Project Manager - New Product Development

Project Manager – New Product DevelopmentThe Project Manager – New Product Development is responsible for leading cross-functional product development projects. This role owns end-to-end execution across multiple related projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, timelines, and financial targets. The role acts as a central interface across departments such as product management, engineering, marketing, and operations.Essential duties and responsibilities:Plan, manage, and coordinate product development projects end-to-endLead product development projects (e.g., faucets, showers) using:KPIsMilestonesRisk trackingCoordinate closely with cross-functional departmentsClarify and evaluate project scope; obtain approval for executionDefine project organization and assemble the project teamCreate, maintain, and optimize project timelinesDerive and assign work packages from the project planControl and track costs (overall budget and manufacturing costs)Lead stage gate reviews & auditsManage resource planning (people, machines, tools, equipment)Maintain project documentation throughout the development processEnsure product approvals and releasesEnsure master data readiness (Master Data Monitor, Readiness Tracker)Provide regular project status updates to stakeholders and leadership, proactively escalating risks, tradeoffs, and decisions needed to maintain timing and budget.Successful project execution in terms of:Timing: Product launch and market introduction (incl. POS display & print media)Budget: Investment, overhead costs, margin, manufacturing costsPerformance: KPIs, milestones, and risk managementLanguage skills:Fluent in English. German language skills beneficial.Ability to respond to all levels of leadership, external vendors, customers, common inquiries and requests.Develop and maintain relationships with functional owners and stakeholders including gaining support of assigned projectsAbility to effectively present information to top leadership & management, vendors, agencies, internal/external partners, public/community groups/members.Knowledge and skills:New Product Development Project Management experience for manufactured finished goods is requiredStrong project management skills in ideating, leading, or working on cross-functional projects with cross-cultural teamsHigh proficiency in Jira or other project management toolsAbility to solve problems and motivate others to find creative solutions to problemsMust be able to multi-task and function in fast-paced working environmentsStrong financial understandingAbility to be detail oriented without losing sight of the big pictureEffective communication skills, always demonstrate the highest level of professionalism and consistently serve as a role model for outstanding customer service at all timesDemonstrated cultural competencyBuilding Industry, specifically Plumbing Industry knowledge and experience preferredPMP certification preferredEducation and work experience:Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering, or other technical field, or equivalent combination of education and work experienceSolid ability to analyze data to manage ROI for positive resultsExperience leading & working with cross functional teams5+ years' experience in New Product Development Project Management with a proven track record of successfully managing projects from concept to mass productionExceptional communication, facilitation and analytical skillsHighly proficient in leveraging Copilot, MS Office Suite specifically PowerPoint and Excel35 % travel required related to area of responsibility incl. international travel