Project Manager II

A collective energy and ambition. A place where you can make a real difference.

We’re a company that genuinely cares about our people, our products, our consumers and the environment.

Our unique, informal culture champions courage, determination and collaboration. Knowing we have an open and supportive team means each of us has the freedom to take responsibility and ownership. We have a shared passion to work hard, innovate and push boundaries.

United by the belief that when we strive for growth, anything is possible. While we might not be the largest company in our industry, we believe we can have the biggest impact because: Together We Have the Power to Win.

Hybrid - Fort Collins, CO

Role Summary                                                          

The primary responsibility is to lead New Product Development (NPD) teams in the successful development of Consumer Durable Goods products. This involves working closely with both the internal cross-functional teams and overseas manufacturing suppliers to implement new products, ensuring alignment with all specifications and timelines. Successful completion is defined by satisfying the product requirement documents, meeting product and project costs, and completing the project on schedule. The Project Manager will also drive strategic initiatives to improve project outcomes and foster innovation.

Role Accountabilities and Responsibilities                                             

• Tactical Leadership: Provide proactive and assertive leadership to NPD teams, aligning with the company's mission and philosophy. Champion cross-functional teamwork and apply concurrent engineering principles, while assessing and managing project and product risks with appropriate contingency plans.
• Team Coordination: Collaborate with functional managers to select and coordinate multi-discipline, cross-functional project teams (including Engineering, Marketing, Operations, Quality, Purchasing, Customer Service, Suppliers, etc.). Ensure commitment and allocation of necessary resources for project success.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, to align project goals with business objectives and ensure stakeholder buy-in.
• Deliverable Management: Identify and manage cross-functional deliverables for successful new product definition, development, and introduction. Guide core team members, oversee extended resources, and manage outsourced resources to support project deliverables and documentation.
• Communication: Maintain effective communication with team members, sponsors, management, and functional managers through monthly status updates, milestone review meetings, weekly NPD meetings, and supplier conference calls.
• Resource Management: Forecast, plan, and control internal and external resources, including financial costs, personnel, assets, and consultants, to achieve project objectives. Manage baseline project metrics such as schedule, budget, product performance, and cost.
• Innovation and Continuous Improvement: Encourage innovative approaches to problem-solving and product development. Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project processes and outcomes.
• Development Tools: Apply new product development tools such as DFM/A, FMEA, scheduling, brainstorming, design of experiments, and other statistical evaluation methods. Stay informed on industry trends and document project methods for process improvements.
• Quality Assurance: Adhere to quality system procedures and assist in procedure development as needed. Ensure product quality and address non-conformances, maintaining accurate records.
• Ethical Conduct: Conduct all activities in a fair, moral, ethical, and legal manner.
• Additional Duties: Perform other duties as assigned.

Operating Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities                                                       

• Proven skills in project and team management, including directing, leading, and mentoring others.
• Familiarity with new product development processes, milestones, and tools.

Education and Experience                                                          

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, or equivalent.
• 4-5 years of experience in product development and project leadership.
• Comprehensive understanding of new product development, including engineering, marketing, finance, manufacturing, and quality function deployment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in project management and software.
• Preferred experience in Consumer Durable Goods product development,