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James Cassidy
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New Product Introduction Program Manager


Reference:JCAO1002 Location: Galway
Qualification:DegreeExperience:7-9 Years
Job Type:PermanentSalary: Not Disclosed
May be suitable for: Project Lead, Project Manager

Our client a global Healthcare company are currently seeking a New Product Introduction (NPI) Program Manager to join their team. Reporting to the Director of NPI Program Management The NPI Program Manager will oversee the end-to-end program management of select new product launches, from Ideation through product Launch.


Role/Responsibilities

  • Acts as global leader for cross-functional NPI project teams: Manages all activities from Ideation through product launch execution
  • Translates strategies into program/project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource requirements
  • Develops NPI project timeline and holds team accountable to critical milestone dates; highlights opportunities for acceleration; clearly communicates project delays and escalations
  • Acts as Project Manager for all assigned NPI project: Identifies and leads the Project Teams, owns the Project Plans (Gantts), leads and coordinates execution of all activities required for launch. Communicates the Project Plans and changes to project stakeholders. Continuously monitors compliance with critical milestones.
  • Ensures that the cross-functional members work as a “team” focused on business unit goals identified, and manages program and solution interdependencies
  • Manages communications (verbal or written), both internally and externally, for effective project management and coordination for new products
  • Leads NPI Phase Gate Reviews: Ensures cross-functional alignment prior to gate exit, prepares materials, and facilitates meetings
  • Identifies and escalates project risks and communicate status to internal and external stakeholders
  • Prioritizes work and resources to best meet IDEM priorities and financial targets
  • Develops the strategy and vision of the NPI PMO and evolution over the next 5 years, in collaboration with the broader NPI PMO organization
  • Responsible for generating formal training materials and leading education sessions for all functional areas and regions
  • Establishes and leads proactive, transparent, and effective communications cadence to ensure timely dissemination of information with the senior leadership team, program/project teams, and matrix stakeholders
  • Measures and reports on time execution of launch activities. Identifies performance gaps, KPIs and ensures improvement actions are taken to minimize impact on business performance.
  • Develops cross-functional tools and templates to support key deliverables in all six NPI phases
  • Drives continuous improvement into NPI launch execution and seeks regular feedback from leadership and stakeholders

Skills/Experience
  • A Bachelor’s Degree which could include supply chain, engineering, science, IT or business disciplines
  • 7 or more years of experience in Project Management, Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain or related function, preferably in medical device, pharmaceutical or consumer products
  • One or more professional certifications or equivalent experience (e.g. PMP)
  • Experience in program management of new product through the development and product life-cycle processes
  • Strong communication skills – in English in written and verbal; briefing, presentation, education/training skills
  • Ability to successfully manage projects across various functions / businesses
  • Able to influence without authority
  • Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment
  • Ability to create & manage a vision, think strategically, plan and organize, innovate, analyze complex data and situations, and exercise sound judgment
  • Ability to communicate effectively, motivate, lead, coach, and develop employees, and collaborate with functional leaders and teams


For further information please contact James Cassidy [email protected] or call in confidence 086 0204322