Program Manager

Dover-Corporation; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover Imaging & Identification (DII) is seeking a Program Manager to drive cross‑functional product development for innovative thermal transfer coding products. You will guide projects from specification through prototyping, industrialisation and launch, coordinating with senior technical and commercial teams across global markets.

The role requires strong leadership, PM experience in an industrial equipment context, and ability to manage complex projects in an international setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and New Business Development industry‑related work experience.
• Experience as a Project or Program Manager within an Industrial equipment market sector
• Strong business acumen and communication skills
• Strong leadership, results driven and conflict resolution experience
• Experience working with Project Management tools (MS Project, JIRA, or equivalent).
• Formal project management qualification (PMP, Prince2, or equiv)
• Experience in development and industrialisation of complex electro‑mechanical products with embedded software is desirable
• Experience in an international company (markets and locations) would be desirable.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for delivery of technical solutions to ensure products are available for manufacture and sale in line with business priorities, quality, timeline and cost objectives in accordance with MI global methodologies and standards.
• Lead definition of the business case and validate project specifications with all stakeholders prior to initiating the design phase.
• Deliver projects through all phases of the development process including the specification, design, integration, verification, qualification, field trials & product launch.
• Identify, manage and mitigate project risks.
• Lead resolution of project related issues and escalates as required.
• Provide strong leadership to build and maintain a cohesive project team that works together to optimize schedule, budget and deliver overall project success.
• Contribute to MI global project governance in functional coordination with the Global Manager for Program Management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Formal PM qualification (PMP/Prince2)

Tools

MS Project

JIRA

Job description

Dover Imaging & Identification (DII) is a segment of Dover Corporation that includes the following brands: Markem-Imaje, Blue Bite, Solaris Laser, Systech, MS Printing Solutions and JK Group. We design, manufacture and deliver industrial equipment, consumables, software and services solutions for the marking & coding, consumer engagement, product traceability, authentication, and digital textile printing markets. With more than 40 offices and over 3,000 employees worldwide, DII has a presence in +28 countries and offers numerous job opportunities globally. If you're looking for an international, multidisciplinary and collaborative environment that offers a world of opportunities, come join us at DII.

Role

As Program Manager, you’ll be an integral part of the Markem-Imaje Thermal Transfer Product Division team, accountable for the cross‑functional product development activities from specification through prototyping, industrialisation and launch for innovative new products entering our global markets. You’ll have an opportunity to work with senior internal and external technical and commercial personnel in an international environment to meet the company's technological and project goals whilst delivering highly complex thermal transfer coding products and solutions.

What you’ll do:

• Accountable for delivery of technical solutions to ensure products are available for manufacture and sale in line with business priorities, quality, timeline and cost objectives in accordance with MI global methodologies and standards.
• Lead definition of the business case and validate project specifications with all stakeholders prior to initiating the design phase.
• Deliver projects through all phases of the development process including the specification, design, integration, verification, qualification, field trials & product launch.
• Identify, manage and mitigate project risks.
• Lead resolution of project related issues and escalates as required.
• Provide strong leadership to build and maintain a cohesive project team that works together to optimize schedule, budget and deliver overall project success.
• Contribute to MI global project governance in functional coordination with the Global Manager for Program Management.

What you need to have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and New Business Development industry‑related work experience.
• Experience as a Project or Program Manager within an Industrial equipment market sector
• Strong business acumen and communication skills
• Strong leadership, results driven and conflict resolution experience
• Experience working with Project Management tools (MS Project, JIRA, or equivalent).
• Formal project management qualification (PMP, Prince2, or equiv)
• Experience in development and industrialisation of complex electro‑mechanical products with embedded software is desirable
• Experience in an international company (markets and locations) would be desirable.

Values and Culture

You’ll only be the right candidate if you are aligned to our values and culture: Collaborative entrepreneurial spirit Winning through customers High ethical standards, openness and trust Expectations for results Respect and value people

Location

Nottingham

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

About Dover

We Are Dover Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Clean Energy & Fueling, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Climate & Sustainability Technologies. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach, our team takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible.