Who You AreThe primary role of the New Product Introduction (NPI) program manager is to manage the program responsible for delivering agreed upon products through the various business units and through to release. This is primarily regarding the tasks involved through Phase 2-5 in the DIRTT product roadmap framework. The NPI program manager will work closely with the identified task owners to come to timeline expectations and overall cadence of gate reviews.
Day-to-day will be project management of these initiatives as they move through the program. In addition, the NPI manager is responsible for improving the program where opportunities arise. The NPI program manager will integrate and communicate between DIRTT's business units. The management of this program will allow for quick risk evaluation and the identification of roadblocks to delivery commitments. This is a critical role for DIRTT to execute on socialized commitments and move workflows through to completion.
What You'll Do- Develop, implement, and continuously improve NPI through the Monday.com software.
- Support and coordinate with NPI representatives from business units, including but not limited to Operations, Commercial and ICE, to ensure complete business alignment.
- Educate, set expectations, and solicit feedback fromall teams involved in the NPI.
- Coordinate with executive stakeholders on NPI and MOC initiative prioritization.
- Increase visibility and communication between departments through improved integration and processes.
- Identify and improve roadblocks and gaps in the entire process, from group resourcing to improved collaboration.
- Provide regular updates to leaders on progress.
- Manage and continuously update documentation regarding the NPI process and template tools to be used.
- Mentor, educate, and support the role of NPI throughout the business.
- Develop and lead implementation of new design processes internal to PD that align with NPI and MOC
What You'll BringRequired Qualifications- 4+ years technical design experience.
- 5+ years project management experience.
- 4+ years experience in a manufacturing environment with a background in change management and ISO processes.
- Strong oral and written communication.
- Exceptional Microsoft Suite skills.
- Monday com expert.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to isolate issues as well as understanding the wholistic nature of issues and how it relates to all DIRTT systems.
- Understanding of software development and experience in Agile development teams is a plus.
- Desire to work in an entrepreneurial environment where everybody has a voice and is expected to speak up along with the ability to provide direction and mentorship to other team members.
What's In It for You- Competitive base salary plus a variable pay (bonus) program
- Eligibility to participate in DIRTT's Employee Share Purchase Plan
- For in-office roles: continental breakfast, coffee, tea, soda, daily hot cafeteria lunch, and snacks
- Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Disability and insurance benefits, including short- and long-term disability, life insurance, dependent coverage, and voluntary options (may vary by location)
- Mental health and wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- A thorough and supportive onboarding program designed to set you up for success
