A global leader in the Home Furnishing Manufacturing space is looking to hire a Project Manager - New Product Development in the Lexington, KY area. In this role, you'll lead cross-functional teams to bring innovative product's to market, ensuring each product launch is timely, cost-efficient, and meets quality standards. You will play a vital role in managing the product development process and overseeing each phase with precision.
Key Responsibilities:
- Guide project teams across departments to introduce new products on schedule, within budget, and aligned with quality expectations.
- Develop and maintain project timelines, facilitate prompt decision-making, and proactively resolve risks and issues with the team.
- Report on project progress to stakeholders at various organizational levels.
- Manage the tollgate process to ensure smooth transitions through each project phase.
- Partner with the PMO to refine commercialization processes and enhance operational standards.
- Maintain essential project documentation, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
- Support other teams in building project management systems.
- Perform additional tasks as needed.
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Proven ability to lead teams, drive collaboration, build strong relationships, and influence results.
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in new product development.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Project, and Excel) and familiar with cloud-based tools.
- Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills, suitable for all levels of the organization.
- Eagerness to challenge existing practices
