Sr. Program Manager - OEM Wireless Devices

Company: CalAmp Corp.
Location: Eden Prairie
Posted on: January 6, 2021

Job Description:

OverviewBased in beautiful Eden Prairie, MN, we are CalAmp, the pure-play pioneering leader in the mobile connected economy and broader Internet of Things (IoT) marketplace. We offer solutions that provide visibility and traceability of mobile assets, their passengers and contents anywhere in the world at any moment in time. In the process, we enable more efficient utilization of assets and natural resources, assure the safety of precious cargo, and improve road safety to save lives. Currently, we are seeking a Sr. Program Manager with at least 5 years of experience. This is an exciting opportunity for those who wish to work for a stable, well-established company that builds transformational technologies within the revolutionary domain of IoT.We proudly offer the stability and security of a large publicly traded tech company yet nurture innovation and embody an entrepreneurial spirit. In particular, we offer:* Meaningful work with the potential to disrupt an entire industry* Visionary leadership* Excellent compensation packages* An extensive suite of medical and retirement benefits* Flexible time off policy and accommodating work schedules* Employee Stock Purchase Plan* Education Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement)* Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies* Innovative, intelligent, collaborative teammatesResponsibilitiesThe Sr. Program Manager will be responsible for direct day-to-day management of programs and projects for key customers, strategic internal programs, and may also have responsibility to build and guide a small team of Project Managers in our OEM Devices group. Specific tasks include the following:* Provide primary program interface to key customers* Responsible for day-to-day coordination of multiple concurrent projects to achieve successful completion of project objectives* Work with customers to agree on and lock down product and program requirements up front; document and communicate requirements to customer and cross functional CalAmp team* Create project plans covering integrated schedule with interdependencies, resources, risks, quality and commercialization* Provide leadership to cross-functional teams to insure coordination and synchronization of program activities, dependencies and milestones* Monitor program metrics, report project status, and provide measured escalation* Manage program risk and develop mitigation strategies* Monitor development and product costs to insure program success* Assist in establishing and enhancing project management systems and processes across the organization commensurate with size and growth of the organization* Institutionalize and foster best practices* Focus on continuous process improvementQualificationsMust Haves* At least 5 years of Program experience* Background in electronic device product development* Customer oriented, responsive, and commercially aware* Strong problem solving skills. Must be able to identify obstacles to forward progress and navigate around them.* Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills* MS Project or similar Project Management software experience* Bachelors degree in Engineering or BusinessStrong Pluses* OEM experience (Automotive or Heavy-Duty Equipment manufacturers)* Familiarity with automotive industry processes and quality requirements (PPAP)* Wireless, Cellular, or Telematics industry knowledge* PMP Certification* MSEE, MSCE, or MBAIf you are a talented Sr. Program Manager with at least five years of experience and an interest in the Internet of Things domain, we want to speak with you. Interviews are occurring this week and next so apply now if interested.#LI-RB1

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