Technical Program Manager, Logistics at zoox

<div> <p>At Zoox, our Logistics team is dedicated to ensuring seamless, scalable, and efficient processes that enable the timely delivery of components critical to vehicle manufacturing and service operations. We value collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to operational excellence. This role provides the opportunity to lead transformative logistics programs at the intersection of engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain, directly supporting the transition from R&amp;D and pilot builds into high-volume automotive production.</p> <p>You will be part of a passionate team building and standardizing logistics systems that ensure readiness for scale while driving continuous improvement across inbound, warehouse, and outbound operations. Our culture thrives on openness, shared learning, and supportive risk-taking while striving to make cities safer, smarter, and more sustainable. This role offers significant leadership, ownership, and professional growth opportunities in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.&nbsp;</p> </div> In this role, you will: • Lead complex, cross-functional logistics programs across multiple sites, mentoring project teams and guiding the transition of operations from R&D prototype builds to scalable, standard production. • Drive change management and process standardization by defining and governing operating procedures (SOPs) that ensure safety, quality, compliance, and organizational best practices. • Partner collaboratively with engineering, supply chain, and operations to align warehouse design, material flow, and overall logistics readiness with critical production milestones. • Establish KPIs and drive continuous improvement by proactively mitigating risks, monitoring performance, and driving the integration of technology, automation, and lean methodologies. • Travel: Requires regular travel between Bay Area facilities, alongside 10–20% nationwide travel to additional Zoox sites to oversee initiatives and support regional logistics operations. Qualifications: • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field, with 6–8+ years of TPM, logistics, or manufacturing experience in high-scale industries (e.g., automotive, aerospace, electronics). • Proven expertise in leading complex, cross-functional logistics programs from design through implementation, utilizing tools like SmartSheets and MS Project to manage schedules, track milestones, and mitigate risks. • Deep knowledge of warehouse optimization, material flow, logistics engineering, and lean manufacturing principles, paired with hands-on experience using ERP and WMS platforms (e.g., SAP). • Strong track record of driving organizational change and adopting new standards, backed by exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills to align and influence teams at all levels. • Robust analytical capabilities with practical experience in process mapping, defining KPIs, and building operational dashboards to monitor performance and solve complex operational challenges. Bonus Qualifications: • Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or Logistics, in addition to professional certifications such as PMP, PgMP, Lean, or Six Sigma. • Proven success in establishing logistics operations from the ground up during major production scale-ups or new greenfield program launches. • Strong technical ability using SQL, Python, or simulation tools to drive optimizations and support data-driven decision-making. • Comprehensive knowledge of warehouse safety and quality standards, including EHS guidelines, OSHA regulations, ISO 9001, and IATF 16949 requirements.