Program Manager, New Product Introductions

Teknionabout 20 hours ago

Toronto, Ontario

Senior Level

full_time

At Teknion, our New Product Development team is always innovating, and as a Program Manager, you'll be integral to bringing this innovation to life. This role is key to guiding cross functional teams from the initial concept and design through to the successful launch of exciting new products. We're looking for someone who thrives on challenges and enjoys orchestrating complex projects to deliver tangible results.

This role isn't just about managing tasks; it's about inspiring teams and fostering collaboration to achieve extraordinary goals

Key Qualities and Qualifications

• A core strength of excellent project management skills, capable of managing multiple projects
• Successful track record in the field of Product Development
• Talented verbal and written communicator; skilled in leading group discussions
• Flexible, open minded and a great listener
• Natural collaborator that fosters an open work environment amongst project team members
• Balances big picture vision with the ability to dive deep into specific challenges
• Leads without authority, builds trusting relationships and fosters people oriented connections
• Demonstrates leadership and perseverance

What makes this a great opportunity?

• Working on diverse projects
• Working with partners who are experts in their fields
• High visibility to Senior Leadership Team
• Working in a company that balances constant innovation with structured processes that enable a successful global operation
• Work within a tight knit, supportive group of highly skilled and open minded Program Managers

What are the primary responsibilities of this ro le?

Overall Mission

• Project Management of the design and implementation of new standard product launches

Project Management

• Develop, optimize, and evolve the comprehensive Project Plan
• Build consensus, and gain approval of the project plan with relevant team members and management
• Drive project actions to completion
• Facilitate cross functional problem solving
• Identify gaps in project task responsibilities, work with management to resolve
• Guide Product Development team on non-standard or ambiguous projects utilizing Project Management frameworks

Communication

• Communicate with clarity to ensure requirements, deliverables and timelines are understood
• Facilitate productive project team meetings and communications
• Continually monitor effectiveness of communication plans, adapt as necessary
• Report on project status, identifying significant decisions or deviations
• Work with the project team to effectively present project status to internal representatives, including senior management

Risk Management

• Proactively manage risks throughout the entire project cycle, including analyses of problems and solutions

Learning

• Refine our Product Launch Process by facilitating impactful "lessons learned" sessions
• Cultivate a culture of shared knowledge and collaboration within Product Development
• Champion adoption of enhanced project management tools and best practices

Preferred Education & Experience:

• 8+ years of Program / Project Management experience in a relevant industry
• Bachelor's Degree in a field related to product development preferred
• Project Management certification is an asset
• Experience with the Design and Development processes of a manufacturing organization
• Experience within the furniture industry is valuable
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials associated with commercial products
• Ability to travel internationally (infrequent)

Teknion is committed to supporting a culture of diversity and accessibility across the organization, starting with the hiring process. It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment and support a diverse workforce.

Teknion welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. All information received in relation to accommoda

Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing

Teknion is committed to creating beautiful and inspiring interiors. Our focus is always on our people, our partners, and our environment.

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Teknion's corporate headquarters are based in Toronto, Ontario; U.S. headquarters are in Mount Laurel, New Jersey; and our European head office is in London. Teknion has sales offices, showrooms, manufacturing and warehousing facilities in Canada, the U.S., the U.K., India, Russia and Malaysia, and continues to expand into Europe, the Middle East, Central and South America, the Caribbean and the Pacific Rim.