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 multitasking 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
- Project Management Professional certification.
- Proven experience in change management initiatives and process transformation
- Prior experience implementing in a Clarity environment a plus
- Master’s degree in business administration or related field.
