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Fictiv

Platform for instant custom-part sourcing

Technical Program Manager - Manufacturing

Full-Time
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Senior
Bachelor's
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
In PersonUp to 10% travel may be required.
Project & Program ManagementProgram Management

About the job

Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
  • Minimum 7+ years of experience in a technical project or program management role within fast-paced manufacturing environments.
  • Proven track record managing programs through New Product Development (NPD) and Mass Manufacturing.
  • Hands-on experience managing suppliers/manufacturers and external stakeholders.
  • Must-Have: Deep experience with CNC Machining.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Fluent in English.
  • Sitting and working at a computer for extended periods of time.
  • Travel: 0-10%
Responsibilities
  • Lead end-to-end project execution, ensuring adherence to defined scope, budget, and timelines.
  • Oversee cross-functional coordination and execution across engineering, sourcing, manufacturing, logistics, and quality.
  • Develop comprehensive and realistic project/program plans.
  • Identify and proactively manage program risks and mitigation strategies, ensuring alignment with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Engage regularly with internal teams, customers, and manufacturing partners to ensure alignment.
  • Build strong working relationships with stakeholders to facilitate quick decision-making and issue resolution.
  • Understand and define customer requirements and fulfillment needs.
  • Drive resolution of open gaps to ensure program success and customer satisfaction.
  • Own the evaluation and execution of post-sale change requests.
  • Balance scope, risk, and cost implications while maintaining overall program objectives.
  • Track and report on program performance using defined metrics (cost, time, quality, risk).
  • Escalate issues as necessary and keep leadership informed with timely updates and clear documentation.
  • Identify areas for improvement across the program lifecycle and TPM workflow.
  • Drive both tactical and strategic improvements to enhance operational effectiveness and program quality.
Desired Qualifications
  • Familiarity with Composite and Sheet Metal Fabrication processes.
  • Solid understanding of quality systems, PPAP, and supply chain management (SCM).
  • Knowledge of logistics, sourcing, and finance related to project execution.
  • Data-driven decision maker with a methodical and detail-oriented approach.
  • A systems thinker: capable of developing repeatable, flexible, and reliable processes.

About the company

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Fictiv

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Fictiv runs a digital platform that connects buyers with a global network of vetted manufacturing partners to source custom-manufactured parts. It enables low-volume production by providing instant quotes, manufacturability analysis, and on-demand production status updates, eliminating the need for large tooling investments. It also offers design-for-manufacturability consultations via chat or Zoom with technical experts. The company differentiates itself with access to a wide, geographically distributed manufacturing network (across the U.S., China, India, and Mexico) that reduces supply-chain risk and accelerates sourcing for small-quantity runs. Its goal is to make it faster and easier for businesses to source and manage custom parts from design to delivery.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$193M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2013

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What believers are saying

  • Fictiv won SupplyTech Breakthrough's June 11, 2026 Sourcing Solution of the Year award.
  • Fictiv's February 23, 2026 report shows demand from MedTech, Climate Tech, EV, and Robotics.
  • March 3, 2026 export-control services open regulated aerospace and advanced-tech programs.

What critics are saying

  • Fictiv's 2025 $350 million sale makes MISUMI integration risk an immediate execution threat.
  • Instant quoting commoditizes sourcing; Xometry, Protolabs, and contract manufacturers copy features fast.
  • If MISUMI prioritizes meviy, Fictiv's standalone brand dies inside a Japanese parent by 2027.

What makes Fictiv unique

  • Fictiv's March 17, 2026 instant injection molding quotes slash sourcing from weeks to seconds.
  • MISUMI's June 17, 2025 acquisition gives Fictiv global logistics, capital, and manufacturing depth.
  • Dave Evans unifies MISUMI Americas and Fictiv into one AI-powered sourcing platform.

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Benefits

  • Free catered lunch, snacks, and drinks
  • Learning and development stipend
  • Paid parental leave
  • Equity options
  • Wellness stipend
  • Paid volunteer days

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SME Media
May 29th, 2026
Misumi Group launches U.S. Division backed by $1 billion investment.

Misumi Group launches U.S. Division backed by $1 billion investment. Misumi Americas is parent company's efforts in global AI and digital manufacturing. * Misumi USA * May 29, 2026 * 4 min to read MISUMI Group Inc. announced the launch of MISUMI Americas, a specification-driven global manufacturing and supply chain company. MISUMI Americas integrates the digital powerhouse of Fictiv with MISUMI's 60+ year legacy of industrial precision to build the future of manufacturing, combining standard, configurable, and custom fabricated parts into one powerful solution for engineers and manufacturers. MISUMI Group recently announced a $1B (150B JPY) Global Investment Vision to support organic and inorganic growth initiatives, including significant investments in the U.S., as the Japanese industrial leader appoints its first American CEO to spearhead U.S. expansion through MISUMI Americas. MISUMI Americas is uniquely positioned to accelerate U.S. manufacturing by combining Japanese operational precision with American digital innovation. Under the leadership of Dave Evans, MISUMI Americas CEO, the company is expanding MISUMI's role from a trusted component supplier to a comprehensive digital manufacturing and supply chain partner. "Whether we're helping venture-backed innovators like Oishii scale robotics for the future of agriculture or supporting the next generation of LEO satellites in public aerospace companies, our mission is to give every engineer access to Fortune 500-caliber supply chain capabilities," said Dave Evans, CEO of MISUMI Americas. "By combining MISUMI's decades of precision and reliability with Fictiv's AI-powered digital manufacturing platform, we're transforming static supply chains into living, self-optimizing production systems, empowering innovators to move from design to production faster and with greater confidence." MISUMI Americas for the full mechanical bill of materials. For the first time, engineering, procurement, and supply chain leaders have access to a Fortune 500-caliber supply chain team of experts to launch their entire mechanical bill of materials (BOM), including standard, configurable, and custom mechanical parts. MISUMI Americas enables today's engineers and supply chain teams to build and scale industry-leading technology including factory automation, robotics, aerospace, eVTOL, satellites, medical devices, factory automation and more. "As a company in the early stages of manufacturing, it was critical to find a partner who could scale up with us as we worked through design iterations and sold equipment to initial customers. Combining MISUMI's trusted legacy of quality and precision with Fictiv's digital manufacturing ecosystem into MISUMI Americas creates a single source for all standard, configurable, and custom components, shortening our path to market," said Jamie Vinsant, VP Membrane Commercial Development, EnergyX. Unified sourcing platform. Customers will be able to source both "make" and buy components and custom mechanical parts through a single, integrated digital workflow, eliminating the complexity of managing multiple vendors. Faster time-to-market. By leveraging Fictiv's AI-powered quoting and MISUMI's global logistics network, MISUMI Americas enables engineers to move from prototype to full-scale production significantly faster. This includes quotes in minutes not days/weeks, high quality parts delivered as fast as one day, and seamlessly scaling from 24-hour prototype to full-scale production without switching vendors. Reduced supply chain risk. Customers gain access to a highly resilient global manufacturing network, with hubs in the U.S., Mexico, China, Japan, and India all managed under the same Fortune 500-caliber quality management system. Integrated design-to-delivery. The platform offers automated Design for Manufacturing feedback, allowing engineers to identify and fix production issues during the design phase, reducing time and cost required to launch products. High-Precision quality. MISUMI Americas provides ISO 9001:2015, AS9100, and ISO 13485 certified manufacturing, ensuring parts meet strict industrial tolerances down to .0001 inch for CNC machining. Rapid scalability. The scalable supply chain allows companies to scale from a single prototype to thousands of production units without the capital investment required for traditional production manufacturing. MISUMI america's standard to configurable to custom continuum. By combining MISUMI's 60-year legacy, including 30 million unique products, 20.7 million configurable components, and 200K daily shipments, with Fictiv's AI-powered custom manufacturing solution, MISUMI Americas provides a seamless, end-to-end solution for building an entire mechanical BOM. This ensures all parts are built to specification, including fully custom, configured (made-to-order), and off-the-shelf components. * Standardized Components: Industry-leading, high-precision off-the-shelf parts * Configurable Solutions: Precision-engineered parts tailored to specific dimensional modifications of standard components * Custom Manufacturing: On-demand, complex fabrication using a high-velocity digital network spanning the U.S., China, Mexico, India, and Japan This integrated model allows engineers to seamlessly transition from rapid prototyping to full-scale production without changing vendors, drastically reducing the friction in the mechanical bill of materials. Global expansion and impact. MISUMI Americas is supported by a global manufacturing network spanning the United States, Mexico, China, India, and Japan, providing customers with access to specialized capabilities in CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, injection molding, additive manufacturing, and aerospace-certified production. With over 30M standard parts and global products, 42M custom parts delivered, 250+ manufacturing facilities, and 200K daily shipments, MISUMI Americas is well positioned to support the world's most innovative companies. These key regions place Advancedmanufacturing at the heart of the world's most vital manufacturing hubs, ensuring direct proximity to the building blocks of modern industry. Advancing the next era of industrial innovation. MISUMI Group and MISUMI Americas have assembled a leadership team focused on accelerating the digital transformation of the global supply chain. Together, this leadership team brings a breadth of expertise and a shared commitment to advancing the next generation of industrial innovation. The leadership team is driving focused investment in the fusion of heavy industry and autonomous technology, cementing MISUMI's position at the forefront of advanced manufacturing. * Dave Evans - President and CEO of MISUMI Americas: The first American to hold this role, Dave Evans is charged with bridging the gap between Japanese operational excellence and the relentless pace of American innovation. * Nate Evans - AI Executive: As the leader of MISUMI AI, Nate Evans is responsible for developing artificial intelligence capabilities across MISUMI's global manufacturing ecosystem. His mandate encompasses the integration of AI-driven tools to enhance predictive production and autonomous execution. * Arata Shimizu - Representative Director and President: The visionary leader heading the global charge into a new phase of industrial innovation. * Ryusei Ono - Chairman of the Board: The guardian of MISUMI's legacy, ensuring the company's foundational precision meets the demands of the future. * Mitsunobu Yoshida - Senior Executive Corporate Officer, President of ID Business Company, Chairman of the Americas Business Company and Chairman of Fictiv Inc: Guiding MISUMI Americas' strategic integration and growth. He'll unite MISUMI's precision components business with Fictiv's digital manufacturing platform. The team's collective focus spans hardware development, factory automation, and supply chain resilience, encompassing priorities that reflect the evolving needs of global enterprises and the manufacturers that serve them. As MISUMI enters a new chapter of growth, this leadership structure positions the organization to deliver meaningful, lasting impact at scale. Amazon affiliate. SME may earn commissions on qualifying purchases.

PR Newswire
Mar 17th, 2026
Fictiv introduces Instant Injection Molding Quotes.

Fictiv introduces Instant Injection Molding Quotes. Mar 17, 2026, 09:00 ET New capability compresses sourcing cycles from weeks to seconds enabling faster product development, lower risk and smarter procurement decisions SAN FRANCISCO, March 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Fictiv today announced the Introduction of Instant Injection Molding Quoting. This is a significant enhancement of Fictiv's Injection Molding service and an integral part of Fictiv's Digital Manufacturing and Supply Chain Platform. Traditional quoting workflows can slow project timelines. Fictiv's instant quoting technology removes that friction - delivering immediate visibility into cost and lead time so teams can speed up time to market and make sourcing decisions with confidence. "Speed without sacrificing quality wins in modern manufacturing. Instant injection molding quoting removes friction from one of the most critical production workflows - and that changes how fast teams get products to market," says Dave Evans MISUMI Americas CEO & President and Fictiv Co-Founder & CEO. Instant Quotes 24/7 By automating the quoting process for qualifying parts, teams gain immediate clarity on cost and lead times - allowing them to move from design to production seamlessly and make sourcing decisions with greater confidence. According to Ivan Sánchez, Sourcing Specialist at Legrand, "Transparent, upfront pricing changes the conversation. When cost and lead times are clear immediately, approvals move faster and production starts sooner." Fictiv's instant injection molding quotes remove two of the biggest bottlenecks in production manufacturing: sourcing parts and time to quote. Greater Transparency and Accuracy Instant quoting also gives customers clear, competitive pricing for qualifying injection molding designs as well as: * Instant, accurate cost visibility * Lead time predictability * Reduced program risk Expert Engineering Backup For more complex injection molding parts that do not qualify for instant quoting, Fictiv continues to provide detailed, engineer-reviewed quotes and design-for-manufacturability (DFM) support. This approach ensures customers receive: * Automated speed * Expert engineering guidance * High-quality outcomes across simple and complex programs By combining digital platform efficiency with human expertise, Fictiv delivers quality, speed and reliability at scale. Experience the Future of Manufacturing Instant Injection Molding Quotes reflects Fictiv's broader mission to make custom and standard parts manufacturing faster, easier, and more transparent - without sacrificing quality. To learn more about how Instant Injection Molding Quotes works - including qualification criteria, supported materials, and real-world use cases - read the full article outlining the technology and workflow improvements. You can also watch a short video to see how teams are moving from design upload to instant pricing and lead times in seconds, accelerating sourcing decisions and reducing time to production. About Fictiv Fictiv is a global manufacturing and supply chain company that enables organizations to scale globally without the typical barriers of cost, complexity, and risk. By leveraging Fictiv's four global manufacturing centers in India, Mexico, China, and the U.S., companies can access high-quality production, optimize logistics, and mitigate supply chain risk - ensuring they can move from prototype to production with speed and confidence. To date, Fictiv has delivered more than 40 million prototype and commercial parts and assemblies for early-stage companies and large enterprises alike, helping them innovate faster, free up precious resources, and drive profitable growth. For more information, visit www.fictiv.com. About MISUMI Americas MISUMI Americas provides configurable components, standard parts, and custom manufacturing solutions serving automation, robotics, medical, automotive, electronics, aerospace, and industrial equipment markets across the United States and Mexico. By uniting MISUMI and Fictiv, the company delivers a unified digital manufacturing platform that connects design, engineering, and production with unmatched precision, speed, and reliability. For more information, visit: us.misumi-ec.com. Media Contact: Jennifer Shambroom Chief Marketing Officer Fictiv +1.415.278.1727 [email protected] SOURCE Fictiv

Yahoo Finance
Mar 17th, 2026
Fictiv launches instant injection molding quotes, compressing sourcing from weeks to seconds

Fictiv has introduced instant injection moulding quoting on its digital manufacturing platform, compressing sourcing cycles from weeks to seconds. The automated system provides immediate visibility into costs and lead times for qualifying parts, enabling faster product development and procurement decisions. The technology removes bottlenecks in production manufacturing by delivering transparent pricing and lead time predictability around the clock. For complex parts that don't qualify for instant quoting, Fictiv continues to provide engineer-reviewed quotes and design-for-manufacturability support. "Speed without sacrificing quality wins in modern manufacturing," said Dave Evans, MISUMI Americas CEO and Fictiv co-founder. The capability is part of Fictiv's broader mission to make custom and standard parts manufacturing faster and more transparent whilst maintaining quality standards.

Automation.com
Feb 23rd, 2026
AI, Digital Platforms and Regional Resilience Reshaping Manufacturing and Supply Chain Leadership

AI, digital platforms and regional resilience reshaping Manufacturing and Supply Chain leadership. 23 February, 2026 Fictiv's supply chain report reveals an industry operating in persistent volatility and fundamentally redefining how products are designed, sourced and built. SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 23, 2026 - Fictiv, a global supply chain and manufacturing company, and MISUMI Global, a leading global supplier of mechanical components and manufacturing services, has released the 11th Annual State of Manufacturing & Supply Chain Report, a survey of more than 300 senior supply chain and manufacturing leaders. The report reveals an industry operating in persistent volatility and fundamentally redefining how products are designed, sourced and built. "Global manufacturing has entered a new phase where quality, compliance, and transparency are non-negotiable," said Representative Director and President Ryusei Ono, MISUMI. "This research reflects what we see across our customer base: a growing expectation for consistent performance at scale amid increasing regional, regulatory and technological complexity." The 2026 State of Manufacturing and Supply Chain Report highlights a turning point for the industry - where AI, digital platforms, and on-shoring are now essential to staying competitive. * AI transforms manufacturing and supply chains: 95% say implementing AI into manufacturing and supply chain operations is vital to my company's future success. * AI addresses workforce shortages: 95% AI and automation are helping address workforce shortages, but cannot replace specialized expertise. * Digital manufacturing platforms boost production: 97% say digital manufacturing platforms are essential for production. * On-shoring top priority: 93% say moving manufacturing back to the U.S. is a top priority. * Supplier sourcing complex and time-consuming: 81% say supplier sourcing and manufacturing are too time-consuming and costly. * External tariff expertise needed: 77% say trade compliance requirements are too complex to manage without external expertise. "This year's data makes clear that speed, predictability, and resilience now define competitive advantage. The companies that are pulling ahead are the ones leveraging AI and digital manufacturing platforms, robust global networks, and embedding quality into their operations," said Dave Evans, president and CEO, MISUMI Americas. AI adoption accelerates. Nearly all of the 300+ manufacturing leaders surveyed (99%) say supplier tariff and trade expertise is now essential in partner selection, and 98% report that rising raw-material costs are actively informing smarter, more resilient sourcing strategies. At the same time, leaders are gaining clarity on the operational improvements that can deliver the greatest impact. Today, 83% of engineers spend four or more hours per week on procurement-related workflows - highlighting a strong opportunity for efficiency gains - while 93% of leaders say productivity improves when administrative tasks are offloaded. Together, the data shows manufacturers not only recognizing the challenges ahead but also taking decisive steps to streamline operations, empower engineers, and build supply chains designed for long-term performance. Across the production lifecycle, rising complexity is amplifying supply chain management pressures across the production lifecycle. Manufacturing planning cited as the top challenge for balancing cost, quality, and time-to-market, followed by production, sourcing, design, and demand forecasting. Notably, 81% of leaders now say supplier sourcing and management is too time-consuming and costly, up from 73% in 2025 - highlighting a growing need for more integrated operating models. AI adoption has also moved decisively from experimentation to execution. The vast majority of respondents (97%) say AI is already embedded across core manufacturing and supply chain workflows, with 95% considering AI a requirement rather than an option. Many leaders anticipate AI-driven productivity gains of 50% or more, with some projecting improvements of two to five times as workflows are redesigned around automation and intelligence. The future of manufacturing is digital. The report further underscores the importance of digital manufacturing platforms, with 97% percent of leaders saying they are essential, up from 86% in 2024. Manufacturing leaders are also prioritizing services that reduce handoffs and compress cycle time. Ninety-three percent report that engineering productivity would significantly or moderately improve through managed manufacturing or supply chain services, and 98% see clear optimization opportunities - particularly in quality management, supply chain design support, and DFM, costing and engineering services. About Fictiv. Fictiv is a global manufacturing and supply chain company that enables organizations to scale globally without the typical barriers of cost, complexity, and risk. By leveraging Fictiv's four global manufacturing centers in India, Mexico, China, and the U.S., companies can access high-quality production, optimize logistics, and mitigate supply chain risk - ensuring they can move from prototype to production with speed and confidence. To date, Fictiv has delivered more than 39 million prototype and commercial parts and assemblies for early-stage companies and large enterprises alike, helping them innovate faster, free up precious resources and drive profitable growth. About MISUMI Americas. MISUMI Americas provides configurable components, standard parts, and custom manufacturing solutions serving automation, robotics, medical, automotive, electronics, aerospace, and industrial equipment markets across the United States and Mexico. By uniting MISUMI and Fictiv, the company delivers a unified digital manufacturing platform that connects design, engineering, and production with unmatched precision, speed and reliability. About the research. This is the 11th annual report conducted with Dimensional Research. The report surveyed 300+ qualified individuals at the director level or higher who work in engineering, supply chain, production manufacturing, R&D, or digital innovation roles. Most companies produce goods in clean energy, electric vehicles, robotics, or medtech industries.

PR Newswire
Jan 22nd, 2026
MISUMI appoints Dave Evans as Americas president to unify AI-powered platform for standard and custom parts

MISUMI Group has appointed Dave Evans as President of MISUMI Americas to lead the integration of MISUMI and Fictiv into a unified AI-powered manufacturing platform. Evans, co-founder and CEO of Fictiv, which MISUMI acquired in 2025, will oversee both companies whilst serving customers in climate tech, robotics, medtech, aerospace and factory automation. The integrated platform combines MISUMI's configurable components with Fictiv's digital manufacturing capabilities to accelerate production cycles from prototype to manufacturing. MISUMI's digital model business is projected to grow 80% year-over-year to ¥62.1 billion in fiscal 2025, targeting ¥200 billion by fiscal 2030. Evans succeeds Nobuyuki Ashida, who led MISUMI USA through a decade of growth. The platform will operate from strategic locations in California and Illinois.