Manager of Program Management (Consumer Goods)

TL;DR

Manager of Program Management (Consumer Goods): Leading the New Product Development (NPD) process from concept to shelf for haircare brands with an accent on cross-functional coordination and governance. Focus on establishing timelines, mitigating program risks, and ensuring high-speed delivery of 5-star quality products.

Location: United States

Salary: $120,000 - $195,500 USD

Company

A global product design and technology company known for disruptive innovation through its Shark and Ninja brands.

What you will do

• Drive and facilitate interaction between cross-functional stakeholders to bring products to market.
• Own the full program lifecycle from product ideation to end-of-life.
• Utilize KPIs and data to drive decision-making across functional teams.
• Identify program risks and develop comprehensive mitigation and contingency plans.
• Serve as a conduit for global information to support local business teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in technical/engineering or business management field.
• 5+ years of direct Program Management experience.
• Experience in engineering, new product development (NPD), or the consumer goods industry.
• Proficiency with MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
• Strong communication skills for presenting to C-Suite and executive management.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, vision, and HSA with company contribution.
• Financial security via a 401(k) retirement plan with matching and employee stock purchase program.
• Generous paid time off, company holidays, and parental leave.
• Additional perks: pet insurance, identity theft protection, pre-paid legal insurance, and product discounts.
• High-impact learning programs to empower professional growth.