at scale.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
paid parental leave
short and long-term disability coverage
basic life insurance
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid days off for personal wellness
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year
flexible vacation time off program for exempt employees
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer