Project Manager

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all steps needed for new product launch through detailed project management, working closely with the Innovation and Product Development Team.
• Provide commercialization support to cross functional team by developing and executing project trackers and managing actions and deliverables on time and on target.
• Manage active product changes and discontinuation through Stage Gate process.
• Communicate project status to participants and stakeholders accurately and on-time.
• Support successful execution of Product Management Review as a part of Integrated Business Planning.
• Design, develop & implement lifecycle and change control business processes across Portfolios and functions to facilitate operational execution.
• Set the business technology agenda, closing the gap between translating the business needs into suitable technology solutions.
• Investigate future technical capability potentials from Agile PLM system in IT Dev environment.
• Map business processes slated for improvement, both current and future state. Determine, document and communicate the impact of process changes for the process users.
• Define target metrics and implement KPIs; communicate actual performance and initiatives driving improvement to defined KPIs.
• Serve as main interface with IT, relevant Business Process Owners & Operational Excellence team.
• Actively secure buy-in from cross functional leadership and drive the process users to embed best practices in their processes.
• Contribute to the further development of the Product Lifecycle Management department as part of Integrated Business Planning.
• Improve and manage Stage Gate process for all product and package development and commercialization projects.
• Apply knowledge of product development business principles, strategy and best practices with a focus on practical Stage Gate design, implementation and management.
• Demonstrate understanding of product life cycle with focus on Change Control, Lifecycle Management and/or general Change Management.
• Manage projects day to day with little supervision, evaluating and communicating project risks and issues rapidly.
• Drive process development and change initiatives.
• Communicate effectively both in writing and orally, with strong presentation skills, including customer-facing communication.
• Work in results-oriented, customer-focused team environment, being creative, change-oriented, and constructively challenging the status quo.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 20%.

Requirements

• B.S. Degree in science, engineering or business with related business discipline experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in Process and Project Management.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Product Life Cycle Management.
• Working experience with Stage Gate commercialization process.
• Knowledge of product development business principles, strategy and best practices.
• In-depth understanding of product life cycle, Change Control, Lifecycle Management and Change Management.
• Ability to turn around projects at a fast pace and handle changing timelines and priorities.
• Excellent evaluation and communication skills for project risks and issues.
• Strong project management skills with minimal supervision.
• Experience in process development and driving change.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including presentation skills.
• Customer-focused mindset, creative, and willing to challenge the status quo.
• Strong work ethic.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 20%.

Nice to Have

• Advanced degree in science, engineering or business.

Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in science, engineering or business
• Related business discipline experience
• 3-5 years of experience in Process and Project Management
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Product Life Cycle Management
• Experience with Stage Gate commercialization process

Benefits & Perks

• 401k competitive employer matching
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision benefits
• Employer paid life & disability coverage
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 8 weeks paid parental leave
• Education assistance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible hybrid working arrangement (up to 2 days/week after 90 days with approval)
• Compensation range: $99,548 - $149,322 (based on experience, knowledge, and skills)