Senior Program Manager, Hardware

Fortune Brands

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About The Position

The Senior Program Manager for Hardware at Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is responsible for overseeing product development projects within the Digital/IoT portfolio. This role focuses on managing platform roadmaps, executing continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product launches and operational excellence. The position requires a strong background in electromechanical and product development projects, with an emphasis on innovation and transformative growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or technical field, or equivalent experience.
• 7-10 years of experience managing electromechanical and new product development projects.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (up to 15%).
• Experience with budgeting and financial metrics for large-scale projects.
• Proficient in Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong problem-solving skills and technical knowledge in electromechanics and statistics.
• Familiarity with engineering tools and principles: FMEA, DOE, QFD, DFA, and DFMA.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes like sheet metal, injection molding, casting, and designing for manufacturability.
• Ability to estimate costs and communicate risks, benefits, and concepts to senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Guide cross-functional teams to deliver platform projects from start to finish.
• Use the Fortune Brands Product Development Process to design and launch products that meet cost, quality, timing, and customer standards.
• Drive product development and supply chain activities, focusing on speed to market, budgets, and product costs.
• Act as the main point of contact for Global Product Development with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Ensure projects launch on time, meet deliverables, and stay within budget.
• Collaborate across teams (Engineering, Marketing, Operations) to streamline innovation and platforming efforts.
• Oversee team performance and manage risks to meet project goals.
• Provide regular updates through executive reviews and reports.
• Conduct post-launch reviews to measure success and identify areas for improvement.
• Adapt to changing priorities and manage critical resources to achieve results.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health plans
• Market-leading 401(k) program with company contribution
• Product discounts
• Flexible time off benefits including half-day summer Fridays
• Inclusive fertility/adoption benefits
• Employee Resource Groups to support inclusivity

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree