Your Contribution
In this role, you will
Lead and coordinate all HPPD activities throughout the product development lifecycle.
Lead cross-functional project teams to ensure product strategy, development and execution remain aligned with customer and business needs.
Drive key time, cost and scope decisions throughout all phases of product development.
Ensure successful execution of programs from feasibility through launch, including project definition, resource allocation, development, validation and implementation.
Develop, maintain and manage program schedules, milestones and budgets.
Prepare, facilitate and lead gate review meetings throughout the HPPD process.
Act as the primary interface between Design, Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain and other key stakeholders.
Ensure effective implementation of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles.
Collaborate with sourcing teams, suppliers and contractors to support program execution.
Ensure component availability and part readiness at key program milestones.
Support senior leadership decision-making through program reporting, risk assessments and portfolio recommendations.
Partner with Engineering and Category teams to maintain and optimize portfolio roadmaps and product cycle plans.
Develop and execute recovery plans when programs encounter engineering, tooling, resource or timing challenges.
Monitor program risks and drive mitigation actions to maintain program objectives.
Communicate program progress, key metrics and dashboards to leadership teams on a regular basis.
Lead program budget planning activities and monitor project expenditures to ensure alignment with approved cost objectives.
Mentor and provide guidance to junior members of the product development organization.
Collaborate closely with teams across Brunswick Boat Group businesses to drive alignment, standardization and best-practice sharing throughout product development activities.
What You'll Bring
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree required. Master's Degree preferred.
Minimum 10 years of experience in Product Development, Program Management, Product Management or a related field.
Proven track record leading new product development programs from concept through launch.
Experience leading complex cross-functional projects in a manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of structured product development methodologies and project management principles.
Demonstrated success influencing and coordinating resources without direct reporting authority.
Excellent verbal, written and presentation communication skills.
Experience engaging with senior stakeholders and leadership teams.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Fluent English.
Skills & Competencies
Program and project management
Cross-functional leadership
Influencing without direct authority
Stakeholder management
Strategic planning and execution
Program scheduling and milestone management
Budget and resource management
Business and financial acumen
Risk assessment and mitigation
Problem solving and decision-making
Analytical thinking
Communication and presentation skills
Change management
Accountability and ownership
Results orientation
Continuous improvement mindset
Nice to have
Knowledge of Brunswick's HPPD process.
Manufacturing and industrialization experience.
Lean Six Sigma certification or experience.
Marine industry experience.
Boating experience or a passion for the recreational marine industry.
Compensation & Benefits
The salary range for this position is €44,000 - €56,000 gross annual salary (14 payments).
The actual compensation offered will depend on qualifications, professional experience, skills and business needs.
In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus (up to 10%) in accordance with Brunswick's compensation policies.
Employees also benefit from Brunswick's comprehensive rewards package, including health insurance, meal allowance, additional vacation days, learning and development opportunities, employee discount programmes and wellbeing initiatives.
Next is Now!
We value growth and development, recognizing that people bring a wealth of experience and talent beyond the technical requirements of a role.
If your experience is close to what you see listed here, we encourage you to apply.
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Next is Now!
We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.
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