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About the Role: Meta, Engineering Project Specialist III - Sunnyvale CA

The Engineering Program Specialist (EPS) team at Meta's Reality Labs plays a pivotal role in driving the development of cutting-edge, world-class products for the Metaverse. As EPS III, you will hold a position within the Technical Program Management organization, overseeing the efficient execution of key program responsibilities. Your extensive range of duties encompasses build matrix support, distribution coordination, logistics management, PO and support PO mapping/budget tracking, as well as vendor onboarding. Thriving in dynamic and fast-paced environments, you exemplify a can-do attitude and possess exceptional communication skills. With the capability to handle multiple concurrent programs seamlessly, you demonstrate adaptability and deliver optimal productivity. This is a contract position based at our offices in Sunnyvale, CA.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support NPI engineering builds by assisting in the build matrix, collaborating with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) to validate part numbers for all configurations, managing demand, and prioritizing requests.
• Work closely with TPM to facilitate allocation requests, including quantity scrubbing, and maintain effective communication with all requesters.
• Ensure precise shipments and resolve logistic issues with Joint-Development Manufacturer (JDM), overcoming barriers for deliveries to unsupported countries through collaboration with Trade Operations and Legal.
• Drive and oversee distribution activities, adeptly communicate with senior management, and thrive under pressure.
• Partner closely with the Dogfooding team to ensure the library inventory across all locations reflects the latest device versions.
• Manage budget-related tasks, including initiating purchase requisitions, tracking status, and reconciling purchase order invoices in coordination with TPM/OPM and Business Operations. Support PCE for PO map out per project.
• Spearhead process improvements for engineering, TPM, OPM, Cost Engineer, PLM team

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Engineering Program Specialist, Project Manager, Program Manager, or relevant role in high-tech hardware and/or software development.
• Very good communication written/verbal
• Logistics and distribution experience
• Fluent within Excel
• Demonstrated experience working with engineering teams on allocation, distribution, and inventory management.
• Proficient in creating and managing complex spreadsheets, accounting tools, POs, and invoice tracking.
• Experiences with Agile, Teamcenter, or equivalent PLM systems.
• Extensive experience in New Product Introduction (NPI) hardware development, encompassing engagement with Contract Manufacturers (CM) or Joint-Development Manufacturer (JDM)
• Proficiency in device allocation, inventory control, and understanding build configurations to meet diverse customer needs.