Program Manager

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* Work closely with Engineering, Product Management, Marketing, Sales, and Operations as the leader of cross-functional initiatives.
* Facilitate collaboration both domestically and globally to ensure leading edge technology and speed to market.
* Drive the definition and planning for projects; including identification of needs, development of the business case, formulation of program scope, identification of resource and timing requirements.
* Manage queries or issues related to application, sampling, performance, and operational aspects to drive customer engagement and ensure partnership.
* Develop and execute project plans, communication plans, risk plans and management metrics.
* Monitor and control program schedules, scope, and costs.
* Oversee the execution of business plans throughout various phases of product life cycle;
Ideation, Development, Launch, Sustain, Phase-out.
* Utilize the new product development phase/gate process
* Manage communications with the business units and corporate management, presenting both internally and externally to upper management, the sales team and customers.
* Develop and implement new tools, methods, standards and best practices using lean methodology for project identification, planning, and execution.
* ** Leadership and Team Management:
** Strong leadership skills, experience managing and mentoring project teams
* ** Critical Thinking:
** Ability to think critically, navigate in complex, ambiguous situations to drive business results
* ** Communication and

Collaboration:

** Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
* ** Analytical and Problem-Solving

Skills:

** Ability to analyze data, identify problems, and develop solutions
* ** Program Management Expertise:
** Deep understanding of program management methodologies, tools, and best practices
* ** Technical Aptitude:
** Understanding the technical aspects of products and product development
* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Marketing, Business, or similar field with 5-years of experience or MBA with fewer years of experience.
* Entrepreneurial, self-starter mindset with the ability to navigate through complex and ambiguous situations/assignments, initiate action, and follow through with well-defined solutions and action plans
* Strong interpersonal skills, with an ability to inspire, and lead teams towards a common goal
* Demonstrated ability to rapidly understand technical products and solutions
* Highly effective at leading technical teams and project meetings, utilizing planning, motivation, communication skills to drive consensus and action, and influence of peers, leadership and customers
* Strong work ethic and ability to work both with teams and independently.
* Legal authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this role.
* Bachelor's Degree in a technical field, plus 7-10 years of experience
* Experience utilizing PPM Tools
* MBA, Project Management Certification, or equivalent business degree
* HVAC industry experience
* Experience in project management, product development, or similar multi-functional leadership role.

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Purpose:

Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial.

Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave.
** Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging
** At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce.  Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.
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