Zebra Technologies

Program Manager, Advisor

Zebra Technologies$122K — $184K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; MS preferred
  • 8+ years of experience in Supply Chain management
  • Experience leading teams, either directly or indirectly
  • Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred; PMP certification desirable
  • Technical expertise in managing complex BOM transformations and ERP implementation projects

Responsibilities

  • Acts as project manager overseeing Supply Chain and BOM initiatives from start to finish
  • Drives results through influential leadership in a matrixed environment
  • Coordinates team participation for seamless BOM integration and accuracy
  • Organizes cross-functional activities to ensure timely program completion
  • Gathers status updates and provides tailored summaries for stakeholders
  • Analyzes cross-functional impacts of decisions on manufacturing and engineering
  • Anticipates obstacles and engages resources to resolve issues effectively

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare and wellness programs
  • Flexible working arrangements including hybrid work and adaptable hours
  • Community service days and company wellness initiatives
  • Paid time off, including parental leave
  • Employee assistance programs and learning development opportunities
Full Job Description
What We're Looking For:
This role manages the development and implementation of strategic Supply Chain initiatives, with a specialized focus on driving and optimizing critical initiatives related to Zebra's enterprise-level Bill of Materials (BOM) management, Item Master, and Resiliency & Risk Management processes and tools.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Acts as project manager - monitoring complex Supply Chain and BOM management programs from initiation through delivery, including planning and directing schedules and overseeing budget/spending.
  • Drives Results through Influence - Demonstrates strong influential skills to navigate a matrixed environment, driving consensus and alignment among diverse stakeholder groups (Engineering, IT, GSCR, and Finance) without direct authority.
  • Nominates and solicits participation of team members from key stakeholder teams. Oversees the work of the project team involving members from a wide range of disciplines to ensure seamless BOM integration and accuracy across the product lifecycle.
  • Organizes cross-functional activities, ensuring completion of the program (i.e., new BOM process rollouts, system integrations) on schedule and within budget constraints. Owns regular meeting coordination, facilitation, and documentation of progress.
  • Gathers status updates and provides concise summaries tailored to the audience (including executive read-outs). Owns ensuring alignment from key leaders on milestone achievement before moving the program forward.
  • Demonstrates the ability to see cross-functional impacts of decisions, specifically how BOM structures and changes affect manufacturing, procurement, and engineering. Understands the broader business objectives and assumes personal accountability for success.
  • Anticipates and addresses obstacles such as data governance hurdles or system data flow issues. Independently engages additional resources and uses influential communication to resolve conflicts or delays.
  • Demonstrates knowledge/application of Program Management techniques (PMI PMBOK concepts). Effectively uses project management tools for scheduling and staffing.
  • Process Improvement Mindset - Applies structured problem-solving methodologies to improve BOM accuracy and supply chain efficiency.
  • Works with very limited supervision on complex or novel problems. May coach or act as an escalation point for level 1 or level 2 Program Managers.
  • Ability to pivot and demonstrate flexibility to navigate program complexities and assure path to success.


Job Requirements
  • Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field, MS preferred
  • Minimum Work Experience: 8+ years' experience, plus experience leading teams (directly or indirectly)


Key Skills, Competencies, and Preferred Qualifications:
  • Certification:Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred; PMP certification also highly desirable.
  • Influence: Proven track record of strong influential skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and present effectively to senior leadership.
  • Technical Expertise: Demonstrated experience managing complex Bill of Materials (BOM) transformations, Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), or ERP implementation projects.
  • Supply Chain Knowledge: Strong understanding of end-to-end Supply Chain operations, Master Data Management (MDM), and Engineering release processes.
  • Strategic Collaboration: Experience acting as a liaison between external strategic consultants (e.g., Kearney) and internal stakeholders to drive process stabilization.
  • Environment: Ability to navigate and drive alignment in a highly matrixed, global manufacturing environment.
  • Communication: Effective in presenting and communicating (verbal and written), and facilitating to peers and senior level audiences


Pay Range:
$122,800.00 - $184,200.00 Annual

Incentive Compensation:
In addition to base pay, Zebra offers this role the opportunity to earn a performance-based annual cash incentive, at a target equal to 12% of base pay, in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.

Zebra Total Rewards:

Zebra Total Rewards includes more than just pay and is structured to meet the needs of our changing global business and evolving talent. We are committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive - including healthcare, wellness, inclusion networks, and continued learning and development offerings. We offer community service days, in addition to the traditional insurances, compensation, parental leave, employee assistance program and paid time off offerings depending on the country where you work.

Salary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience.

Additionally, all Zebra roles are eligible for cash incentive programs. For example, sales roles have additional opportunity to earn substantial variable compensation tied to quota achievement. In most other roles, the Zebra annual cash incentive program links Company and individual performance together. Some roles may also be eligible for long-term incentive equity awards.

Benefits:

We understand the importance of work-life balance and wellbeing, which is why we offer flexibility for our teams including: hybrid work, adaptable hours, Summer Flex Fridays, Focus Fridays, and an annual companywide well-being day to promote revitalization and success.

About Zebra Technologies

Zebra Technologies is a global leader in enterprise mobile computing, data capture, and printing solutions. The company provides hardware and software solutions that enable businesses to improve productivity, increase efficiency, and enhance customer service. Zebra Technologies serves a wide range of industries, including healthcare, retail, manufacturing, transportation and logistics, and government. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Lincolnshire, Illinois. Zebra Technologies is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.
Learn more about Zebra Technologies
Size
9,800 employees
Market Cap
$12.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$504 million
Founded
1991
5 Year Trend
+9.5%
Revenue
$4.4 billion
NASDAQ

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