Project Manager - Home Fragrance - Yankee candle

Job Description

Position Title: Program Manager II

Reports to: Senior Manager, PMO #LI-BB1

The Program Manager II will be a key member of the Program Management Team set out to develop world-class project execution. The main responsibility is to manage a global development cross-functional team in order to develop, commercialize and launch innovative product solutions that meet cost, schedule and scope requirements. Additionally, the PM II will aid in the both the accuracy and analysis of project planning & report out.

Responsibilities:

• Independently lead projects that range in complexity in new/existing markets and technology.
• Responsible for delivering key PMO KPI’s of project timing, cost, quality, and budget.
• Partner with Brand Marketing to define project scope & design.
• Monitor and report status of project progress and risks to upper management.
• Hold regular reviews with managers to ensure program and project plans are aligned with the innovation strategy.
• Leads Network Joint Planning Sessions to collaboratively develop standardized timelines for projects.
• Manage project scope alignment, adherence and changes to ensure successful project delivery.
• Ensure each project plan contains activities to include, verify, validate, and act upon consumer insight.
• Use financial information and analysis to support fact-based business decisions.
• Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team and escalate issues as needed.
• Interact effectively with Global Development Teams.
• Participate in post launch audit output evaluations to recommend advancements for continuous improvement of project execution practices.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or in a related field with equivalent working experience. MBA and/or PMP Certification are preferred. Consumer products industry experience.
• 7+ years of experience in project management, 3+ years in management and leadership role.
• Experience leading projects and programs with high complexity and high levels of capital spend.
• Proven ability to facilitate relations between business groups and technology departments at a global level.
• Demonstrated familiarity with structured project management methodologies.
• Demonstrated familiarity with basic manufacturing processes and production planning.
• Experience in developing and deploying project best practices, policies, procedures, and processes.
• Proficient in project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Project Online and SharePoint.
• Possesses influencing skills (leads by example, clearly articulates business cases and interpretation of cause-effect impact).
• Highly effective organization and planning skills required.
• Ability to support the needs of and interact appropriately with cross-functional personnel through executive leadership.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills are required.

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Paper Mate, Sharpie, Dymo, EXPO, Parker, Elmers, Coleman, Marmot, Oster, Sunbeam, FoodSaver, Mr. Coffee, Graco, Baby Jogger, NUK, Calphalon, Rubbermaid, Contigo, First Alert, and Yankee Candle. For hundreds of millions of consumers, Newell Brands makes life better every day, where they live, learn, work and play. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal OpportunityEmployers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.