Product Manager - Product Manager I

Product Manager - Product Manager ILocation: N.Reading, Massachusetts (Onsite) Employment Type: ContractRole OverviewWe are seeking a Product Manager to oversee supply chain initiatives for assigned products. The role involves working cross-functionally with sourcing, planning, product, and engineering teams to balance commercial and technical trade-offs. A successful candidate will use experience in global supply chain management to achieve sustained operational excellence and cost optimization.Key ResponsibilitiesWork with supply chain teams to identify and drive operational improvement in cost, lead time, and risk management.Act as a single point of contact for program resources to communicate supply chain decisions and progress.Synthesize inputs from Sourcing, Planning, Logistics, Engineering, and Finance to create recommendations for operational excellence and cost reduction.Execute cost reduction roadmaps, measuring total cost of ownership including spares, service, replacements, tariffs, and logistics.Own lead time optimization analysis with clear reduction roadmaps and transparent reporting.Maintain ownership of supply chain requirements throughout general availability and end-of-life phases.Coordinate cross-functional implementation for post-launch design changes (ECOs).Drive root cause analysis and process improvements to ensure sustained operational excellence.Required QualificationsEducation: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.Experience: 3+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, commodity management, or product operations management in electromechanical commodities. Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder supply chain initiatives in sustained operations.Technical Skills: Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize data from multiple sources. Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct authority. Experience with supplier relationship management and performance tracking. Knowledge of global hardware and electromechanical supply chains.Compensation & BenefitsThe pay rate for this position is between $43.00 and $53.00 per hour.EEO Employer. Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.