Head of Program Management, Mill

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in program management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role within a hardware-focused company or startup
• Demonstrated experience managing the full hardware product development lifecycle, from ideation and prototyping to mass production and market launch
• Strong technical acumen and a solid understanding of engineering principles, especially in mechanical, electrical, and/or software disciplines
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and motivate diverse teams
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex, high-stakes programs under tight deadlines
• If you are passionate about hardware, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want to build a world-class team, we encourage you to apply

Desirable

• We are seeking an experienced and visionary Head of Program Management to lead our product lifecycle across new product development from concept to launch and through sustaining operations
• In this critical leadership role, you will be responsible for defining and implementing program management processes, building and mentoring a high-performing team, and ensuring the on-time and on-budget delivery of our high-quality products
• You will be the central hub for communication, risk management, and cross-functional alignment across product, engineering, operations, marketing, and sales throughout the product lifecycle
• Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute the program management strategy, ensuring it aligns with the company's overall business objectives
• Team Building: Recruit, lead, and mentor a team of talented program managers, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Process Definition: Establish and refine scalable program management frameworks, tools, and best practices tailored to a hardware startup environment
• Program Oversight: Oversee a portfolio of complex hardware programs, ensuring all projects are on track, risks are proactively managed, and dependencies are clearly understood
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as the primary point of contact for program status, facilitating effective communication and collaboration between product, engineering, and operations teams
• Risk Management: Lead teams to identify potential program risks and develop mitigation strategies, proactively resolving issues to prevent delays and cost overruns
• Executive Reporting: Provide regular, transparent updates to the executive leadership team on program status, key milestones, and critical issues