PLM Operations Manager
Job Location:
Morgan Hill, CA - USA
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Job Summary
The PLM Operations Manager is responsible for driving the operational excellence stability and scalability of the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) platform. This role ensures PLM processes data and system capabilities are aligned with business prioritiesenabling product teams supply chain and manufacturing to operate efficiently and make decisions with confidence across the product lifecycle.
Value to the Department
This role strengthens PLM execution by establishing clear operating discipline governance and transparency across the organization through:
- Driving execution consistency and reliability by standardizing PLM operating rhythms intake and delivery practices to reduce friction rework and cycle time.
- Enforcing data and process governance to ensure PLM data quality standards adherence and controlled changeenabling downstream teams (sourcing planning manufacturing) to operate with confidence.
- Providing a clear execution bridge between business stakeholders product teams and IT by translating needs into well-governed actionable PLM capabilities and workflows.
- Improving communication and accountability through standardized reporting dashboards and forums that make progress risks and decisions visible and measurable.
Key Responsibilities
- Own PLM execution cadence including sprint planning reviews retrospectives and quarterly planning support.
- Manage PLM intake processes and ensure consistent backlog hygiene using Jira and related delivery tools.
- Coordinate execution and dependencies across multiple PLM platforms TPMs teams and workstreams.
- Track vendor execution against SOWs milestones SLAs and deliverables; surface risks early.
- Maintain visibility into PLM operational budgets forecasts and actuals.
- Own PLM operational communications newsletter dashboards and Confluence documentation as the system of record.
AI Data and Automation Focus
- Apply AI-assisted tools to improve intake triage backlog quality and execution visibility.
- Leverage delivery data from Jira vendors and financial systems to identify risks and bottlenecks.
- Use generative AI to support status reporting documentation summarization and operational insights.
- Partner with PLM Data and Platform teams to ensure operational data is AI-ready and well-governed.
- Continuously evaluate tools and methods that reduce manual operational overhead.
Skills and Experience
- 712 years of experience in technology operations delivery management or program operations.
- Strong hands-on experience with Jira Confluence and Agile or Kanban delivery models.
- Experience coordinating multiple concurrent initiatives across internal teams and external vendors.
- Working knowledge of PLM CAD PDM or engineering systems and related business processes.
- Demonstrated experience using data metrics and dashboards to drive execution improvements.
- Familiarity with AI-assisted tools automation platforms or analytics for operational workflows.
Education and Background
- Bachelors degree in Engineering Computer Science Information Systems Operations Management Business or a related field.
- Masters degree (MBA or MS) preferred but not required.
- Agile SAFe PMP or equivalent delivery operations or program management certifications are a plus.
Success Measures
- Predictable and transparent PLM execution cadence across teams and vendors.
- High-quality intake and backlog hygiene with reduced execution friction.
- Clear operational visibility through dashboards and AI-assisted insights.
PAY
Below is a summary of compensation elements for this role at the company if based in the following locations:
CaliforniaBase Pay Range: ($105000 -$145000)
BENEFITS
As a full-time regular teammate you are eligible for the following benefits beginning the first of the month following your start date.
Benefits include:
Competitive pay with annual performance-based reviews for continued growth and recognition
Comprehensive healthcare plan options including PPO EPO HDHP and HMO (acupuncture and physical therapy included)
Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer HSA contributions when enrolled in the High-Deductible Healthcare Plan (HDHP)
Dental and Vision plans
401(k) Company Matching up to $5000 annually with immediate 100% vesting and administrative fees paid for by the company
Company-paid Life AD&D Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program that provides access to individualized mental well-being care
Generous Vacation Sick Paid Holidays and Volunteer Time Off
14 weeksof 100% paid leave for birthing parents and8 weeksof 100% paid leave for non-birthing parents plus a Specialized bike for your new baby
Up to $9000 annually in Career Development & Degree Assistance
Up to $250 annually in Fitness & Wellness Reimbursement
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About Company
Headquartered in Morgan Hill, CA, the passionate and creative teammates at Specialized have designed and manufactured the world's most innovative bikes and gear since 1974. Founded on the principle of performance and fueled by innovation, our focus on the rider and their needs is our ... View more
