Position Summary: The Project Management Office (PMO) for Munchkin owns the entire New Product Introduction (NPI) process from concept to launch. The PMO Manager will oversee and manage the execution of all projects across Global Markets (NA, EMEA and Asia) and is key to the successful development and launch of products. This individual will not only lead and oversee complex programs but will also be responsible for managing a team of Project Managers within our organization.
What You Will Do:- Manage commercialization of major projects (i.e. new product development, product changes) in collaboration with Marketing, Product Development, Engineering, Compliance, Costing, Brand Design & other departments
- Conduct high-level requirements sessions with cross functional teams to capture specific project objectives, scope, and deliverables
- Develop comprehensive project plans, processes and workflows for efficiency and flawless execution, establishing appropriate ownership for all deliverables
- Contribute to thoughtful and creative discussions with departments and management on resource and scheduling, team prioritization, plans, and challenges
- Lead root cause/mitigation analyses, negotiate, and resolve team & project conflicts
- Proactively identify upcoming risks, inefficiencies, issues, and bottlenecks by working with global cross functional teams
- Lead project meetings and monthly meetings (develop agenda, run/moderate meeting, and capture decision made)
- Provide overall leadership, guidance, and management of all phases of the assigned programs and projects
- Manage, train and coach other Project Managers within the PMO Team
- Oversee Project Manager(s) adherence and compliance with standards/requirements within PMO
- Own and continuously improve end-to-end New Product Introduction (NPI) processes and workflows to drive cross-functional efficiency, streamline execution, and accelerate time to market
- Other duties may be assigned
You Will Bring:- Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Engineering or related discipline
- 10+ years of progressive project and program management experience within a consumer-oriented company, such as branded consumer goods, automotive, consumer electronics, or a related industry
- 10+ years of experience effectively managing multiple programs or projects involving cross-functional and international teams such as Asia and EMEA
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in developing product, processes, and working in manufacturing environments
- Demonstrated understanding of product development lifecycles and the impact of cross-functional processes on product launches
- Experience working with both OEM and ODM business models and manufacturing partners
- Experience applying Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to improve processes, quality, efficiency, and execution
- Proficiency with project management systems and tools, such as Workfront
- Strong ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally
- Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced environment while managing ambiguity, competing priorities, and changing business needs
- Must thrive in a dynamic, evolving, and fast-paced environment
We Got You Covered! As a Great Place to Work Certified™ company, we are committed to offering the best to our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, vision, dental, prescription drug coverage, life insurance, wellness benefits, generous employer-matched 401(k) plan, Paid Childcare Leave, among other benefit plans. Our total rewards are top of market and include competitive salary, bonus, and opportunities to earn equity. We focus on supporting employee development and growth.
We regularly hold social functions to foster a genuine camaraderie that enhances teamwork. At our company-wide award functions, we take time to recognize the talent and dedication of the people who make Munchkin the most loved baby lifestyle brand in the world.
To give our people flexibility, we offer hybrid work environment. Munchkin's Hybrid Schedule is where an employee works in the office on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, and remotely on Tuesday and Friday.
Employees enjoy an annual weeklong global office closure, giving our people an extra chance to recharge.
Salary range: $120,000 - $150,000 DOE
To learn more, visit us at www.munchkin.com.
