New Product Development Project Manager
Job Description
Join Our Innovation Engine as a Senior NPD Project Manager!
Are you a seasoned project management professional with a passion for bringing new products to life? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, global environment where your skills can make a real impact? If so, we invite you to become a vital part of our team as a Senior New Product Development (NPD) Project Manager.
What You’ll Do:
As our Senior NPD Project Manager, you’ll be at the heart of our innovation process, driving medium-scale projects from conception to successful launch. You will:
- Orchestrate cross-functional teams, acting as the primary point of contact between project teams, planning, and leadership, ensuring seamless collaboration and execution.
- Craft and maintain detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and critical milestones.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with our strategic goals.
- Proactively identify and mitigate project risks, manage dependencies, and provide clear, transparent reporting to stakeholders.
- Facilitate effective communication across all levels of the organization, ensuring alignment and swift resolution of challenges.
- Contribute to process improvement initiatives and support non-project-related activities as needed.
What You’ll Bring:
We’re looking for a dynamic individual with the following qualifications:
- A technical degree or equivalent education.
- 5+ years of proven project management experience.
- A solid understanding of PMO best practices, tools, and methodologies.
- Experience working in a global manufacturing environment (a plus!).
- Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Project, etc.).
- Exceptional planning, organizational, and time management skills.
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative spirit.
- Resilience and adaptability in the face of ambiguity and rapid change.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. German language skills are a bonus but not required.
What We Offer:
We believe in investing in our people and offer a competitive package that includes:
- A competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Flexible working hours and remote work options to support your work-life balance.
- Exceptional development opportunities, including internal Lean Six Sigma Certification.
Ready to make a difference? We encourage you to learn more about this exciting opportunity by clicking the ‘Apply’ button.
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