About Us
We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression controls software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.
Whether you are a professional looking for a career change an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity or recent graduate with an advanced degree we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!
The Residential Light Commercial HVAC line of business at Copeland is looking for a Program Manager / Sr. Program Manager to lead high-visibility strategic growth programs within the variable speed technology segment.
Reporting to the Vice President Global Programs & Business Development this position will have direct program leadership responsibility for the new product development and commercialization of a key new variable speed scroll platform as well as lead various aspects of a joint venture effort to bring swing rotary technology to the Copeland residential portfolio.
This is a highly visible role through all levels of Copeland leadership. Successful candidates will bring transferable skills and experiences leading large technical teams through disciplined stage-gate development as well as strong communications skills at various levels including senior business leaders.
As the Program Manager / Sr. Program Manager you will:
Lead execution of new product development (NPD) programs
Oversee stage-gate process including managing program requirements schedule and cost
Improve processes for faster NPD and technology maturity
Oversee NPD and portfolio reviews
Define and track key performance metrics to measure product success and identify areas for improvement
Manage platform complexity quality cost reduction and other sustaining activities
Oversee and manage product lifecycle - from ideation market introduction growth to eventual phaseouts (ramp-up and ramp-down)
Lead competitive analysis process with strong cross functional alignment
Be the voice of program management for enhanced business analytic tools
Support product management and work closely with engineering marketing sales procurement manufacturing and other teams to ensure successful product-related activities
Support executive presentations and communicating to all levels of leadership as appropriate
Competencies:
Leadership and Team Management:Strong leadership skills experience managing and mentoring project teams
Critical Thinking:Ability to think critically navigate in complex ambiguous situations to drive business results
Communication and Collaboration:Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills:Ability to analyze data identify problems and develop solutions
Program Management Expertise:Deep understanding of program management methodologies tools and best practices
Technical Aptitude:Understanding the technical aspects of products and product development
Required education experiences & skills:
Bachelors degree plus 5 years relevant experience
Experience in program management product management engineering product development and/or related field
Strong interpersonal skills along with excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to comfortably engage with executive leadership
High program product and business aptitude
Travel: 10%
Preferred education experiences & skills
Bachelors degree in Engineering Business Marketing or equivalent
Masters degree in Business Administration (MBA)
HVAC industry experience
Previous experience leading a Program Management team
Our Commitment to Our People
Across the globe we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. Thats why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable futurefor our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations HVACR technology and cold chain solutions we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes from residential to commercial to industrial.
Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion openness and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership so they can thrive personally and professionally.
Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans dental and vision coverage 401(k) and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans including paid parental leave vacation and holiday leave.
Together we have the opportunity and the power to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning heating and refrigeration and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team!
Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging
At Copeland we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds and with diverse perspectives are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce. Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.
Work Authorization
Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E F-1 with OPT or CPT H-1 H-2 L-1 B J or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex race color religion national origin age marital status political affiliation sexual orientation gender identity genetic information disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
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