Ōura
SeniorManager,OperationsProgramManager
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“Senior Manager, Operations Program Manager at Ōura. Skills: Hardware Operations, Program Management, Supply Chain, People Management. Lead and mentor a team of Operations Program. Drive supply chain readiness for new product launches”
What You'll Achieve.
Optimize yield; Optimize quality; Optimize throughput; Optimize cost; Ensure delivery on schedule; Ensure delivery on scale; Ensure delivery on cost; Ensure delivery on quality; Consistently meet KPIs
Industry & Context.
Root cause analysis; Troubleshooting; Risk mitigation
Ability to travel internationally, Ability to travel domestically, Up to 30% travel
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
10+ years of experience in Hardware Operations, 10+ years of experience in Technical Program Management, 10+ years of experience in Engineering Leadership, 3+ years in a formal people management role, 3+ years leading teams, Experience leading programs across all stages of the product lifecycle, Experience across all Hardware disciplines, Experience across Supply Chain functions, Significant experience working directly on-site at international manufacturing facilities, Exceptional communication skills, Experience managing large-scale budgets, Sophisticated understanding of financial drivers
Nice to Have
Master's degree
What You'll Do.
Lead and mentor a team of Operations Program
Drive supply chain readiness for new product launches
Ensure delivery on schedule
Oversee on-the-ground factory operations
Own executive-level relationships with Contract Manufacturers
Ensure KPIs for yield
Lead NPI program execution from concept through PRQ
Partner with Engineering and Product Management on supplier
Lead the Post Ramp Qualification (PRQ) framework
Make high-stakes decisions on product changes
Partner with Executive Leadership to ensure global supply
Own the mitigation strategy for supply chain disruptions
Architect the long-term capacity plan
Oversee strategic deployment of capital expenditures
Partner with MPMs on Materials Management strategy
Proactively identify systemic supply chain risks
Implement hedging or dual-sourcing strategies
Own the operational budget for NPI and Sustaining
Accountability for Opex
and variance reporting
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional alignment; Partner with Engineering; Partner with Product Management; Partner with Planning; Partner with Sourcing; Partner with Retail; Partner with Finance
Communication Scope
Executive presentations; Distill complex operational challenges
Process & Methodology
New Product Introduction (NPI), Sustaining Programs, Mass Production, Product Lifecycle
Full Job Description
Our mission at Oura is to empower every person to own their inner potential. Our award-winning products help our global community gain a deeper knowledge of their readiness, activity, and sleep quality by using their Oura Ring and its connected app. We've helped millions of people understand and improve their health by providing daily insights and practical steps to inspire healthy lifestyles. Empowering the world starts with living our values and empowering our team. As a quickly growing company focused on helping people live healthier and happier lives, we ensure that our team members have what they need to do their best work — both in and out of the office. As a Senior Manager, Operations Program Manager, you will lead a team responsible for driving hardware programs across the full product lifecycle — from New Product Introduction (NPI) through sustaining and high-volume mass production. This pivotal leadership role demands a seasoned expert capable of mentoring a high-performing team of Operations Program Managers, architecting capacity and ramp plans, and managing executive-level relationships with global Contract Manufacturers to optimize yield, quality, throughput, and cost. With over a decade of experience in hardware operations and a deep mastery of the full product lifecycle, you will drive cross-functional alignment from early development through mass production, oversee multi-million dollar capital expenditures, and navigate complex supply chain risks. We are looking for a financially-savvy leader with exceptional executive presence who is ready to optimize global operations and shape the future of our manufacturing footprint. This is a US Hybrid role (3 days per week) based in our San Francisco, California office. What you will do: Strategic Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of Operations Program Managers spanning NPI and Sustaining programs, bridging product innovation and global manufacturing excellence across the full lifecycle. Program Delivery: D
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