Sr. Manager, Emerging Technology

Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (NEEA); Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 155,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (NEEA) in Portland, OR, seeks a Sr. Manager, Emerging Technology to define and lead the strategy, performance, and continuous improvement of NEEA’s product management function.

The role aligns with program objectives and organizational priorities while advancing long‑term market transformation outcomes. The position directs a team, manages budget and resources, and collaborates with internal and external partners to drive coordinated advancement of product

Qualifications

• Leadership and strategic direction for emerging technology and product management.
• Establish operating frameworks and standards across the product lifecycle.
• Lead a team of product management professionals with coaching and performance management.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the strategy, priorities, and performance of the Emerging Technology and Product Management function.
• Establish operating framework, processes, and standards for product management from identification through market adoption.
• Set direction for resources and initiatives aligned to product strategy development and portfolio outcomes.
• Lead and develop a team of product management professionals with hiring, performance management, coaching, and capability development.
• Oversee planning, execution, and performance of the Emerging Technology portfolio including budget management.
• Guide cross-functional alignment among product management, program management, and market strategy teams.
• Represent NEEA’s Emerging Technology and Product Management interests in regional and national forums.
• Establish and maintain strategic relationships with external stakeholders.
• Monitor market and technology trends and adjust strategy accordingly.
• Ensure clear communication of strategy and outcomes to leadership, stakeholders, and funders.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Product management

Budget management

Cross-functional collaboration

People management

Communication

Job description

The Sr. Manager, Emerging Technology is responsible for defining and leading the strategy, performance, and continuous improvement of NEEA’s product management function to advance long‑term market transformation outcomes in the Northwest. This role establishes the vision, goals, and operating framework for how emerging technologies are identified, developed, and progressed through the product lifecycle, ensuring alignment with product group strategies, program objectives, and organizational priorities.

The Sr. Manager leads and develops a team of product management professionals, oversees resource allocation and budget execution, and plays a central role in fostering collaboration across internal teams and external partners to enable effective, coordinated advancement of product pathways.

Success in this role requires strong leadership and organizational judgment, the ability to set direction and align resources across complex priorities, and the ability to translate strategic goals into sustained performance through teams operating in dynamic and evolving market environments

This position is based in the Portland, OR metro area, with a hybrid work location. We are looking for candidates who can meet the requirement of working at least 3 days per week onsite at NEEA’s office location. Finalists must have eligibility to work in the US as NEEA is not able to provide VISA sponsorship or have remote work outside of the US.

Salary range: $155,000 - $170,000, exempt

• Salary is based on the applicants Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities.

The Typical Day May Include…

• Define and lead the strategy, priorities, and performance of the Emerging Technology and Product Management function to support NEEA’s long‑term market transformation objectives.
• Establish and maintain the operating framework, processes, and standards for product management from technology identification through market adoption, ensuring consistent, high‑quality execution across product areas.
• Set direction for how resources, capabilities, and initiatives are aligned to support product strategy development, validation, and portfolio outcomes.
• Lead and develop a team of product management professionals, including hiring, performance management, coaching, and capability development to ensure sustained organizational effectiveness.
• Oversee and direct the planning, execution, and performance of the Emerging Technology portfolio, including budget management, resource allocation, and delivery of business outcomes.
• Guide cross‑functional alignment among product management, program management, and market strategy teams to ensure integrated planning, coordinated execution, and effective use of organizational resources.
• Represent NEEA’s Emerging Technology and Product Management interests in regional and national forums to influence collaboration, partnerships, and approaches to advancing the energy efficiency pipeline.
• Establish and maintain strategic relationships with external stakeholders, including funders, industry organizations, and partners, to support alignment, information exchange, and long‑term impact.
• Monitor and assess emerging market, technology, and organizational trends and adjust functional strategy to address evolving opportunities and risks.
• Ensure clear communication of strategy, priorities, performance, and outcomes to senior leadership, stakeholders, and funders
• Perform other duties which may be necessary or desirable to support the organization’s success.

Supervisory Responsibilities

As a first-line supervisor, responsibilities include hiring and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.