Program Manager

JOB SUMMARY:

The Program Manager is responsible and accountable for the cross-functional management of new product development and sustaining projects. These projects range in complexity that span functions, organizations, geographic regions, and cultures. The Program Manager coordinates the efforts of engineering, offering management, manufacturing, procurement, quality, order fulfillment, logistics, service, marketing, sales and other cross functional groups to optimize time to market while monitoring project and product cost, schedule and resources. The Program Manager must build credibility, establish rapport, and maintain communication with project stakeholders at multiple levels, including those external to the organization, to ensure success of the projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Facilitate cross-functional planning and project execution, ensuring the project is delivered on time, within budget, and meets the agreed upon scope

Monitor team schedules and ensure coordination of activities on the critical path

Provide executive-level program updates to senior management and executive sponsors

Develop reporting and tracking programs to assure the project is on target for schedule and cost

Identify key issues and drive decisions to ensure that the project does not slip

Identify key risks and prepare contingency plans

Ensure the projects are following the NPDi, New Product Develop & Introduction process

Assist project team members as required

Identify and lead continuous improvement projects

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelors degree in Engineering, or other technical degree. Master of Business Administration is a plus.

Proven ability to lead others to achieve common goals and to accomplish tasks

Demonstrated competence in problem-solving, data analysis, project planning

Experience leading cross functional meetings and presenting to small groups, both in person and via conference call

Ability to quickly develop cross functional relationships to achieve business objectives

Process and results-oriented with proven ability to accomplish goals

Experience with 3-phase power distribution or Busbar products is preferred

Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 applications, Microsoft Project, & Smartsheet

Strong communication skills to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization.