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In addition to being a forklift manufacturer, we are also a total solutions provider offering scalable products and services from material handling and automation to extensive fleet support.\nAbout the role:\nThis is a critical role to help launch new products in the Connected, Energy and Assisted Technologies realm. This position manages the internal New Product Program (NPP) production launch process from Kick-Off through Ready to Ship Authorization (Gate 90) for Energy and Connected Solutions products. Responsibilities include managing an inter-department Cross Functional Team (CFT) to achieve project deliverables including but not limited to: Project schedule creation and management, development planning, prototyping, regulatory testing, production readiness, technical publications completion, parts service set up and RTS sign-off. Additional responsibilities include continuous improvement initiatives and life cycle project management of non-NPP projects.\nWhat you will do:\nManage the New Product Development (NPP) production launch process from Product Design Approval (Gate 50) through Ready to Ship Authorization (RTS) (Gate 90) for Houston and Marengo-built products. \nLead cross-functional teams through the product development process, including requirements development, technical design, manufacturing, assembly, validation, and product release stages.\nApplies project management methodology, including analyzing and managing project risk, and minimizing financial exposure.\nCreates and maintains project master schedules. \nManages day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope. \nEnsures project documents are complete, up to date, and stored appropriately.\nSet priorities for internal engineering and contracted resources. \nAnticipate potential schedule delays and plan alternative actions as needed.\nRearranges competing priorities to ensure all deadlines are met. \nCoordinate the efforts of the engineering, sales, and production departments to ensure programs are conducted in accordance with the requirements of sales orders and budgets.\nCommunicate cross-functionally between departments to ensure all parties involved are informed and up to date on project changes and delays. Advises Company management of the program statuses on a regular basis.\nWhen & Where:\nHybrid schedule (3 days in office) with minimal travel required to support NPP activities and travel to the Marengo campus\nQualifications\nWhat you need to have:\nBachelor's Degree\n7-10 years of experience in Project Management, Engineering, or Product Management.\nExperience in product development and utilization of stage-gate processes\nCapable of managing multiple projects simultaneously\nExperience leading Cross Functional Teams and ability to build solid business relationships\nEffective communication skills (written & oral)\nProficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Project)\nStrong organizational and project management abilities.\nWhat would be nice to have:\nUnderstanding an experience with SAP ERP System\nProject Management Professional (PMP) certification\nExperience with Energy, Connected Solutions (Telematics) or Assisted Technologies\nExperience with Forklift products and/or heavy equipment manufacturing\nWhat we offer:\nMedical, dental, and vision benefits\nPaid Vacation, Sick Time, and Paid Holiday\nProfit Sharing Opportunities\nFlexible Spending and HSA Accounts\n401k with automatic company contribution and company match\nShort-term and long-term disability insurance\nLife, Dependent Life, and AD&D Insurance\nPaid Parental Leave (Includes 6-8 weeks of maternity leave and 5 days of paternity leave)\nEmployee Assistance Program \nEmployee Discounts\nOn-site fitness center (Houston)\nOn-the-job training and development\nThe salary for this position ranges from $85,000- $125,000 annually. The specific salary for a successful candidate will depend upon, among other legitimate factors, education, training, and/or experience.\nTo be considered for this role, all applicants must submit a full and complete application through our careers page.\nApplicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.\nEqual Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled\nAgency Disclaimer:\nLogisnext Americas Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party vendors. Any unsolicited resumes from a third party will become the property of the company to use at the company’s discretion, with the understanding that Logisnext Americas, Inc. will not be billed a fee for any such resumes. 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