Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Project Manager to lead cross-functional New Product Development (NPD) initiatives from concept through commercialization. This role is accountable for driving successful execution of critical NPD projects by coordinating cross-disciplinary efforts, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets, and delivering high-quality products that meet business and customer needs. The Project Manager will report to the Senior Program Manager or Director of Program

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Leadership: Direct and manage full project lifecycle for new product initiatives, from scope definition through manufacturing launch.
• Planning and Execution: Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, including schedules, resources, and risk management strategies to ensure successful delivery of milestones.
• Team Coordination: Lead cross-functional teams across engineering, marketing, operations, and quality; ensure alignment and accountability through structured task delegation and follow-up.
• Stakeholder Communication: Act as primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and sponsors. Provide regular updates, escalate risks, and maintain transparency on project progress.
• Documentation and Governance: Ensure thorough documentation of project activities, decisions, and deliverables to maintain traceability and compliance with company policies.
• Conflict and Risk Management: Facilitate resolution of cross-functional issues and proactively identify risks and roadblocks with timely mitigation strategies.
• Scope and Budget Control: Monitor and manage changes to project scope and schedules; work closely with finance and operations to maintain budget adherence.
• Requirements Management: In collaboration with Product Management, ensure product requirements and specifications are clearly defined, maintained, and met throughout the development process.
• Process Improvement: Contribute to the ongoing improvement of NPD processes by implementing project management best practices and tools to drive operational excellence.
• Meeting Facilitation: Lead regular project team meetings, capture and assign action items, and follow through on accountability.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Successful on-time, on-budget delivery of strategic NPD projects.
• Reduction in schedule and scope creep across managed projects.
• High team engagement and effective cross-functional collaboration.
• Accurate and maintained project documentation.
• Product cost and specification adherence through product launch.
• Demonstrated use and improvement of project management best practices.
• Measurable contribution to NPD velocity and output quality.