Program Manager- New Product Introduction
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Job Location:
Austin, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
22 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Itron is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water. We create a more resourceful world to protect essential resources for today and tomorrow. Join us.
As a Program Manager- New Product Introduction you will lead operational excellence for new product introduction initiatives ensuring successful delivery of hardware programs from concept through production. This role is critical to driving collaboration across manufacturing engineering procurement logistics supply chain product management and R&D. You will operate in a dynamic fast-paced environment at the forefront of innovative grid management solutions.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Program Leadership: Manage NPI programs from initiation through delivery ensuring operational readiness and quality outcomes.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with various teams within the company including Product Business Units Research & Development Product Marketing Global Operations: procurement logistics manufacturing and quality control Finance to implement resiliency measures and foster a culture of preparedness.
- Continuous Improvement: Apply Kaizen Lean and Agile methodologies to optimize processes and enhance efficiency.
- Technical Oversight: Provide guidance leveraging hands-on engineering experience in mechanical electrical or industrial domains.
- Risk Management: Identify program risks and implement proactive mitigation strategies to ensure uninterrupted progress.
- Communication: Deliver timely and relevant updates to stakeholders through reports and meetings fostering transparency and accountability.
- Customer-Centric Focus: Ensure all program activities align with organizational values and customer expectations.
- Supplier Relationship Management: Build strong relationships with key suppliers and partners. Work together with Global Commodity Managers to develop contingency plans dual sourcing strategies and alternative supply routes.
- Data Analysis: Utilize data analytics and technology to monitor and evaluate the performance of the supply chain. Implement data-driven solutions to improve resiliency and responsiveness.
Required Skills & Experience
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Electrical or Industrial Engineering OR equivalent practical engineering experience.
- Proven program management experience in hardware or manufacturing environments.
- Strong technical knowledge of PCBAs semiconductor components and box-build assemblies.
- Experience with Kaizen Scrum Lean and continuous improvement practices.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively across diverse teams.
- Ability to work in a dynamic fast paced and high visibility environment.
Preferred Skills & Experience
- PMP certification or equivalent project management credential.
- Masters degree a plus
Benefits Info:
This position also includes a competitive benefit package including; financial social health and wellbeing programs paid vacation 401k matching employee stock purchase program hybrid work schedule and more! This position is eligible for our annual bonus program.
Locations: Austin TX; Raleigh NC; West Union SC
Travel: 0-10%
Physical Demands:
This is a typical office job with no special physical requirements or unusual work environment.
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Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences dont perfectly align with every requirement we encourage you to apply the end you may be just who we are looking for!
The successful candidates starting wage will be determined based on permissible non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.
Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply please contact a recruiting representative at 1- or email .
Itron is transforming how the world manages energy water and city services. Our trusted intelligent infrastructure solutions help utilities and cities improve efficiency build resilience and deliver safe reliable and affordable service. With edge intelligence we connect people data insights and devices so communities can better manage the essential resources they rely on to live. Join us as we create a more resourceful world:
Required Experience:
Manager
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