New Product Development Program Manager

Onsemi Technology - Nampa, ID

Full-time - Mid Level

Nampa, ID

About the position

The New Product Development Program Manager plays a crucial role in overseeing the product development process across multiple programs simultaneously. This position requires strong cross-functional leadership skills, as the program manager serves as the central logistical contact for various globally dispersed functional groups involved in product development. The program manager is responsible for driving accountability and results throughout the entire product development lifecycle, which includes stages such as feasibility assessment, planning, design, product validation, qualification, sampling, and ramp-up to production. In this role, the program manager will develop and maintain detailed program schedules, ensuring that all aspects of the product development process are on track. They will identify and address any gaps in the process and proactively assess and mitigate risks that may arise during execution. Regular and special cross-functional team meetings will be driven by the program manager to ensure effective communication and collaboration among team members. Additionally, the program manager will work closely with suppliers to understand lead times and ensure timely delivery of components and materials necessary for product development. The program manager will also be responsible for tracking project expenditures and budgets, presenting product plans and status updates to executive management, and contributing to the continuous improvement of the product development process. This position may require occasional travel to meet with suppliers or attend relevant meetings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the product development process for multiple programs simultaneously.
• Serve as the central logistical contact for cross-functional teams involved in product development.
• Develop and maintain detailed program schedules to ensure timely execution of product development stages.
• Identify and address gaps in the product development process.
• Proactively assess and mitigate risks throughout the execution of programs.
• Drive regular and special cross-functional team meetings as needed.
• Work with suppliers to understand lead times and ensure timely delivery of components.
• Track project expenditures and budgets to maintain financial oversight.
• Present product plans and status updates to executive management.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the product development process.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Experience in product development and project management.
• Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain detailed schedules and track project progress.
• Experience in risk assessment and mitigation strategies.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in test automation.
• Familiarity with product validation and qualification processes.
• Knowledge of budgeting and financial tracking in project management.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• 401k retirement savings plan.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.