Product Lifecycle Project Manager (Onsite)

The application window is expected to close on: 05/15/2026 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received . This is an onsite position in Milpitas, California, United States. Meet the Team Our team is a dynamic and collaborative group united by a shared passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence. We foster a culture of open communication, mutual respect, and continuous learning, where every voice is valued and encouraged to contribute. Our mission is Think Really Big , Play to Win , Drive Durable Growth . What truly makes us an exciting place to work is our dedication to pushing boundaries, embracing new ideas, and celebrating both individual achievements and collective successes. We offer a stimulating environment where you can grow your career, make a real impact, and be part of something truly meaningful. Your Impact We're looking for a motivated and expert individual to drive the overall cost management and end-to-end product lifecycle from launch to EOL. This PLPM role is highly visible and will influence Manufacturing, Engineering, Marketing and senior management in determining strategy and execution of several product solutions in worldwide manufacturing. Key responsibilities include: Cost Management and Product Lifecycle: Driving overall cost management and overseeing the end-to-end product lifecycle from launch to EOL. Engineering Change Management: Supervising key areas including Engineering Change Management. Product Quality and Cost: Managing product quality and cost. Sustaining Issues: Addressing sustaining issues such as line stop resolution, CAP accounts, AVL management, and manufacturing process improvement. EOL Strategy and Planning: Orchestrating EOL Strategy and Planning development with integrated product teams. Risk Management: Managing risks, including multi-source technology assessment, component, cost variance, and supply chain review over the product lifecycle. Product Field Performance: Overseeing action planning for product field performance (quality) and driving initiatives for healthy gross margins. Minimum Qualifications BA/BS in Engineering or Supply chain related field 8 years of experience in Supply Chain within the tech industry. Experience in Program Management and stakeholder management. Supply Chain knowledge, particularly in environments of Hi-Tech, Product Costing, and Margin Analysis. Knowledge of PLM processes. Preferred Qualifications MBA in Engineering or Supply chain field Six Sigma Certification Agile, MSFT tools proficiency Experience in Hi-Tech electronics industry siops Why Cisco? At Cisco, we’re revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era – and beyond. We’ve been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint. Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you’ll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere. We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada: The starting salary range posted for this position is $140,800.00 to $183,000.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or t ... (truncated, view full listing at source)