Project Manager - R&D - PMO (5-15 yrs)

SUMMARY

This role is responsible for leading a cross-functional team in the development and commercialization of new products/services within the Organization's New Product and Process Development Process (NPPD) or existing products in new markets. Responsibilities include the development and execution of integrated business cases and project plans; identification and resolution of staffing and resource requirements; and resolution of product development issues. This position is responsible for developing and maintaining strong relationships with functional heads and senior leaders to gain the cross-functional support needed to drive the successful commercialization of products and/or significant updates to existing products. The Project Manager will be required to establish and maintain a high-performance culture by fostering innovation, personal accountability, and commitment to results. The Project Manager will be responsible for coaching and mentoring Core Team Leaders who are assigned to projects who reside outside of the PMO.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Lead Project Teams in the completion of product development plans to ensure product availability in alignment with the commercialization plans.

- Lead the development of integrated business plans and subsequent detailed commercialization plans for the product that incorporate the identified markets and balance a global roll-out to maximize success of the product.

- Plan, schedule, and controlled project activities to fulfill project objectives and satisfy project / product requirements. Ensure team deliverables are in compliance with the company's product development and quality processes.

- Manage project budget, cost and profit targets to meet established return on investment goals.

- Develop/maintain strong relationships with functional senior leaders to drive success of the team.

- Drive a high-performance culture by fostering innovation, personal accountability, and a commitment to results.

- Provide structured thinking to the project team on the overall approach and delegate tasks as appropriate based on expectations established for members of the team.

- Coach team members to ensure process adherence and effective project management, utilizing best practice project management skills.

- Coach and mentor Core Team Leaders that do not reside in the PMO.