Leader – Product Operations

<p><span style="color:#000000"><b>Meet the Team</b><span> </span></span></p><p style="color:!important"><span style="color:#000000">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 <b>Think Really Big, Play to Win, Drive Durable Growth.</b> 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.<span> </span></span></p><p style="color:!important"><span style="color:#000000"><b>Your Impact</b><span> </span></span></p><p style="color:!important"><span style="color:#000000">The Cisco Product Operations team is looking for a visionary and experienced leader to scale and provide strategic oversight for our integrated product operations team. You will be responsible for influencing and driving organizational strategy, mentoring a high-performing team of engineers and program managers, and driving operational excellence across the full product lifecycle. This is a high-visibility role where you will influence cross-functional stakeholders including Engineering, Manufacturing, GSM, and Executive Leadership to ensure our products meet the highest standards of quality, reliability, and cost-competitiveness.<span> </span></span></p><p style="color:!important"><span style="color:#000000"><b>High-Level Responsibilities</b><span> </span></span></p><ul><li><span style="color:#000000">Define and execute the strategic roadmap for the product operations organization to support global scale and efficiency.<span> </span></span></li></ul><ul><li><span style="color:#000000">Provide leadership and career mentorship to a diverse team of Electrical, Mechanical, and Test Development Engineers and Program Managers.<span> </span></span></li></ul><ul><li><span style="color:#000000">Foster deep collaboration with Hardware Engineering and Supply Chain partners to ensure seamless transitions from NPI through End-of-Life.<span> </span></span></li></ul><ul><li><span style="color:#000000">Oversee organizational quality benchmarks and drive proactive risk mitigation across the product portfolio.<span> </span></span></li></ul><ul><li><span style="color:#000000">Champion value engineering and cost avoidance initiatives to maximize gross margins and operational profitability.<span> </span></span></li></ul><ul><li><span style="color:#000000">Facilitate executive-level communications to provide status updates, performance insights, and strategic recommendations.<span> </span></span></li></ul><ul><li><span style="color:#000000">Lead the development of processes and technology frameworks that enable our teams to innovate faster and solve complex technical challenges.<span> </span></span></li></ul><ul><li><span style="color:#000000">Ensure adherence to rigorous operational standards and financial stewardship across all hardware programs.<span> </span></span></li></ul><p style="color:!important"><span style="color:#000000"><b>Minimum Qualifications</b><span> </span></span></p><ul><li><span style="color:#000000">Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related technical field.<span> </span></span></li></ul><ul><li><span style="color:#000000">10+ years of progressive experience in product operations, supply chain, or engineering leadership within the high-tech industry.<span> </span></span></li></ul><ul><li><span style="color:#000000">Proven track record of building and leading high-performing, cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment.<span> </span></span></li></ul><ul><li><span style="color:#000000">Expertise in full product lifecycle management (NPI to EOL) and deep understanding of manufacturing dynamics.<span> </span></span></li></ul><ul><li><span style="color:#000000">Advanced ability to influence executive stakeholders and drive strategy without direct authority.<span> </span></span></li></ul><ul><li><span style="color:#000000">Outstanding written, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.<span> </span></span></li></ul><ul><li><span style="color:#000000">Demonstrated success in managing complex budgets and operational performance metrics.<span> </span></span></li></ul><p style="color:!important"><span style="color:#000000"><b>Preferred Qualifications</b><span> </span></span></p><ul><li><span style="color:#000000">Master’s degree in Engineering or an MBA.<span> </span></span></li></ul><ul><li><span style="color:#000000">Experience leading large-scale electronics manufacturing operations or hyper-scaler infrastructure programs.<span> </span></span></li></ul><ul><li><span style="color:#000000">Certification in Project Management (PMP) or process improvement methodologies (Six Sigma).<span> </span></span></li></ul><ul><li><span style="color:#000000">Deep familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and enterprise PLM systems.<span> </span></span></li></ul><ul><li><span style="color:#000000">Experience scaling organizations through periods of significant growth or technical transformation.<span> </span></span></li></ul><p style="color:!important"><span style="color:#000000"><span></span><span> </span></span></p><p></p><h1>Why Cisco? </h1><p>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.</p><p>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. </p><p>We are Cisco, and our power starts with you. </p><p></p>