Program Manager

Vertiv Group; Tijuana; Presencial; MXN 1,284,000 - 1,652,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading technology company in Tijuana is seeking a Program Manager to manage the development of Global Thermal management products. The role involves leading projects from inception to launch, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, and fostering collaboration across departments. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, 5 years of project management experience, and strong communication skills. This full-time position offers the chance to work on innovative products in a dynamic environment.

Formación

• 5 years experience as a Project / Program Manager leading projects.
• Proficiency in English communication skills (B1 Minimum).
• Experience in Hardware development process.

Responsabilidades

• Lead end-to-end project management for new product development.
• Ensure projects are managed in accordance with Corporate NPDI Process.
• Track and report on project progress and budget utilization.

Conocimientos

Project management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Leadership

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business or related field

Herramientas

MS Project

Smartsheet

Descripción del empleo

POSITION SUMMARY

The Program Manager manages the development of Global Thermal management products in the MX region.

The Program Manager is responsible and accountable for the management of projects aimed at new products development or to the customization of existing products upon specific client requests (Engineered to Order) from inception to product launch coordinating the efforts of all involved departments (engineering product management manufacturing procurement quality order fulfillment logistics service marketing sales and other cross-functional groups) to the successful completion of the project. The Program Manager has no direct reports but will manage people indirectly. The Program Manager is responsible for projects scope schedule and budget. Project manager is also driving the team to achieve the objectives of product costs and Time to Market.

Program Manager must maintain continuous alignment of program scope with Company strategic business and other organizational objectives make recommendations to modify the program to enhance effectiveness highlight any possible situation hindering achievement of program results and elaborate a recovery plan.

The context in which the Program Manager operates is characterized by complex relationships in an international and multicultural environment typical of large organizations.

The Program Manager therefore must be able to navigate complexities foster relationships and maintain communication with stakeholders at multiple levels including those external to the organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead end-to-end project management for new product development ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.


• Ensure the projects are managed in accordance with the Corporate NPDI (New Product Development and Introduction) Process.


• Develop and execute project plans including timelines, milestones and resource allocation while effectively managing risks and dependencies.


• Drive cross-functional collaboration and foster a culture of teamwork to achieve project deliverables and meet aggressive deadlines.


• Work with management of different operating functions to identify and obtain required resources to adequately staff projects.


• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration between various stakeholders including engineering teams, operations, product offering and executive leadership.


• Track and report on project progress, budget utilization and key performance indicators (KPIs) to stakeholders and senior management.


• Identify and proactively mitigate risks and issues that may impact project timelines, scope or quality.


• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, driving innovation and efficiency in the product development process.


• Collaborate closely with the Offering Management team to define product requirements specifications and ensure alignment with customer needs and with the Engineering team to develop and validate solutions which are compliant with the requirements set at a competitive product cost.


• Initiate and complete post-launch product analysis and feedback collection to inform future iterations and enhancements.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Business or related field (advanced degree preferred).


• 5 years experience as a Project / Program Manager leading projects or programs in a structured organization.


• Proficiency in English communication skills both verbal and written. B1 Intermediate level as a minimum.


• Understanding of the product development lifecycle from concept ideation to commercialization.


• Experience in Hardware development process waterfall framework with stages and gates.


• Good Project management skills; PMP certification preferred.


• Proficiency in project management tools and software (e.g. MS Project, Smartsheet).


• Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.


• Excellent leadership and influencing skills with the ability to motivate and guide cross-functional teams towards a common goal.


• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.


• Availability to travel up to 20% of the time mainly within AMER region.


• Experience in the HVAC sector is preferred.

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

Please list all physical and environmental demands that may be performed on a regular basis.

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Full Time