Senior Project Manager, Road & Gravel

Are you ready to combine your passion for an active lifestyle with a meaningful and multifaceted career in the cycling industry? At Specialized, our teammates are encouraged to explore roles in a variety of functions throughout their careers. We value curiosity, a desire to try new things, and an eagerness to learn about all aspects of the business. No matter where you begin with the company, you get to decide where you want to go whether it’s marketing, finance, product development, sales, or an international assignment. Join us in making the world a better place through the power of bicycles and build your dream career at the same time!

 

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our Road and Gravel team and contribute to the creation of the world's finest bikes. If you have a proven track record of leading cross-functional technical teams towards shared objectives, collaborating with multinational organizations, and effectively managing work across time zones and cultures, while simultaneously focusing on details and the big picture, we would love to hear from you!

In this role, you will be responsible for leading global cross-functional teams to plan and deliver bikes on schedule and with exceptional quality. You will coordinate internal and external resources, establish clear decision-making channels, ensure adherence to processes, and drive excellence in product planning.

 

HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

• Lead multiple global product development teams through the entire bike product development process, ensuring timely market launches.
• Maintain accountability and enforce process adherence to establish consistent work practices across teams and projects.
• Guide teams through successful kickoffs to define product requirements and rider needs, resulting in well-defined and concise Concept Phase plans.
• Develop interdependent program timelines with input from all team members, and secure buy-in and agreement on the final plan.
• Identify critical path items to maintain progress towards goals while effectively managing tradeoffs during execution.
• Formulate action plans to mitigate identified risks and remove obstacles.
• Foster clear and consistent communication with all areas of the business regarding project status and overall health.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing processes and tools for advanced product development.
• Coach, mentor, and empower project team members, encouraging positive action and accountability in their work.

 

WHAT YOU NEED TO WIN

• Minimum 8 years of direct project management or product development experience in fast-paced, innovative, and technically advanced industries.
• Extensive experience and exposure to various technical product fields and manufacturing methods.
• Proven track record of working with multiple global locations, including an understanding of cultural differences and requirements.
• Specific experience in influencing and collaborating cross-functionally with Product Management, Design, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in PLM systems, task management tools (e.g., Jira), and Project Management software (MS Project or equivalent).

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Operations Leadership, or Business Management preferred.
• PMP Certification.
• Curiosity or interest in cycling.

 

TELL ME MORE

• Full-time position requiring 40 hours per week, based in Auburn, CA.
• Domestic and international travel will be required.
• Comprehensive health benefits, 401K, and additional perks, including a competitive employee discount. For more information on benefits and perks, please visit benefits.specialized.com.
• Dog-friendly offices.

 

Pay

Below is a summary of compensation elements for this role at the company if based in the following locations:

California Base Pay Range: $84,919- $147,758 annually

At Specialized, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package and will depend on your work experience, skills, certification, and location.

Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time teammate you are eligible for the following benefits beginning 30 days from date of hire. Benefits include:

• Along with competitive pay, as a full-time teammate you are eligible for the following benefits beginning 30 days from date of hire. Benefits include:

• PPO, EPO, HMO Kaiser and HDHP competiti