Technical Project Manager

Job Summary:
As a Technical Program Manager (TPM) focused on New Product Introduction (NPI) and Strategic Sourcing Programs, you will lead cross-functional teams to execute new medical product development from concept through commercialization. You will also manage supplier transitions and supply chain optimization programs, ensuring delivery of high-quality, compliant products in a timely and cost-effective manner. This role requires strong technical, operational, and cross-functional leadership capabilities in a regulated medical manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Program & Technical Leadership 

• Lead NPI programs from early-stage development through design transfer and launch.

• Develop and manage integrated project plans with defined milestones, budgets, resources, and risk mitigation strategies.

• Act as the central coordination point across teams including R&D, Marketing, Strategic Sourcing, Manufacturing, Software, Hardware, Test, and Technical Support.

• Resolve technical, operational, quality, and logistics issues as they arise during program execution.

• Drive early-stage design input including Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), and cost optimization.

Supplier & Sourcing Strategy

• Identify, assess, and qualify new suppliers in collaboration with Strategic Sourcing and Engineering.

• Ensure supplier readiness for NPI, including tooling, capacity planning, PPAP, process validation, and first article inspections.

• Conduct technical reviews, lead make-vs-buy decisions and manage supplier risk across global supply chains.

Manufacturing & Supply Chain Transitions

• Manage the transition of products or components from internal sites to external contract manufacturers or new suppliers.

• Define and execute transition plans, ensuring supply continuity and minimal disruption to operations.

• Align inventory strategies during transitions and mitigate risks related to supply, demand, and quality.

Cross-Functional Program Execution

• Facilitate alignment and execution across R&D, Regulatory, Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, and Supply Chain.

• Lead program activities including phase gate reviews, DFMEAs, and design reviews.

• Maintain program visibility through dashboards, executive reports, and structured communication.

• Manage change control, risk management, and issue resolution to ensure program success.

• Ensure deliverables and milestones are met while adapting to shifting priorities and timelines.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Supply Chain, or a related technical discipline.

• 5+ years of experience in supply chain, manufacturing engineering, or technical program management.

• 5+ years leading NPI or product transfer programs in a regulated industry (medical devices, pharma, aerospace).

• Technical expertise in mechanical/electromechanical systems and manufacturing environments.

• Demonstrated experience managing global, cross-functional projects.

• Strong understanding of the product development lifecycle (V-model, Agile, or hybrid) and manufacturing transfer processes.

• Experience with supplier selection, qualification, and product transitions.

• Proficiency in ERP (SAP preferred), PLM (e.g., Agile, Windchill), and QMS systems.

Preferred Qualifications