Program ManagerDrive Customer Success. Lead Complex Programs. Shape the Future of Manufacturing.Milwaukee Electronics has been delivering innovative manufacturing solutions for more than 70 years. Our success is built on strong customer partnerships, advanced manufacturing expertise, and a commitment to continuous improvement.We are looking for a Program Manager who thrives in a customer-facing leadership role and enjoys balancing relationship management, technical program execution, and business strategy.As a Program Manager, you will serve as the strategic partner and primary point of contact for assigned customer programs. You will work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, supply chain, quality, and sales teams to deliver exceptional program outcomes while supporting customer growth and long-term partnerships.This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex challenges, building trusted customer relationships, and influencing business results.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:Lead Customer RelationshipsAct as the trusted advisor and primary contact for assigned customersLead business reviews and program communicationsIdentify opportunities to improve customer satisfaction and expand partnershipsOwn Program PerformanceMonitor program performance, cost, and delivery metricsSupport pricing strategies, RFQs, and contract negotiationsPartner with customers and internal teams to manage demand forecastingDrive Program ExecutionLead New Product Introductions, engineering changes, and quality improvement initiativesCoordinate cross-functional teams to meet customer expectations and deadlinesCollaborate & InfluenceProvide guidance to internal customer support teamsPartner with site leadership to drive alignment and executionQualificationsRequired Experience7+ years in electronics or PCBA manufacturing5+ years in a customer-facing manufacturing or OEM buyer role3+ years leading cross-functional teamsPreferred ExperienceManaging complex or multi-location programsRFQ support and pricing strategy developmentMargin and performance analysisKey SkillsCustomer relationship leadershipProgram and project managementFinancial and operational analysisNegotiation and executive communicationAbility to manage competing prioritiesWhy Milwaukee Electronics?Work with cutting-edge technology and global customersJoin a collaborative, high-impact teamInfluence programs from concept through productionGrow your career in a stable, innovation-driven organizationTravel Requirement: Ability to travel domestically and internationally, approximately 10% of the timeITAR ComplianceThis position may require access to information, systems, or materials that are subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
To comply with ITAR and other U.S. government export control regulations, applicants must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR. U.S. Persons include U.S.
citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents (green card holders), or individuals granted refugee or asylum status in the United States.MILWAUKEE ELECTRONICS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at or this job has access to controlled technology, we must comply with ITAR. Any job offers will be contingent on verification that the candidate is a U.S. person (i.e., U.S.
citizen, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent resident, or individual granted asylum/refugee status in the U.S.) or can otherwise satisfy ITAR compliance requirements. If applicable, if an individual is not a U.S. person, our policy is to not take the extra step of seeking approval from the federal government for that person to work in this position.Upon hire, the successful candidate must present acceptable proof of identity and current authorization to work in the U.S., as required on Form I-9. We do not provide sponsorship support for employment-based visas such as H-1B.