Program Manager - New Product Development
Toyota Material Handling Village of Greene, New York, United States · $106K–$136K/yr
Machinery Manufacturing · 1,001-5,000 employees
About the role
The Program Manager will coordinate and execute multiple small to moderately complex projects to support strategic business initiatives within budget and scope. They are responsible for leading project teams, managing resources, and ensuring effective communication across all relevant stakeholders.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates must have 6+ years of broad experience in project or program management and strong leadership capabilities. A bachelor's degree and PMP certification are preferred, along with a solid understanding of the material handling industry.
Benefits
Full description
Join our Team as a PROGRAM MANAGER!
The Role:
We’re seeking a passionate and dedicated Program Manager to join our team. In this role, you’ll coordinate and complete multiple related small/moderately complex projects to support strategic business initiatives on time, within budget, and scope. You will set milestones, assign responsibilities to project leads and monitor and summarize progress of projects while coordinating to ensure all aspects of the project are agreed upon by functional areas. This position performs work under general supervision and handles moderately complex issues and problems, referring more complex issues to others. If you enjoy tackling challenges with positivity and a bit of humor, you’ll feel right at home here.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the execution of small/moderately complex projects.
- Lead and direct the work of others.
- Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope, and within budget.
- Communicate project scope and objectives to all relevant stakeholders.
- Develop and manage a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress across the interconnected projects simultaneously.
- Develop, implement, and manage governance, controls, and services to support programs.
- Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification techniques.
- Perform risk management to minimize project risks.
- Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
- Support technical discussions and contractual negotiations between the company and suppliers.
- Prepare reports for upper management regarding status of projects.
- Enhance department and organization by exploring opportunities for process improvement to add value to job accomplishments.
- Develop spreadsheets, diagrams, and process maps to document needs.
- Performs related work as assigned.
What We’re Looking For:
- 6+ years of broad experience in project or program management.
- Strong project management skills including, but not limited to: planning and organization, attention to detail, leadership, coaching, managing and improving team dynamics, developing and tracking project budgets, and process improvement.
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) to build consensus in a manner that is positive, clear, and effective across multiple departments.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to successfully lead in a matrix environment.
- Solid problem-solving skills.
- Technically capable, with a mindset to assess and adapt strategies based on market and customer feedback.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong working knowledge of project management software/tools and Microsoft Office.
What Sets You Apart:
- Bachelor's degree in a related field.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
- A general understanding of the material handling industry, products, and solutions.
Where and When You’ll Work:
- This is an in-person role located at our Greene, NY office—ideal for those who thrive in a hands-on, team-oriented environment.
What Your Total Compensation & Benefits Package will look like:
Salary - $106,060 - $135,975 per year. Compensation depends on the selected candidate’s education and experience.
Relocation: This role may be eligible for relocation assistance.
World Class Benefits:
- Competitive Salary
- Performance Bonus
- Generous Paid Time Off and 13 Paid Holidays
- Affordable Medical plans and no-cost Dental & Vision options
- 100% 401(k) match up to 6%
- Company-Paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with access to mental health care, legal support, and financial guidance
- Recognition and Kaizen (continuous improvement) Reward Programs
- Meaningful opportunities for personal and professional development
- Onsite Fitness Center & Occupational Health Clinic
- Best in class work culture!
Big Name | Big Opportunities | Life is Better at Toyota
Toyota Material Handling North America (TMHNA), the industry leader in forklift sales, comprises two main brands: Toyota Material Handling and The Raymond Corporation. We believe investing in the best people, products, and processes will fuel our future success, and we will always be driven by our foundational principles of “respect for people” and “continuous improvement”. With opportunities across North America, we are confident you will find the right position within TMHNA that can help you build a long, fulfilling career.
Learn more here: https://www.toyotaforklift.com/careers
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