Job Details

Were seeking a Project Management Director, North America for one of the largest OEM/ODM electronics group of companies. This role will report to the corporate VP/Head of Project Management and act as the senior project liaison with key clients in North America, driving business engagement and early-stage product development. US citizen/Green card holder is a must.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with senior executives, clients, and cross-functional teams to align program objectives with business strategy. Drive execution of multiple projects, from concept through mass production.
• Oversee project planning, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, and resource allocation. Ensure seamless coordination between engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, and quality teams.
• Lead project reviews with internal teams and customer stakeholders, ensuring transparency and accountability. Monitor program KPIs, escalating issues and driving resolutions proactively.
• Act as the senior project liaison with key accounts, ensuring alignment with expectations. Anticipate client needs and proactively address concerns to maintain trust and long-term partnerships.
• Translate customer requirements into clear deliverables for internal execution teams.
• Build and mentor a team of project and program managers, fostering a culture of ownership and excellence. Develop best practices in program management tailored to the fast-paced consumer electronics industry.
• Champion cross-functional collaboration across global sites and partners.
• Support organizational change initiatives and scalability as the company grows.

Requirements/Desired Profile

• 12+ years of experience in program/project management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within consumer electronics OEM/ODM or related hardware industries.
• Proven track record of managing complex, high-volume product development projects for US-based key accounts/clients.
• Deep knowledge of product lifecycle management (concept, design, validation, ramp-up, and mass production).
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, supply chain operations, and quality systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with project management software and methodologies (PMP, Agile, or equivalent certifications a plus). Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced Silicon Valley environment and travel internationally as needed.

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