R&D Project Manager

Hollman is about innovation. Hollman is the world's largest manufacturer of wood and laminate lockers. We pride ourselves on staying on the cutting edge of our industry, continually offering new designs and finish options and manufacturing them using the most modern computer-controlled equipment. Position Summary The Project Manager, R&D drives Hollman’s new product development from concept through launch. Sitting within the product development team, this role runs the project pipeline and stage-gate process while owning product definition and roadmap in equal measure. You will work with Industrial Designers and Design Engineers on each project, set the plan and priorities, and serve as the hub coordinating Sales & Marketing, Product, and Operations so that new products are well-defined, on schedule, manufacturable, and ready to sell. This is the connective role between what the market needs and what the R&D team designs and builds Key Responsibilities R&D Project Leadership Plan and drive product development projects end to end — scope, schedule, budget, deliverables, and risk — from concept through design, validation, and launch readiness. Manage the project pipeline and stage-gate (phase-gate) process, including gate reviews, deliverables, and go/no-go decisions. Manage timeline with Industrial Designers and Design Engineers assigned to each project (matrix): set priorities and milestones, remove blockers, balance workload across projects, and hold the team to timelines and quality. Track progress and proactively identify and mitigate risks, dependencies, and resource conflicts; keep the stakeholders informed with clear status reporting. Maintain project documentation, design-record traceability, and revision control throughout the development lifecycle. Support pricing structure and margin objectives by aligning product configurations with cost and market positioning. Cross-Functional Coordination Act as the central coordination point across Sales & Marketing, Product, and Operations throughout the development cycle. Gather market, customer, and competitive input from Sales & Marketing; align launch plans, positioning, and go-to-market readiness. Work with Procurement and suppliers on materials, hardware, and long-lead components required for development and launch. Team & Process Leadership Establish and continuously improve R&D project management processes, tools, templates, and reporting to increase throughput and predictability. Foster a culture of accountability, cross-functional collaboration, and disciplined execution. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree. 2+ years of project and/or product management experience, including new product development in a manufacturing, industrial design, engineered products, or consumer/commercial furnishings environment. Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional development projects and coordinating engineering/design teams (matrix leadership). Working knowledge of new product development and stage-gate/phase-gate processes. Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with competing priorities, deadlines, and budgets. Strong product sense — able to translate market and customer needs into clear requirements and roadmaps. Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills across design/engineering, Sales & Marketing, Product. Authorized to work in the U.S. and able to work onsite full-time in Irving, TX. Preferred Skills Experience in Furniture, custom wood products, casework, cabinetry, millwork, or made-to-order manufacturing. Direct experience managing industrial design and engineering teams through concept-to-launch product development. Familiarity with ERP systems, DFM, and pricing/margin analysis. Equal Employment Opportunity Hollman, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Hollman offers a team-focused work environment with a competitive salary, plus benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401(k) plan with matching contributions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hollman, Inc.