Technical Program Manager - Logistics

Company: Continuum Resource Network
Location: Hayward
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Location: Hayward, CA, United States Work environment: In-person Expected pay: $80.00 to $90.00 USD Per Hour Schedule: Full-time (usually 30 hours/week) Type: Contract We are helping an on-demand, autonomous ride-hailing company hire an experienced Technical Program Manager - Logistics to help build and standardize logistics systems that ensure readiness for scale while driving continuous improvement across inbound, warehouse, and outbound operations. In this role, you will lead transformative logistics programs at the intersection of engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain. You’ll directly support the transition from R&D and pilot builds into high-volume automotive production, developing scalable systems that ensure safety, quality, and efficiency. The ideal candidate is a proven logistics program manager with deep experience in high-scale industries. You are skilled at leading cross-functional initiatives, standardizing processes, and driving adoption of new systems. You thrive in complex, fast-paced environments and are motivated by building scalable solutions that enable production at volume. As a Technical Program Manager - Logistics, you'll: Lead programs that transform logistics and warehouse operations from prototype/R&D to scaled, high-volume production. Drive change management across engineering, supply chain, and operations to standardize processes and embed best practices. Define and govern logistics standards and operating procedures for safety, quality, efficiency, and compliance. Partner with engineering, manufacturing, service, facilities, and supply chain teams to align material flow, warehouse design, and readiness with production milestones. Manage large, complex initiatives across multiple sites, balancing near-term build requirements with long-term scalability. Establish KPIs and dashboards to measure logistics performance, capacity, and readiness; identify risks and lead mitigation strategies. Mentor and structure cross-functional project teams, ensuring accountability and alignment with organizational priorities. Champion the integration of technology, automation, and lean practices into logistics operations. Travel up to 25% within the U.S. Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field. 6 - 8 years of experience in logistics, manufacturing or technical program management within high-scale industries (e.g., automotive, aerospace, electronics). Proven expertise in leading large, complex, cross-functional logistics programs from design through implementation. Strong change management skills with a track record of driving organizational adoption of new processes and standards. Deep knowledge of warehouse and material flow optimization, logistics engineering, and lean manufacturing principles. Exceptional communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and align at all organizational levels. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; experience with process mapping, KPIs, and operational dashboards. Experience with project and program management tools (i.e.SmartSheets, Microsoft Project) developing and managing schedules with cross functional teams, tracking and mitigating risks across programs and technical projects. Experience with ERP and WMS systems such as SAP. Benefits Pre-tax commuter benefits Employer-subsidized healthcare benefits Flexible Spending Account for healthcare costs All costs covered for short- and long-term disability and life insurance 401k package PTOs and Sick Days Commitment: This is a full-time, ongoing contract position, open to candidates local to the Hayward, CA area. contract position, open to candidates local to the Hayward, CA area.

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