Program Manager | Electrical Power Distribution - Results-driven Program Manager with deep industry expertise in electrical power distribution, specializing in executing complex projects from order entry through shipment. Proven track record of managing high-value customer relationships, leading cross-functional internal teams, and managing tight project budgets while aggressively driving margin improvements.
Key Responsibilities:Key Qualifications & Professional Experience- End-to-End Program Leadership: Develop, manage, and execute comprehensive project plans and schedules, proactively identifying bottlenecks, accelerating timelines, and streamlining workflows through product start up and turn over.
- Cross-Functional & Team Leadership: Champion, direct, and lead multidisciplinary project teams; lead high-impact design reviews and status meetings to drive alignment across Sales, Engineering, Production, and Quality, ensuring clear ownership of technical details and seamless project execution
- Third-Party & Vendor Management: Oversee third-party subcontractors as required; define component requirements, manage lead times, mitigate supply chain delays, and ensure external deliverables meet strict quality and schedule standards.
- Customer Relationship & Technical Management: Serve as the primary, Program liaison for customer interactions-from defining specifications and clarifying sales orders to delivering regular updates, implementing feedback, and resolving critical issues.
- Financial & Margin Optimization: Own and report on project budgets, identify and executing strategic initiatives to improve project margins and profitability over time.
- Testing, Inspection, & Quality Assurance: Drive and support factory inspections, quality checks, and both internal and customer-witnessed testing to guarantee compliance with project specifications.
- Document Control & Delivery Coordination: Manage all critical project documentation-including schedules, submittals, manuals, and technical data packages-while coordinating final logistics and site-delivery requirements.
Travel:- Ability to travel to supplier and customer sites at reasonable notice to support strong partnerships, in-person collaboration, and a shared understanding of needs and priorities.
- Available to travel with peaks >50% per month
Qualifications: Required:- Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, Project Management, or related technical field
- Knowledge of electrical power distribution equipment required
- Experience using ERP systems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Ability to pass background and drug screening
- Strong teamwork, problem-solving, analytical, and project management skills
Preferred:- Advanced degree in Business or Engineering (e.g., MBA, MS, or equivalent)
- PMP certification or formal project management training
- Experience with engineered-to-order or manufacturing environments
- Understanding of UL, NEC, and industry standards
- Experience coordinating FATs, field testing, or commissioning activities
- Experience focusing on single customer account
Skills and Competencies: - Project Management & Coordination
- Technical Aptitude (Electrical Power Distribution)
- Communication & Customer Interaction
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Problem-Solving & Analytical Thinking
- Organization & Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Decision-Making & Prioritization
- Documentation & Reporting Accuracy
- Continuous Improvement Mindset
Benefits:- PTO/ESST
- Paid holidays
- $100 individual deductible and $300 family deductible health insurance
- Paid Weekly
- Vision and Dental Insurance
- 401K / Life Insurance / STD
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Salary Description
$157,000 - $174,000
