Sr. Program Manager - Motorized

Sharkninjaoperatingllc; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 103,700 - 183,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with matching

Job summary

Sharkninjaoperatingllc is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead cross-functional teams in product development, ensuring successful launches and performance metrics. You will manage risks, timelines, and resources while driving key decision-making processes.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years in program management, ideally in the consumer goods sector, with advanced skills in MS Project, Jira, and Excel. The salary ranges from $103,700 to $183,500, alongside comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of direct Program Management experience in the Consumer Goods industry preferred.
• Proven track record of managing several high-visibility, technical, cross-functional projects simultaneously.
• Program Management Professional (PMP) or Six Sigma certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own and facilitate interaction of stakeholders for successful releases.
• Be accountable for product performance KPIs and timelines.
• Identify program risks and develop mitigation plans.

Skills

Program Management

Cross-functional teamwork

Executive presentation skills

Data-driven decision-making

Jira

MS Project

Six Sigma

Education

Degree in Engineering or related technical discipline

Tools

Excel

Visio

Job description

Responsibilities

• Own, drive and actively facilitate the interaction of cross‑functional stakeholders (mechanical, software, app and system integration engineering, product development, marketing, consumer insights, supply chain and factory operations) for successful releases, managing risks, schedule, cost and quality according to our roadmap.
• Be accountable to deliver all elements of the program including product performance KPIs, cost and timeline, from product ideation to mass production and commercialization.
• Utilize metrics, KPIs and data to help drive decision making across the cross‑functional teams.
• Identify program risks, develop mitigation/contingency plans and track progress, pivoting when necessary to keep programs on track.
• Spot resource and knowledge gaps and take steps necessary to highlight and remedy them.
• Act as General Manager for all things New Product Development related to the assigned Product Line.
• Channel global information to local teams, acting as a conduit to support the business.

Requirements & Attributes

• Degree in Engineering, related technical discipline or significant product development program management experience within the consumer goods industry highly desired.
• Advanced experience with MS Project (or similar), Excel, Jira and Visio.
• 7+ years direct Program Management experience (Consumer Goods Industry preferred).
• Proven track record of managing several high‑visibility, technical, cross‑functional projects simultaneously.
• Fast learner who can quickly synthesize ideas, information and options into a strategy, plan or response and effectively communicate it. Must have executive presentation skills, a collaborative approach, the ability to connect and manage complexity and ambiguity.
• Possess a strong bias to action and accountability.
• Program Management Professional or Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred.
• Six Sigma certification a plus.

Salary and Other Compensation

The annual salary range for this position is as follows:

$103,700 – $183,500 USD

The company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts (HSA) with company contribution, 401(k) retirement plan with matching, employee stock purchase program, life insurance, AD&D, short‑term disability insurance, long‑term disability insurance, generous paid time off, company holidays, parental leave, identity theft protection, pet insurance, pre‑paid legal insurance, backup child and eldercare days, product discounts, referral bonus program and more.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture at [e-mail].