Description

Location: Columbus, OH

Program Manager | Electrical Power Distribution - Results-driven Program Manager with deep industry expertise in electrical power distribution, specializing in executing complex projects from order entry through shipment. Proven track record of managing high-value customer relationships, leading cross-functional internal teams, and managing tight project budgets while aggressively driving margin improvements.

Key Responsibilities

Key Qualifications & Professional Experience

End-to-End Program Leadership: Develop, manage, and execute comprehensive project plans and schedules, proactively identifying bottlenecks, accelerating timelines, and streamlining workflows through product start up and turn over.

Cross-Functional & Team Leadership: Champion, direct, and lead multidisciplinary project teams; lead high-impact design reviews and status meetings to drive alignment across Sales, Engineering, Production, and Quality, ensuring clear ownership of technical details and seamless project execution

Third-Party & Vendor Management: Oversee third-party subcontractors as required; define component requirements, manage lead times, mitigate supply chain delays, and ensure external deliverables meet strict quality and schedule standards.

Customer Relationship & Technical Management: Serve as the primary, Program liaison for customer interactions—from defining specifications and clarifying sales orders to delivering regular updates, implementing feedback, and resolving critical issues.

Financial & Margin Optimization: Own and report on project budgets, identify and executing strategic initiatives to improve project margins and profitability over time.

Testing, Inspection, & Quality Assurance: Drive and support factory inspections, quality checks, and both internal and customer-witnessed testing to guarantee compliance with project specifications.

Document Control & Delivery Coordination: Manage all critical project documentation—including schedules, submittals, manuals, and technical data packages—while coordinating final logistics and site-delivery requirements.

Travel

Ability to travel to supplier and customer sites at reasonable notice to support strong partnerships, in-person collaboration, and a shared understanding of needs and priorities.

Available to travel with peaks >50% per month

Qualifications

Required

Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience
Bachelor's degree in engineering, Project Management, or related technical field
Knowledge of electrical power distribution equipment required

Experience using ERP systems

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Ability to pass background and drug screening
Strong teamwork, problem-solving, analytical, and project management skills
We are unable to support H1-B, TN or STEM OPT candidates at this time

Preferred

Advanced degree in Business or Engineering (e.g., MBA, MS, or equivalent)

PMP certification or formal project management training

Experience with engineered-to-order or manufacturing environments

Understanding of UL, NEC, and industry standards

Experience coordinating FATs, field testing, or commissioning activities

Experience focusing on single customer account

Skills and Competencies

Project Management & Coordination

Technical Aptitude (Electrical Power Distribution)

Communication & Customer Interaction

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Problem-Solving & Analytical Thinking

Organization & Time Management

Attention to Detail

Decision-Making & Prioritization

Documentation & Reporting Accuracy

Continuous Improvement Mindset

Benefits

PTO/ESST

Paid holidays

$100 individual deductible and $300 family deductible health insurance

Paid Weekly

Vision and Dental Insurance

401K / Life Insurance / STD

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Program Manager