Strong technical aptitude with the ability to understand engineering designs, product architecture, manufacturing processes, and component-level development activities.
Proven ability to manage both strategic program requirements and detailed execution activities simultaneously.
Experience leading global, cross-functional product development teams in a matrixed organization.
Ability to identify and manage critical path items, proactively escalate issues, and drive timely resolution.
Demonstrated success coordinating engineering deliverables, supplier activities, testing, certification, and product launch readiness.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders from individual contributors through executive leadership.
Experience managing complex engineering projects involving multiple sites, global teams, and external partners.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field
5+ years of project management experience, preferably within engineering, product development, or manufacturing environments.
Strong technical aptitude with the ability to understand engineering concepts and drive detailed execution when required.
Demonstrated success managing multiple concurrent projects in a global, cross-functional organization.
Experience leading projects through the full product lifecycle, including concept development, validation, launch, and commercialization.
Proficiency with project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.
Proven ability to manage project scope, schedules, budgets, resources, risks, and critical path activities.
PMP certification preferred; Agile, Scrum, or other project/program management certifications are a plus.
Travel: Potential international travel 1-2 times a year.
Location: Onsite: North Canton, Ohio
Preferred Qualifications
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence teams across functions and organizational levels.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with a drive toward ownership of the solution.
Demonstrated relationship building skills at all levels of the organization, including senior executive levels.
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