Program Manager (New Product Introduction)

Zebra Technologies Corporation; Holtsville (NY); Hybrid; USD 109,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

hybrid work

Adaptable hours

Summer Flex Fridays

Focus Fridays

Annual companywide well-being day

Job summary

Zebra Technologies is seeking an experienced Program Manager to drive early-stage GTM activities, guiding cross-functional teams across Product Management, Engineering, and Operations to build comprehensive project plans, manage budgets, and align senior leadership on milestones.

The role requires a minimum of 5+ years in program management, strong communication skills, and familiarity with PMI PMBOK language. Hybrid work with both in-office and remote days supported.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required (STEM degree preferred).
• Minimum 5+ years of program management experience.
• Strong communication and facilitation and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated comfort in presenting to mid to senior level cross functional audiences.
• Demonstrates knowledge and use of PMI PMBOK language and concepts.
• PMP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supports early stage go to market activities and transition to marketing.
• Monitors programs from initiation through delivery including planning and directing schedules and overseeing budget/spending.
• Gathers input from the project team and develops a Project Plan for projects of moderate to significant scope.
• Uses established tools and templates to guide and document the plan and communicate it to the team.
• Provides regular status updates to senior management as directed.
• Owns ensuring alignment from key leaders of milestone achievement before moving the program forward.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Communication & facilitation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Project

MS Office

Job description

Overview

At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring, we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges. Being part of Zebra Nation means you are seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our unique perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are part of a team pushing boundaries today to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve. You’ll have opportunities to learn and lead in a forward-thinking environment, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes you care about—locally and globally. Come make an impact every day at Zebra.

What We’re Looking For

Are you ready for the next step in your PM career? The ideal candidate has mastered the fundamentals of project management and is looking for their next career step driving early-stage go-to-market (GTM) activities. In this role, you will take on increased autonomy, guiding cross‑functional teams across Product Management, Engineering, and Operations to build comprehensive project plans, manage budgets, and align senior leadership on major milestones. You will assume ownership of program success by balancing scope and schedule and utilizing modern PM tools to mitigate risks. This position will provide the opportunity to transition from smaller scale projects to independently leading multiple mid‑sized initiatives, providing the perfect platform for professional growth. This role requires a minimum of 3-days per week in Zebra's Lincolnshire, IL or Holtsville, NY office (preferred location), 2 days remote (US).

Job Responsibilities

• Supports early stage go to market activities and transition to marketing
• Monitors programs from initiation through delivery including planning and directing schedules and overseeing budget/spending.
• Gathers input from the project team and acts independently to develop a Project Plan for projects of moderate to significant scope which may include novel products or services.
• Uses established tools, approaches / methodologies, and templates to guide and document the plan and communicate it to the team.
• Gathers feedback from the team to revise and complete the Project Plan as needed.
• Nominates and solicits participation of team members from key stakeholder teams including Offer /Product Management, Engineering, Service / support and other functional groups, set timelines and budgets independently.
• Oversees work of the project team (indirectly supervises) involving members from a wide range of disciplines including engineering, marketing, and operations.
• Organizes cross-functional activities, ensuring completion of the program i.e. product on schedule and within budget constraints.
• Owns regular meeting coordination, facilitation and documentation of progress.
• Gathers status updates from the project team and interprets inputs from the team to assemble a consolidated view of status.
• Provides regular status updates to senior management as directed.
• Status reports are expected to be concise summaries, tailored to the audience.
• Owns ensuring alignment from key leaders of milestone achievement before moving the program forward.
• Balances scope, schedule and budget considerations to adjust the project with minimal impact to the business.
• Understands the business objectives of the program and assumes personal accountability for success of the program against those objectives.
• Provides assistance with coordination of deliverables and project assets to assist the project team.
• Anticipates and addresses obstacles or issues that are moderate to significant in severity and escalates complex issues to management for assistance.
• Independently engages Gathers additional resources as needed to address obstacles or delays.
• Adjusts the plan per management guidelines as delays or obstacles are experienced.
• Effectively uses project management tools in scheduling and staffing plans, with an understanding of task durations and dependencies.
• Develops exhaustive risk management plans.
• May lead multiple limited to moderate scope projects simultaneously, or oversee part of a larger program.
• May coach or act as escalation point for level1 or level2 Program Managers.

Job Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree required (STEM degree preferred)
• Minimum5+years of program management experience required
• Strong communication and facilitation and presentation skills
• Demonstrated comfort in presenting to mid to senior level cross functional audiences.
• Demonstrates intermediate knowledge / application of basic Program Management techniques and approaches including familiarity with vocabulary.
• Demonstrates knowledge and use of PMI PMBOK language and concepts.
• Demonstrated ability to see cross-functional impacts of decisions and project plans and execution.
• Demonstrated working knowledge / experience of technical business unit assigned to (Hardware, Software, Services, etc.)
• Experience with program management concepts, approaches, tools and methodologies.
• Solid PC based documentation tools, including MS Office and MS Project
• Strong delegation and follow up skillset
• PMP certification preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer

Zebra is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability and protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact us at [e-mail]. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf Conozca sus Derechos: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp_10_20.pdf We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation at [e-mail].

Pay Range

$108,960.00 - $163,440.00

Annual Incentive Compensation

In addition to base pay, Zebra offers this role the opportunity to earn a performance-based annual cash incentive, at a target equal to 12% of base pay, in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.

Zebra Total Rewards

Zebra Total Rewards includes more than just pay and is structured to meet the needs of our changing global business and evolving talent. We are committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive – including healthcare, wellness, inclusion networks, and continued learning and development offerings. We offer community service days, in addition to the traditional insurances, compensation, parental leave, employee assistance program and paid time off offerings depending on the country where you work. Salary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience. Additionally, all Zebra roles are eligible for cash incentive programs. For example, sales roles have additional opportunity to earn substantial variable compensation tied to quota achievement. In most other roles, the Zebra annual cash incentive program links Company and individual performance together. Some roles may also be eligible for long‑term incentive equity awards.

Benefits

• hybrid work
• adaptable hours
• Summer Flex Fridays
• Focus Fridays
• annual companywide well-being day

AI Technology Statement

Zebra Technologies leverages AI technology to evaluate job applications using objective, job-relevant criteria. This approach enhances efficiency and promotes fairness in the hiring process. However, every decision regarding interviews and hiring is made by our dedicated team, because we believe people make the best decisions about people. For more on how we use technology in hiring and how we process applicant data, see our Zebra Privacy Policy.

Zebra Overview

Zebra provides the foundation for intelligent operations with an award‑winning portfolio of connected frontline, asset visibility and automation solutions. Organizations globally across retail, manufacturing, transportation, logistics, healthcare, and other industries rely on us to deliver outcomes today while driving innovation for what's next. Together with our partners, we create new ways of working that improve productivity and empower organizations to be better every day. Learn more at zebra.com.