Job DescriptionThe Manger, Commercial Launch is responsible for the overall successful commercialization of large-scale New Product Introduction (NPI) projects for Canada. Successful commercialization is defined as flawless execution for on-time, on-target delivery of NPIs to a primed marketplace. This includes but is not limited to: the tactical execution and management of the pre-launch and post-launch commercialization process from initial concept through sustained marketplace viability. Working with and through cross-functional teams; this individual is required to identify, signal, and resolve issues, preemptively mitigate risks, coordinate, validate, execute, audit, and communicate launch status updates. Serving as the passionate and engaged expert, and the voice of the product launches to both internal and external audiences.
What you'll do:- Execute, manage, and elevate New Product Introduction (NPI) projects, including review and refinement of launch scope and timing.
- Execute, manage, and elevate all aspects of project management on a day-to-day basis, across all functions of the commercialization process. Leveraging centralized web-based project management platforms.
- Execute, manage, and elevate day-to-day tracking of milestones and deliverables by signaling obstacles and proactively mitigating risk.
- Execute, manage, and elevate communication of NPI product benefits, line ups, launch timing and details to all audiences.
- Execute, manage, and elevate timely, accurate, actionable reporting to stakeholders, customers and interested executives by collecting, analyzing, validating, and cascading status reports, dashboards, and scorecards.
- Drive, support, communicate, and elevate the transition planning process to continually improve phase out of previous generation, and phase in of NPI.
- Work with and through cross functional teams to strategize solutions and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Work with and through cross functional teams both internal, external, and third-party as needed to meet delivery needs for key initiatives.
- Work collaboratively with leadership to define and implement plans for improvement and to drive results and outcomes.
- Articulate goals to project team on an on-going basis.
- Motivate integrated and cross-functional teams to exceed goals.
- Serve as the primary source of information for all aspects of active projects.
- Continue to strengthen project management within Commercialization with ongoing review and evaluation of project management and Agile practices.
Minimum Qualifications:- Bachelor's Degree in Business or related discipline.
- 5+ years of experience in durable consumer goods Commercialization, Sales, and/or Marketing,
- Proficient in Workfront, Microsoft Office 365, and web-based project management platforms.
- Excellent comprehension of all aspects of business model (product development, project management, transition planning, trade marketing, digital marketing, B2C/B2B). programming/technology, content management, systems integration, etc.)
- Expert knowledge in industry-standard trends and ability to adapt and implement best practices in project management would be a definite asset.
- Must possess a passion about shaping living for the better, continuous improvement, and executing flawlessly.
Qualifications:- Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities, including critical thinking and insight generation
- timely decisions, apply data to spot trends, and apply sound risk management principles.
- Outstanding written and oral communication and decision-making skills. Propagate information promptly, clearly, and unambiguously.
- Keen ability to work with others to achieve a common goal, resolve conflicts and manage cross-functional and external relationships.
- Demonstrated ability to manage and influence without authority.
- Superior analytical and organizational skills, with attention to detail
- Ability to work independently to manage multiple projects at a time, while performing under pressure
Please be advised that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position at this time.Find more on: Electrolux Group North America: https://www.linkedin.com/company/electrolux/life/northamerica/ Electrolux Group Careers: https://career.electroluxgroup.com/global/en
