# Senior Technical Program Manager, Logistics

**Company:** [Zoox](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/zoox)
**Location:** Hayward, CA
**Role:** Technical Program Management
**Salary:** $163k – $220k/yr
**Experience:** 8+ years
**Skills:** SAP, Smartsheet, Ms Project, ERP, Wms, Autocad, SQL, Python, Lean, Six Sigma
**Posted:** 2025-10-23

> Leads large-scale logistics transformation programs for high-volume automotive production, driving standardization, technology integration, and cross-functional alignment in inbound, warehouse, and outbound operations. Requires 8+ years in logistics or manufacturing TPM, bachelor's degree, and expertise in program management tools.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Lead complex, cross-functional logistics programs aligning with key company milestones from concept through execution, enabling the transition from pilot builds to scaled production.
- Drive strategic change management, developing and deploying scalable frameworks, standard processes, and best practices across logistics and warehouse operations.
- Establish and govern logistics standards and KPIs to ensure performance, budget, safety, quality, efficiency, and compliance across all sites.
- Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Supply Chain, Planning, Operations, Manufacturing, Service, and Facilities to align logistics readiness with company milestones.
- Manage large-scale initiatives (e.g., new warehouse implementations, automation deployments, material flow redesigns) balancing short-term build needs with long-term scalability.
- Integrate technology, automation, and lean practices into logistics operations to improve throughput, accuracy, and sustainability.
- Design and optimize inbound, warehouse, and outbound logistics processes to maximize efficiency, reduce costs, and meet operational requirements while engaging key stakeholders to drive solutions.
- Analyze material flow patterns to identify inefficiencies, implement strategies to reduce lead times, and manage cross-functional issue resolution.
- Mentor and lead cross-functional project teams, providing structure, accountability, and clarity around priorities, deliverables, and risks.
- Create and implement standards for best practices on methodologies, tools and processes for consistent execution.
- Develop and manage schedules, risk registers, and reporting tools (Smartsheet, MS Project, etc.) to ensure on-time, in-scope delivery of logistics programs.

## Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field.
- 8+ years of experience in automotive logistics, manufacturing, or technical program management within high-scale industries (aerospace, medical device, or electronics preferred).
- Proven success leading large, multi-site logistics or warehouse transformation programs from design to implementation.
- Deep knowledge of logistics engineering, supply chain, transportation, material flow optimization, and warehouse design.
- Demonstrated ability to drive organizational change, standardize operations, and scale new processes.
- Strong skills in program management, risk mitigation, and stakeholder alignment across cross-functional technical and operational teams.
- Exceptional communication and executive presentation skills; capable of influencing at all organizational levels.
- Experience with ERP/WMS systems (**SAP** preferred) and program management tools (**Smartsheet**, **MS Project**).
- Strong analytical, data-driven mindset; comfortable with metrics, dashboards, and performance tracking.

## Bonus Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or Logistics-related field.
- **PMP/PgMP** or **Lean/Six Sigma** certification.
- Experience launching greenfield logistics operations or scaling facilities for mass production.
- Proficiency with **AutoCAD** and time studies for layout design and labor/equipment analysis.
- Familiarity with **SQL**, **Python**, or simulation tools for decision support.
- Knowledge of **ISO 9001**, **IATF 16949**, and **OSHA/EHS** standards in logistics and manufacturing environments.

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