Design Program Manager

Job DescriptionOverview:At PanasonicWELL, were finding new ways for technology and design to lighten our loads, reclaim our time, and improve our well-being. We want it all. A career and home. Family and friends. Health and wellness. But actually, having it all can leave us feeling overloaded. And research shows it. 43% of people struggle with decision-making. 66% say overload affects their work, and 62%, their interpersonal relationships. Technology was supposed to help by making us more efficient. But the faster we get things done, the more we take on, and our well-being falls to the bottom of the list. PanasonicWELL is on a mission to make balance a priority and do it joyfully. Its a meaningful product challenge: helping society reclaim time and make space for joy through technology and design. Thats what the team at PanasonicWELL is solving for every day, and we have a lot of fun doing it. With leadership from big tech like Google, Apple, Microsoft, and hypergrowth startups like Nest, Waymo, TaskRabbit, and Casper, were motivated to make the world a happier place. Our unique positioning as a start-up within a global Consumer Electronics and Services company makes this opportunity one that is rich with world-class capability and game-changing possibilities.We are seeking a motivated Design Program Manager with at least 5 years of experience to oversee cross-functional design and creative operations projects, ensuring the successful execution of design initiatives. The Design Program Manager will develop project timelines, allocate resources, and monitor progress while maintaining effective communication with stakeholders. This position requires a strong understanding of design principles, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to drive efficiency in both design processes and creative operations. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in project management, design methodologies, and team collaboration.In this role: Drive design operations programs from intake to final delivery Own the design delivery process leveraging Asana, Confluence, and Jira Oversee and manage the design program lifecycle from concept to execution. Collaborate with designers, product managers, and stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables. Develop and maintain project timelines and resource allocation. Facilitate communication across teams to ensure alignment and timely project delivery. Identify and mitigate project risks and issues. Conduct regular project reviews and provide updates to leadership. Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the design team.Must Haves: Bachelors or higher from a reputable university in Design, Project Management, or related field 5 years of relevant professional experience as a Design Program Manager Experience working with cross-functional teams in an agile environment Proven aptitude for design operations from intake to final delivery, including driving governance and maintenance of design-related initiatives High-level proficiency in Asana, Confluence, and Jira Familiarity with Figma, Fig Jam (connect to Figma for retrospectives), and Adobe Creative Suite (or Google Creative Suite) Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment Ability to think strategically and execute tactically.We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected] .   To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/ .Skills and Requirements1. Professional experience as a Design Program Manager taking an initiative from the initial design phase through the release to customers along with the ability to explain this and ability to explain their individual contributions in a clear and succinct manner2. High-level proficiency with Asana, Confluence, and Jira3. Familiarity with Figma, Fig Jam (connect to Figma for retrospectives), and Adobe Creative Suite (or Google Creative Suite) Knowledge of user experience (UX) principles and best practices Experience in creative operations and/or as a Producer nullWe are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].