Product Manager

Job Description:

Support Product Managers with project management of critical NPI projects.

• Leads process reporting to include KPI analysis as well as leads issue resolution with cross-functional team and escalates as needed.
• Institutes change management process to align on adjustments needed for new product introductions through the stage gate process and communicates these changes with appropriate stakeholders.
• Measures global KPIs for alignment on objectives and track progress of the NPI projects through the stage gate process.
• Executes a detailed plan that defines key milestone, deadlines, and metrics for changes to the processes.
• Leverage the Product Management platform for reporting financial status, project status, and resource needs to Executive Leadership.
• Coordinates the strategic action plan to deliver the stage gate process and Product Management tools across the organization.
• Manages and supports the stage gate process for Product Management from end to end.
• Ability to travel 25-50% with the ability to travel internationally.
• Proficient computer skills and in-depth knowledge of relevant software such as MS Office Suite.
• Ability to lead and develop a team effectively
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Capable of maintaining sensitive/confidential information across different levels of the organization to include both internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to think outside the box to offer new ideas, concepts, solutions, etc.
• Highly energetic and demonstrates initiative.
• Strong analytical, organization, time management and multi tasking skills.
• Experience working in a change management system to define the overall product development process for the organization.
• Knowledge of and experience in Stage-gate processes for product development.
• Process certifications are a plus (e.g., 6-Sigma, PMP, CBAP, ASQ, etc.)
• Knowledge and expertise in Clarity PPM preferred.
• Proven track record for influencing results in a matrix.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in project management demonstrating team leadership skills.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in product management, marketing, process improvement, engineering, or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or related field of study or equivalent experience.in quality systems or process controls
• Bilingual (verbal proficiency)
• Project Management Professional certification.
• Proven experience in change management initiatives and process transformation
• HVAC / Water Heating industry experience or related in manufacturing environment preferred.
• Prior experience implementing in a Clarity environment a plus
• Master’s degree in business administration or related field.