Head of Programmes
SharkNinja
SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja, the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 4,100 associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.
A SharkNinja Manager of Program Management or Senior Program Manager thinks, acts and leads his/her programs like a global leader for every project or program they manage and owns the overall success of the program with a steady focus on Scope, Cost, and Schedule. Program Managers work cross-functionally, providing exposure and visibility on a global scale acting in a general manager capacity. Program Managers lead via influence and are responsible for establishing and driving timelines to develop, manufacture, and get Ninja products to market ensuring a 5-star quality experience and high rate of sales. Our Program Managers are seen as the glue that holds the team together by owning communication streams across all groups in order to ensure that risks are mitigated and deliverables are completed on time. They operate with urgency, ensuring that scope creep, cost risks, and schedule slips are escalated to senior management in parallel to driving resolutions. This role is primarily an individual contributor, leading the organization through our unique SharkNinja product development process, with some potential to manage additional programs through 1-2 direct reports.
Own, drives and actively facilitates the interaction of cross-functional stakeholders (product, engineering - all disciplines, quality, supply chain, factory operations, consumer insights, and marketing) for successful new product launches including managing risks, schedule, quality and cost
Accountable to deliver all elements of the program including product performance KPI’s, cost, and timeline, from product ideation to mass production and commercialization.
Identify program risks, develop mitigation/contingency plans and track progress and pivot, when necessary, to keep programs on track.
Utilize metrics, KPIs, and data to help drive decision making across the cross-functional teams.
Channel global information to local teams, act as conduit to support the business.
Bachelor's Degree in engineering or business
Experience desired in some combination of engineering/marketing, new product development or program management (Consumer Goods Industry Preferred)
Proven track record of managing several high-visibility, technical, cross functional projects simultaneously (Consumer Goods Industry preferred).
5 to 7 years direct Product Development or Program management experience
Advanced experienced with MS Project (or similar), Excel, Jira and Visio.
Presentation skills - Must be proficient with PowerPoint and be comfortable developing and presenting to large groups including executive management either in person or over MS Teams.
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, back-up child and eldercare days, product discounts, referral bonus program, and more.
We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what’s possible. When you join, you’re not just part of a company—you’re part of an outrageously extraordinary community. At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.
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 View email address on click.appcast.io.
A SharkNinja Manager of Program Management or Senior Program Manager thinks, acts and leads his/her programs like a global leader for every project or program they manage and owns the overall success of the program with a steady focus on Scope, Cost, and Schedule. Program Managers work cross-functionally, providing exposure and visibility on a global scale acting in a general manager capacity. Program Managers lead via influence and are responsible for establishing and driving timelines to develop, manufacture, and get Ninja products to market ensuring a 5-star quality experience and high rate of sales. Our Program Managers are seen as the glue that holds the team together by owning communication streams across all groups in order to ensure that risks are mitigated and deliverables are completed on time. They operate with urgency, ensuring that scope creep, cost risks, and schedule slips are escalated to senior management in parallel to driving resolutions. This role is primarily an individual contributor, leading the organization through our unique SharkNinja product development process, with some potential to manage additional programs through 1-2 direct reports.
Own, drives and actively facilitates the interaction of cross-functional stakeholders (product, engineering - all disciplines, quality, supply chain, factory operations, consumer insights, and marketing) for successful new product launches including managing risks, schedule, quality and cost
Accountable to deliver all elements of the program including product performance KPI’s, cost, and timeline, from product ideation to mass production and commercialization.
Identify program risks, develop mitigation/contingency plans and track progress and pivot, when necessary, to keep programs on track.
Utilize metrics, KPIs, and data to help drive decision making across the cross-functional teams.
Channel global information to local teams, act as conduit to support the business.
Bachelor's Degree in engineering or business
Experience desired in some combination of engineering/marketing, new product development or program management (Consumer Goods Industry Preferred)
Proven track record of managing several high-visibility, technical, cross functional projects simultaneously (Consumer Goods Industry preferred).
5 to 7 years direct Product Development or Program management experience
Advanced experienced with MS Project (or similar), Excel, Jira and Visio.
Presentation skills - Must be proficient with PowerPoint and be comfortable developing and presenting to large groups including executive management either in person or over MS Teams.
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, back-up child and eldercare days, product discounts, referral bonus program, and more.
We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what’s possible. When you join, you’re not just part of a company—you’re part of an outrageously extraordinary community. At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.
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 View email address on click.appcast.io.
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