Americas PMO Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for overseeing all activities related to the commercialization of new products for the Americas, including key markets. Coordinates activities with various departments to effectively transition new products and processes.
• Manages a team dedicated to product design and engineering in the context of new product launches. Suggests improvements and metrics when necessary.
• Coordinates and leads the Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) process to maximize success in developing and tracking products or processes throughout their lifecycle.
• Identifies and ensures adequate and appropriate resources are assigned to all programs and projects to achieve company goals and meet customer needs.
• Leads strategic projects for the business unit, including advanced manufacturing projects and product transfers.
• Manages all aspects of multiple related projects to ensure the overall program is aligned and directly supports the achievement of business strategic initiatives.
• Delivers progress reports and communications for executive-level leaders.
• Establishes key metrics to monitor the goals of new product launches.
• Facilitates the resolution of deficiencies and problems with newly launched products.
• Tracks and monitors project and program costs to ensure financial investment and project payback are aligned with goals.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a similar discipline. MBA preferred but not required.

EXPERIENCE:

• Broad operational experience and exposure in roles related to manufacturing, engineering, product management, project management, finance, sales and marketing, or R&D.
• Experience in managing technical personnel and complex projects or programs.
• Mastery and understanding of the APQP process.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to work with all levels, departments, and operations of the company.
• Excellent communication and technical writing skills.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment.
• Self-directed with a passion for results and personal achievement.
• CAD experience preferred.
• Detail-oriented and organizational skills.
• Ability to travel globally.
• Proficiency in a second language is a plus.

COMPETENCIES:

• APQP Procedures
• MS Project
• Smartsheet: Project Lifecycle Management and Product Data Management
• New Product Introduction (NPI)
• Design Failure Mode Analysis (DFMEA)
• Process Failure Mode Analysis (FMEA)
• International Material Data Systems (IMDS)
• Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA)
• Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
• OEM Specific Requirements
• Product Testing Procedures
• Raw Material Specifications
• Drawing Approvals