Program Manager I

Newell Brands is a leading $8.5B consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid® and Sharpie®, and 28,000 talented employees around the world. Our high-performance culture, unparalleled curiosity about the world around us, and talented people fuel our success. Our culture is enabled through our core values which guide all we do and how we win as One Newell. They are Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership & Leadership.Job Summary:The Program Manager I will be a key member of the Program Management Team set out to deliver world-class project execution. This position will manage, under supervision, a cross-functional development team in order to develop and launch innovative product solutions that meet cost, schedule and scope requirements.Job Responsibilities Monitors project profit and loss (P&L) and key drivers that affect overall program financial health to ensure projects meet established objectives (e.g. margins, costs, revenue, etc.). Understands what program success is and drives path forward to achieve success in most timely and cost effective manner. Applies technical knowledge and understanding to apply to day-to-day decision making. Demonstrates high-level understanding of manufacturing processes and technologies used to produce a product. Follows best practices to attain project scope excellence to cross-functional team – clarity of vision, goals, and expectations. Develops and maintains timing and action plan for projects of moderate scope with guidance from senior Program Managers (PMs). Coordinates necessary data acquisition to provide strategic direction for solving problems. Uses a systematic approach to identify problems, conduct root-cause analysis, and implement solutions. Prepares project status and risks to manager to provide proper level of detail and recover plans. Challenges and provides constructive mitigation strategies. Supports cadence and techniques to run efficient meetings. Participates on cross-functional teams to work seamlessly across boundaries of company, culture, and geography for successful project execution. Partners with development and delivery organizations to participate in consensus on new product development (NPD), productivity, and product maintenance. Incorporates consumer and market insights to act as a driver of innovation and project execution. Demonstrates basic knowledge of tools and techniques in the fields of program and project management to effectively organize and lead project teams to deliver project objectives within the constraints of time, cost, and quality. Adheres to new product development processes to improve performance and reduces your risk of failure. Follows standardized guidelines and templates to ensure robust project plans and maintains documentation as required by the stage-gate development process. Collaborates with team members to identify project risks and recommend potential mitigation plans. Supports or leads project under supervision, whose level of innovation and technology is existing or proven and contains higher risk, complexity and capital spend. Builds extensive cross-functional knowledge of business operations to effectively manage risks, coordinate project activities and make appropriate decisions. Collaborates with cross functional team to develop timing and action plan for projects. Coordinates with senior program managers to ensure dependencies and critical paths are identified and communicated. Supports or leads project under supervision, whose level of innovation and technology is existing or proven and contains higher risk, complexity and capital spend. Builds extensive cross-functional knowledge of business operations to effectively manage risks, coordinate project activities and make appropriate decisions. Collaborates with cross functional team to develop timing and action plan for projects. Coordinates with senior program managers to ensure dependencies and critical paths are identified and communicated.Qualifications Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, mathematics or related field required 5-7 years of experience in program management and leadership role required (New Product Development experience preferred) Demonstrates familiarity with basic structured project management methodologies (e.g., Critical Path) Demonstrates familiarity with basic manufacturing processes and production planning Demonstrates effective problem-solving and analytical skills Demonstrates basic business financial knowledge Demonstrates proficiency in project management tools such as Microsoft Project as well as Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, SharePoint) Demonstrates ability to manage constructive and cooperative working relationships Demonstrates sensitivity and acts appropriately with varying cultural societies Demonstrates ability to support the needs of and interact appropriately with cross-functional personnel Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills and presentation skillsNewell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.