Director Program Management

Copeland LP; Town of Sidney (NY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance plans

Dental and vision coverage

401(k)

Flexible time-off plans

Job summary

Copeland LP is seeking a Director of Program Management to lead the execution of new product launches and major programs in the Cold Chain – Compression line of business. The role requires strong leadership and collaboration across various functional teams to ensure program success.

Applicants should have a proven track record in a B2B environment with 7–10 years of relevant experience. This position offers hybrid work arrangements requiring office presence three days a week and includes comprehensive benefits like medical insurance and 401(k).

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of relevant experience in a related field.
• Ability to influence teams in a globally matrixed organization.
• Direct leadership experience with talent development plans.

Responsibilities

• Establish program priorities through collaboration.
• Own the phase-gate process for product launches.
• Lead a team of Program Managers and Engineering Change Coordinators.

Skills

B2B environment experience

New product development

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Strong executive communication skills

Financial/business acumen

Education

MBA or Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Description

The Director of Program Management will lead the end‑to‑end execution of new product launches and major product programs across our $0.7B Cold Chain – Compression line of business, ensuring all programs meet market requirements, schedule, and financial targets.

Responsibilities

• Establish program priorities through collaboration with sales, marketing, product management, engineering, and operations.
• Own the phase‑gate process and instill a culture of disciplined execution and process improvement across all functional groups in the business.
• Foster collaboration across a globally matrixed organization to drive speed, resource efficiency, product strategy alignment, and cost optimization.
• Lead, coach, and support a team of Program Managers and Engineering Change Coordinators.
• Establish and implement talent development plans for direct reports to enable team players to reach their full potential.

Qualifications

• A proven track record of demonstrated results in a B2B environment, including experience in new product development, project management, cross‑functional leadership, engineering, and product marketing.
• Experience leading and influencing teams in a globally matrixed organizational structure.
• Direct staff leadership experience, including establishing development plans, managing and tracking objectives and deliverables, and coaching for performance.
• Strong executive communication/presentation skills and ability to influence a wide range of internal/external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to merge understanding of technical concepts with financial/business acumen.
• Ability to balance multiple stakeholders, resolve conflict, and make sound decisions.
• MBA or Bachelor’s Degree with equivalent business experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• 7–10 years of relevant experience.
• Marketing or technical undergraduate degree.
• HVAC/R industry experience.
• Technical work experience (a plus).

Hybrid Work Arrangements

This role is hybrid eligible with the requirement to be in office at least three days per week.

Benefits

• Medical insurance plans.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• 401(k) and more.
• Flexible time‑off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation, and holiday leave.

Work Authorization

Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: [e-mail]