Sr. Project Manager - New Product Development

$100,000 - $140,000/Yr

Oregon Tool - Portland, OR

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Portland, OR

1,001-5,000 employees

Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

The Senior Project Manager - New Product Development at Oregon Tool, Inc. is responsible for coordinating all aspects of new product development projects from initiation through to completion. This role involves managing cross-functional activities, ensuring successful project execution, and leading a global team to achieve project objectives. The position requires strong communication and influencing skills to interact effectively with stakeholders and senior management.

Responsibilities

• Lead new product development projects using phase gate methodology.
• Manage project schedules, scope, and costs while assessing impacts on the overall project portfolio.
• Coordinate departmental resources to achieve key milestones in product development.
• Prepare project scope documents, communications plans, risk assessments, and timelines.
• Work closely with design engineering and manufacturing to develop high-quality products.
• Provide coaching to sub-project managers and project team members.
• Develop and facilitate best practices training for the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of proven project/program management experience in new product development.
• Project Management Professional certification preferred.
• Experience with formal project management methods and leading cross-functional teams.
• Proven ability to hold team members accountable to drive results.
• Experience in developing and managing work breakdown structures, schedules, budgets, and change requests.
• Exceptional collaboration, listening, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and project management software.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with SAP or similar data management software.

Benefits

• Bonus plan with a target of 15% of annual earnings.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits available on day one.
• 401k matching (100% of first 3%, 50% of next 3%).
• Earn up to 120 hours of vacation during the first year.
• One paid Community Involvement Day per year.
• Casual work attire.
• Onsite fitness center.
• Public transit access.