As an NPD Project Leader, you will be accountable for the coordinated and implementation of a projects and activities that together align with the business needs and achieve outcomes / realize benefits that are of strategic importance. Responsible for executing the New Product Schedule utilizing cross-functional resources and the NPD process for all lines globally.
- Manage cross-functional teams through a defined and gated NPD process to include project timelines and maintaining it through the life of the project. Ensure high quality products are developed, built, and shipped on time as defined by the commitments documented in the New Product Schedule.
- Autonomously manage the development process and communicate to senior management on a variety of processes and technical issues within each program. Has respected knowledge of major system components. Anticipates and manages tasks/risks within each project.
- Defines decision-making process for project teams. Coaches project team personnel to develop and implement cross-functional solutions to complex issues.
- Makes informed decisions if the project team cannot. Decisions made are critical and have significant financial and schedule impact to the program/company.
- Manages multiple projects simultaneously (i.e. Program) and communicate progress to executive management.
- Establish and maintain relationships with senior management for the purpose of aligning NPS objectives and removing obstacles for project completion.
- Drive each Program to defined metrics.
- Provide performance expectations and evaluation for cross-functional resources on project teams. This input will be provided to the appropriate supervisor and will have equal weight with that of functional performance expectations and evaluations.
- Work with senior management to continually improve the NPD process and organization.
- Develop and manage the project budget with the team including development expense capital tooling and expense tooling. Guide the team to develop new products that meet cost targets.
- Regularly provide feedback and solutions for process improvements including the New Product Development process and manufacturing processes.
Skills/Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a product development related discipline (e.g. Engineering, Manufacturing, Marketing, or Design)
2-5 years of experience in project or program management. Results must demonstrate an ability to build teams, make sound decisions and drive action across geographical boundaries & cross functionally.