Strategic Program Manager

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Strategic Program Manager partnering with enterprises to accelerate product launches at MISUMI Americas. Leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality standards within complex programs.

Posted 7/6/2026full-timeRemote • Arizona, California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $105,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

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Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as the primary customer advocate, building strong relationships to deliver high-quality customer experiences that drive long-term loyalty.
Collaborate cross-functionally with pre- & post-sale teams to ensure on-time delivery while proactively managing risks and changes throughout the program lifecycle.
Leverage your technical expertise in engineering and manufacturing alongside strong program management skills to identify risks early, develop risk mitigation plans, and manage changes to keep projects on track.
Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the program, providing valuable insights and guidance to both internal teams and customers to ensure alignment and clarity.
Monitor and report program milestones making necessary adjustments to timelines and deliverables, to meet customer expectations and maintain high-quality standards.
Identify opportunities for process improvements and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Facilitate regular status meetings with customers and internal teams to clearly communicate requirements, timelines, and quality standards, ensuring alignment and proactively resolving any blockers.
All employees are expected to maintain and contribute to the QMS.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering.
5+ years of experience managing projects/ programs in fast-paced engineering or manufacturing environments.
Hands-on experience with New Product Development (NPD), New Product Introduction (NPI), and high-volume manufacturing facilities.
Expertise in one or more manufacturing processes, such as CNC Machining, 3D Printing, Injection Molding, Sheet Metal Fabrication, Die Casting, or Assembly.
Customer-Facing Experience to lead complex, consultative technical sales engagements, leveraging operational expertise to drive success.
Strong program management, risk management, and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines within a structured framework.
Proficiency in standard program management tools and software used for tracking, communication, and reporting across distributed teams.
Self-starter, with strong business acumen and a customer-first mindset, capable of solving problems and building deep, meaningful relationships with customers and internal stakeholders.
Demonstrates a focus on process optimization, service enhancement, and driving customer success.
Passionate about learning, building solutions, and tackling challenges.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with experience working across multi-cultural, cross-functional teams.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance
401K plan
Monthly Virtual Work stipend for things like food, internet, travel, pet care, health and wellness
Annual Education stipend
Parental leave programs
Paid volunteer days
Onboarding setup, including: standing desk, laptop, monitor, and chair, and a stipend for additional items such as headphones, blue light glasses, or any other ergonomic supplies you may want or need
And much, much more!

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Hard Skills & Tools

Program ManagementRisk ManagementNew Product DevelopmentCNC Machining3D PrintingInjection MoldingSheet Metal FabricationDie CastingAssemblyTime Management

Soft Skills

Customer-First MindsetProblem SolvingCommunicationCollaborationBusiness Acumen