Strategic Product Program Lead

BISSELL, Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

BISSELL, Inc. is seeking a Program Manager to own strategic product-category projects, align with category teams, and lead cross-functional teams through development and market launches.

The role emphasizes Rapid Learning Cycles to surface key decisions and knowledge gaps early and drive evidence-based actions. The candidate will influence global teams, ensure adherence to BISSELL processes, and apply AI tools to improve planning, reporting, and knowledge capture while delivering on schedule,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, CS, Business, or Marketing or related field.
• 7+ years of extensive project management experience.
• Experience leading cross-functional product development teams.
• Ability to lead amid uncertainty and drive evidence-based decisions.
• Willingness to travel internationally and across time zones.

Responsibilities

• Owns and leads multiple cross-functional product programs.
• Drives scoping, requirements, and launch timing for new projects.
• Facilitates gate and executive reviews with senior leadership.
• Uses Rapid Learning Cycles to identify decisions and knowledge gaps.
• Advocates for solutions that optimize schedule, cost, and product performance.

Skills

Owner mindset

Leading through uncertainty

AI judgment

Leadership under pressure

Cross-functional collaboration

Global teamwork

Decision making with evidence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/CS/Business/Marketing

MS in Engineering/Manufacturing/Supply Chain

MBA

PMP certification

Job description

BISSELL, Inc. is seeking a Program Manager to own strategic product-category projects, align with category teams, and lead cross-functional teams through development and market launches.

The role emphasizes Rapid Learning Cycles to surface key decisions and knowledge gaps early and drive evidence-based actions. The candidate will influence global teams, ensure adherence to BISSELL processes, and apply AI tools to improve planning, reporting, and knowledge capture while delivering on schedule,