As the Project Manager for New Product Development (NPD) at Sauder Woodworking, you will oversee the launch of new products across various areas including, but not limited to, ready-to-assemble domestic products, innovation projects, and building products. Your responsibilities include project leadership, team mentorship, and managing the entire project lifecycle---from kickoff to post-launch analysis. The lifecycle includes requirements gathering, scheduling, scope and change management, risk identification, cost management, issues management, and compliance assurance.

*KEY RESPONSIBILITIES *

• Leads new product development projects from project initiation until 6 months after product launch and completion of a post-launch audit analysis.
• Develops project timeline and manages milestones and manages changes.
• Schedules and facilitates meetings, discussions, and decisions with team members to set priorities and accomplish the project objectives.
• Facilitates problem-solving for issues related to product development.
• Manages financial objectives for the products within the project scope.
• Maintains scope, schedule, and priority on visual management boards.
• Assures that the proper subject matter experts are involved in the project at the appropriate time.
• Communicates the project requirements, expectations, and status to appropriate parties.
• Enters and maintains project-level information in company information systems.
• Prepares documentation and presents projects at gating meetings.
• Facilitates the scheduling of items for production and product launch while balancing customer and internal expectations.
• Manages risk identification and facilitates the action plans to mitigate the identified risks.
• Serves as the primary point of communication for the project to the merchant and project team from project kick-off through launch.
• Recommends and potentially leads continuous improvement projects.
• Builds trusting relationships with team members.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A combination of related education and experience is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite is required.
• Experience with Project Management software and other departmental applications (SAP, MIRO, AdaptiveWork, Autodesk Vault) is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly communicate priorities and expectations to team members.
• Demonstrated skill to work effectively across teams.

PAY SUMMARY

The actual salary will be based on factors such as relevant experience and skills.

We believe that all people are capable of great things. Because of this, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the requirements that are listed within this job description. Sauder Woodworking Co. is a family company, so we believe in a healthy work-life balance for our employees. We want employees to know their time here is more than just a job--they can build a life-long career at Sauder. We have a culture of continuous improvement and internal advancement. We provide 3 weeks of vacation and a full benefits package beginning at 30 days. Other perks include 401(k), company funded health savings account, free counseling, furniture discounts and tuition reimbursement. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disabled/Veteran