Program Manager

* Come explore opportunities within committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond.  Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.
*** Innovation is the heart of Brunswick. See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality:
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* Position Overview:

** As part of the talented Manufacturing Program Management team, you will be responsible for guiding new product development activities within Manufacturing operations using Mercury’s High-Performance Product Development Process (HPPD) from concept phase through start of production.  Product categories include traditional outboards, sterndrives, electric propulsion, and controls and rigging.
** At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.
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* Essential Functions:

* Represent Manufacturing within the cross-functional core teams that are established to lead each new product development program.
* Accountable for coordinating all program tasks and deliverables such as overall program plan, budget tracking and forecasting, resource time tracking, scope change management, risk management, decision tracking, and implementation schedule.
* Establish and manage detailed program schedule
* Break down barriers and propose innovative solutions to technical issues
* Present program updates to senior leadership and program teams
* Serve as a liaison between Engineering/Marketing/Supply Chain/Manufacturing/Purchasing and Quality to communicate program plans and resolve technical issues
* Ensure timely progress and management of the program plan
* Advises on process changes, GAP resolution and conceptualizing new methods
* Ensuring deliverables are achieved on a timely basis
* Coordinate touch points within Manufacturing with appropriate operations leaders and technical managers
* Acts as a catalyst to resolve project problems and conflicts, escalating when necessary
* Assesses strengths and weaknesses at program gate reviews or when beginning or completing each phase of product development.
* Must be willing to travel, including international travel
** Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.
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* Required Qualifications:

* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Business or related field required.  Engineering / technical degree strongly preferred.
* A minimum of 5 years of previous experience in Manufacturing, Operations, Supply Chain, or Engineering leadership related roles of increasing responsibility and scope
* A minimum of 2+ years of previous project management experience
* Genuine interest in marine propulsion products, boating, and technology
* Strong analytic and decision-making abilities
* Problem solving skills necessary to analyze complex issues and determine workable solutions
* Ability to understand basic manufacturing process capability across multiple manufacturing processes
* Ability to understand basic mechanical engineering design and functional information
* Must be able to maintain detailed capital and expense budgets
* Exceptional communication skills – both written and verbal
* Must be capable of achieving results by leading, directing, and influencing others
* Desire and ability to lead cross-functional problem-solving discussions
* Ability to lead and influence others with a constructive, positive approach
* Able to work effectively at all levels in an organization
* Ability to consider potential courses of action and make independent decisions
* Facilitation skills
* Familiarity with project management processes, tools and phases of the project lifecycle

Preferred Qualifications:

* Project Management training or PMP certification highly desired
* Lean Six Sigma certification preferred

The anticipated pay range for this position is $103,200 - $144,000 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job- related knowledge/skills, relevant…