Sr Program Manager presso Vollrath Company
Vollrath Company · Sheboygan, Stati Uniti d'America · Onsite
- Senior
- Ufficio in Sheboygan
The Senior Program Manager is accountable for the execution of Product Development programs and guides cross-functional project teams. Ensures Strategic Category Schedule is followed, directing others for successful completion of projects on time, on budget and on scope.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Direct the day-to-day activities of the Product Development Project Managers as they ensure high quality products are developed, built, and delivered on time as defined by the commitments documented in the Product Development process and product specifications.
- Direct the day-to-day activities of the Project Managers as they ensure high quality products are developed, built, and delivered on time as defined by the commitments documented in the Product Development process and product specifications.
- Effectively apply Vollrath phase gate process and enforce project and product development standards. Communicate and train associates on the Vollrath phase gate process for New Product Development
- Establish and maintain relationships with senior management for the purpose of aligning Product Development objectives and removing obstacles for project completion. Work with senior management to continually improve the Product Development process and organization.
- Communicate to senior management on a variety of processes and technical issues. Has cross-functional knowledge of major business units and competitors.
- Define decision-making process for development teams. Coaches Product Development Project Managers to develop and implement cross-functional solutions to complex issues.
- Remain on the forefront of emerging industry practices for Project Management and Product Development. Identify opportunities for improvement and makes constructive suggestions for change.
- Coordinate, develop and execute the Strategic Category Schedule in the agreed project priority order.
- Assist with the development of the Capital and Strategic Plans.
- Prioritize cross-functional human resources.
- Develop best practices and tools for project execution and management
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Will have Project Managers report to this position.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 10+ years of relevant experience in Product Development and Project Management required.
- Bachelor’s degree in a Product Development related discipline (e.g. Engineering, Manufacturing, or Marketing).
- MBA preferred
- Product Management Professional (PMP) desired.
- Demonstrated experience in Project Management
- Demonstrated ability to improve process.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to interact with various functional departments and management levels.
- Ability to lead and motivate.
- Ability to organize and manage personal time and company resources.
- Ability to interpret, analyze and present financial data.
- Ability to be creative in problem solving.
- Results must demonstrate an ability to build teams, make sound decisions and drive action cross-functionally.
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