Project Manager, New Product Development

For more than 50 years Cannondale has been a leading innovator in the cycling world. As more riders of all ages and abilities get on the roads trails and streets than ever before were here to do the best work of our lives to push the greatest human-powered machine into the future each and every day. Were committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where every teammate can succeed as we inspire riders everywhere. Fueled by a free-thinking always-game got-your-back mentality we ditched the rulebook and set forward on a path to make iconic bikes that simply work better. We look forward to the ride with you.

Come ride with us at Cannondales U.S. headquarters in Wilton Connecticut as a Project Manager New Product Development (NPD) on the EPMO team. Reporting to the PMO Manager youll lead new products from concept through launch bringing structure to complex work and keeping teams aligned from development through gotomarket execution. Working closely with Product Engineering Marketing Supply Chain and global partners youll help ensure launches happen on time and with confidence.

How Youll Make an Impact:

• Lead multiple NPD projects from concept through launch managing scope timelines deliverables dependencies and risks across the full product lifecycle
• Build and maintain integrated project plans covering design engineering specifications testing sourcing manufacturing readiness commercialization and launch execution
• Ensure projects follow governance models gated development processes and project management standards across NPD and marketing workstreams
• Partner with Supply Chain Manufacturing Quality and the Taiwan office to support development testing production readiness and launch deliverables
• Manage cross functional product launch and marketing campaign projects keeping product readiness and campaign execution aligned
• Coordinate timelines and deliverables across Marketing Creative Digital Sales external agencies and other partners
• Track campaign milestones such as messaging asset creation channel readiness and launch events to ensure on time delivery
• Drive clear communication through status meetings project updates and early issue escalationIdentify document and resolve risks and issues escalating when needed and fostering collaboration to support decision making
• Support portfolio planning roadmap and resource forecasting project data KPIs dashboards PMO tools and templates policy compliance and continuous improvement initiatives

What You Bring to the Table:

• 3 to 6 years of experience leading complex cross functional projects
• PMP or Six Sigma certification
• Direct experience supporting NPD and or marketing launches; preferably working on projects that deliver physical consumer facing products such as CPG durable goods construction or similar tangible goods
• Clear and decisive communication to align technical and creative teams and keep work moving forward
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast moving environment
• Strong organizational skills with a practical solutions focused approach
• Hands on experience with project management tools such as MS Project Asana or Smartsheet

What we offer:

• Comprehensive Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision plans and Voluntary Benefits
• Hybrid work environment
• Generous Paid Time Off Programs
• Life & Disability Insurance
• FSA/HSA/Dependent Care FSA
• 401k and company match
• Great Discounts on Company Products
• Employee Wellness Programs and EAP benefits
• Parental Leave
• A Casual Yet Professional Culture

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About the organization

As a proud member of the Pon Holdings family Cannondale benefits from the strong foundation and extensive network of one of the Netherlands largest family-owned businesses as well as the largest bike portfolio in the world: including brands like Gazelle Santa Cruz Cervélo Kalkhoff Focus Urban Arrow Veloretti and Swapfiets. Being a part of Cannondale means being part of a dynamic and forward-thinking organization backed by the strength and stability of Pon Holdings.

Dont meet every single requirement Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Cannondale we value a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description regardless of your gender or race we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Our DEI Mission Statement: At Cannondale we are on a mission to inspire cycling for all. Whoever you were are or will be you can find yourself here. Our diverse line-up of bikes reflects diverse voices diverse communities and diverse aspirations. We know the only way to foster that diversity is to foster inclusion in our perspectives. We are committed to not only seeking unique voices but also cultivating embracing and channeling those of every member of the Cannondale community. We understand that doing so makes both our company and our products better. Its why we want you to Come Ride With Us because bikes belong to us all.

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