NPI Operations Program Manager

The Operations Program Manager (OPM) role at Reality Labs offers a unique and dynamic opportunity to be at the forefront of cutting-edge consumer electronics product development and mass production. This role is highly impactful, bridging core product teams with a broad spectrum of functional organizations, including Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Legal, and Finance, as well as external suppliers. The OPM is a key driver in ensuring seamless execution of complex, high-priority initiatives that directly influence the success of innovative products in a fast-paced, evolving environment.NPI Operations Program Manager Responsibilities

• Manage cross-functional execution of NPI and mass production initiatives for cutting-edge consumer electronics devices by integrating plans and communicating risk & status clearly and succinctly to management, calling out key issues and presenting options for resolution to Leadership
• Establish and lead on-site bring-up and integration activities, coordinating with both internal and external resources
• Drive supplier readiness activities to execute development builds leading up to ramp, development of process qualifications plans, and defining capacity and capex requirements, clearly identifying deliverables and dependencies
• Assesses, analyzes, consolidates, and communicates risk and status clearly and succinctly to management, calling out key issues and presenting options for resolution to the cross-functional executive team through the new product reviews and other executive forums
• Lead the tactical execution of go-to-market initiatives for our products by working closely with key cross-functional teams. Bring point of view to the team, informing and guiding decisions related to these initiatives
• Liaise across cross-functional teams to ensure product cost, manufacturability, reliability, product quality, and safety & compliance performance goals are met
• Drive Operations team towards factory readiness with manufacturing partners to support MP (line layout, automation, capacity, CapEx)
• Work with Product Cost Engineers to track and drive product cost targets through MP

Minimum Qualifications

• BS or higher in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain/Operations discipline or equivalent experience
• 7+ years' experience in an Operations-focused Program Management role for a Consumer Electronics device
• Proven problem solving and analytical skills, including advanced skills in Excel
• Knowledge of product features/specifications, manufacturing processes and the supply chain for consumer electronics products
• Experience working with and managing external suppliers and manufacturers
• Proven project management experience, including cross-functional stakeholder management
• Proven communication skills
• Experience navigating ambiguity in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple and competing work threads to maximizing impact

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree (e.g. MBA, Engineering, or other relevant field) with experience in management consulting, strategy, business operations, corporate strategy or similar discipline
• 10+ years' experience in an Operations-focused Program Management role for a Consumer Electronics device
• Experience leading development/delivery of multiple high-volume products
• Experience managing JDM’s with different models of engagement

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$167,000/year to $230,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base h