Technical Program Manager (EG), Manufacturing at Fictiv

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Manufacturing, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Engineering background
  • Manufacturing process knowledge
  • Management experience
  • Ability to develop and implement effective and efficient program plans
  • Experience executing programs within scope, budget, and timing
  • Ability to meet or exceed customer expectations
  • Skills in scope clarity (internally and externally), issue resolution, stakeholder management, and program success
  • Experience overseeing multiple programs across multiple regions
  • Proactive risk management
  • Ability to address customer requests and coordinate with regional operations teams
  • Experience providing program updates/status reports
  • Familiarity with defined processes and ability to drive their use in new regions with new manufacturing partners
  • Ability to identify areas for improvement in workflows and systems
  • Experience driving improvements through cross-functional projects
  • Ability to work cross-functionally to support development of robust processes for new service offerings
  • On-site reporting to Program Management Lead in Bengaluru, India
  • Thrives in fast-paced environments
  • Enjoys building processes
  • Excited about working on cutting-edge programs with global stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Work directly with manufacturing partners (MPs)
  • Lead end-to-end project execution, ensuring adherence to defined scope, budget, and timelines
  • Oversee cross-functional coordination and execution across engineering, sourcing, manufacturing, logistics, and quality
  • Develop comprehensive and realistic project/program plans
  • Identify and proactively manage program risks and mitigation strategies, ensuring alignment with internal and external stakeholders
  • Engage regularly with internal teams, customers, and manufacturing partners to ensure alignment
  • Build strong working relationships with stakeholders to facilitate quick decision-making and issue resolution
  • Understand and define customer requirements and fulfillment needs
  • Drive resolution of open gaps to ensure program success and customer satisfaction
  • Own the evaluation and execution of post-sale change requests
  • Balance scope, risk, and cost implications while maintaining overall program objectives
  • Track and report on program performance using defined metrics (cost, time, quality, risk)
  • Escalate issues as necessary and keep leadership informed with timely updates and clear documentation
  • Actively identify areas for improvement in workflows and systems used by the Technical Program Management team
  • Drive improvements through cross-functional projects
  • Work cross-functionally to support the development of robust processes for new service offerings

Skills

Program Management
Stakeholder Management
Risk Management
Manufacturing Processes
Engineering
Issue Resolution
Budget Management
Scope Management
Process Improvement
Customer Communication

Fictiv

Digital platform for custom parts sourcing

About Fictiv

Fictiv simplifies the sourcing of custom-manufactured parts for businesses across various industries, such as automotive and robotics. The platform connects clients with a global network of vetted manufacturing partners, allowing for low-volume production without the need for expensive tooling. Clients can receive instant quotes, have their parts analyzed for manufacturability, and get real-time updates on production status. Additionally, Fictiv offers consultation services where technical experts provide design optimization advice through chat or video calls. This approach makes Fictiv stand out from competitors by streamlining the custom parts procurement process and reducing supply chain risks.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2013Year Founded
$187.7MTotal Funding
SERIES_ECompany Stage
Consulting, Industrial & ManufacturingIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Free catered lunch, snacks, and drinks
Learning and development stipend
Paid parental leave
Equity options
Wellness stipend
Paid volunteer days

Risks

New tariffs on imports could increase costs and disrupt Fictiv's supply chain.
Soft robotics market growth may intensify competition in custom parts manufacturing.
Expansion into Mexico may face challenges from regional political and economic instability.

Differentiation

Fictiv's OS streamlines custom manufacturing from quote to delivery efficiently.
Global network allows Fictiv to offer low-volume manufacturing without expensive tooling.
Fictiv's AI-powered platform provides instant quotes and manufacturability analysis.

Upsides

Expansion into Mexico enhances supply chain resilience and competitive pricing.
Integration of Carbon DLS technology boosts high-performance additive manufacturing capabilities.
Growing demand for low-volume custom manufacturing solutions benefits Fictiv's business model.

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