Project Manager who will report to Head of HCS Program Management. The Project Manager will be responsible for those activities necessary to lead new product development and HCS projects from concept to release, project organization, budget reviews, supplier coordination, global cross-functional collaboration and coordination of production and testing to ensure products are produced efficiently, in budget and on time while meeting or exceeding quality standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Define, develop, plan, and manage new product development initiatives

• Lead the project team through the new product stage gate process while managing prioritizations, resource allocation, risk management, budget management and improvement processes.

 • Document clear and detailed project plans including goals and the key deliverables, resources and timelines required to achieve success; provide corrective action or escalation if necessary.

• Develop and maintain timelines and schedules while staying nimble and adjusting to unforeseen events or multiple scenarios.

• Working with PD team for engineering solutions or changes.

• Participate in product quality processes, product forecasting and inventory management, product pricing and product design and sourcing process.

• Build alignment and lead collaboration with other departments including Sales, Customer Service, KAM, Custom Solutions (HCS), NPI Management, Quote Specialist, Industrial Engineering, Sourcing, Advanced Purchasing Engineers, Product Management and Production Management.

• Establish, develop, and maintain supplier and co-manufacturer relationship for new product development and HCS projects.

• Resolve or assist in the resolution of conflicts and bottlenecks within and between projects or functional areas.

•Prepare reports and track KPIs for the steering committee and management.

• Establish a trusted partner relationship with internal and external customers, internal team, and other project stakeholders.

• Lead customer calls on engineering topics and support sales and product management where needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5-10 years of experience in Project Management, Engineering Management, or related field.

• BA or BS degree.  MBA is a +.

• 3D modelling knowledge to support designs or changes.

• Outstanding leadership and organizational skills.

• Advanced teambuilding and interpersonal skills.

• Excellent problem-solving ability.

• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to multitask in a complex and worldwide environment.

• Strong capability to anticipate and plan.

• Able to travel worldwide.

• Valid US Visa (preferred).

• Experience working with clients or external customers preferred.