Program Manager New Product Development

Cella by Randstad Digital; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 99,187,000 - 122,606,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Prescription coverage

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

AD&D

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401K plan

Job summary

Cella by Randstad Digital is seeking a Program Manager to guide global cross-functional teams through the stage-gate process, from concept to commercial launch. You will lead NPD projects, plan schedules with MS Project, and partner with Brand Marketing and R&D to define scope and deliver on PMO KPIs.

The role requires 3-5 years of experience in NPD, a Bachelor's degree, and proficiency with Project Online/SharePoint.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3-5 years in new product development and project leadership.
• Experience with MS Project, Project Online and SharePoint.
• PMP certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently lead New Product Development (NPD) projects from concept to launch.
• Lead project planning sessions and manage schedules with emphasis on critical paths.
• Collaborate with Brand Marketing and R&D to define scope and design.
• Deliver on PMO KPIs: timing, cost, quality, budget.
• Facilitate weekly cross-functional meetings and drive accountability.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

Project Online

SharePoint

Job description

Location: Hybrid - Huntersville, NC or Atlanta, GAPosition Type: Full-Time, W2 Contract (Opportunity for permanent conversion)Compensation Range: $35.00 - $42.80 / hour (maximum)Cella is seeking a Program Manager to join a high-impact Program Management Office (PMO) supporting industry-leading product lines. In this role, you will guide global, cross-functional teams through the stage-gate process to commercialize and launch high-visibility product solutions.Responsibilities:Independently lead New Product Development (NPD) projects of varying complexity from concept to commercial launch.Lead project planning sessions to build standardized timelines (networks) and manage schedules in MS Project with a focus on critical paths.Partner closely with Brand Marketing and R&D teams to define project design and scope.Deliver on core PMO KPIs, including project timing, cost, quality, and budget.Facilitate formal weekly cross-functional meetings, ensuring clear communication and driving accountability across team members and leadership.Identify, monitor, and create proactive risk mitigation strategies, presenting progress reports to leadership.Conduct post-launch audit evaluations to recommend continuous improvement practices for future project execution.Maintain thorough documentation in accordance with stage-gate development standards.Qualifications:Education: Bachelor's degree required.Experience: 3-5 years of relevant work experience in new product development and project leadership roles.Technical Skills: Proficiency with project management tools including Microsoft Project, Project Online, and SharePoint; familiarity with basic manufacturing processes and production planning.Methodologies: Strong expertise in structured project management methodologies (e.g., critical path analysis); stage-gate development process experience preferred.Certifications: PMP certification is preferred.Soft Skills: Logical and creative problem-solving abilities, excellent cross-functional collaboration, and highly effective organizational skills.JOBID: 102026-162122#LI-CELLA#LI-AU3Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Cella, a randstad digital company, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail] offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Cella by randstad digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days.ABOUT CELLAWe are passionate about connecting you with the right role at the right organization—and providing you great benefits for the great work you do. With an attractive compensation package including competitive salary, 401(k) plan, weekly paychecks, holiday pay and a health benefits program, we have you covered.Cella is an award-winning leader in consulting, staffing and managed solutions for creative, marketing, digital and proposal development teams. We help people build meaningful careers and partner with companies to help them win. Our staffing solutions include freelance, contract, temporary, temp-to-hire and direct hire positions. Cella has earned the 2022 Best of Staffing Client and Talent 10-Year Diamond Awards—an honor earned by only 1% of staffing firms in the U.S. Cella is an equal opportunity employer.