Katalyst Healthcares and Life Sciences
Senior NPI/NPD Project Manager
Katalyst Healthcares and Life Sciences, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior NPI/NPD Project Manager to lead and execute new product introduction (NPI) and new product development (NPD) projects from concept through launch. This role requires strong cross-functional collaboration, meticulous planning, and effective stakeholder communication to ensure successful product delivery aligned with quality, cost, and schedule goals.
Responsibilities:
Drive the full NPI/NPD process including planning, execution, process gates, and gate reviews. Work closely with cross-functional teams including Mechanical, Electrical, Software, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Sales, Marketing, and Quality to align project goals and execution. Lead and manage large-scale product launch projects, ensuring delivery within scope, time, and budget. Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, budgets, and Work Breakdown Structures (WBS). Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status, risks, and key milestones. Identify and assess risks and implement mitigation and contingency strategies to minimize project impact. Ensure products are designed for manufacturability, testability, and cost-efficiency, coordinate with suppliers and contract manufacturers for production readiness. Define and monitor quality standards across all stages of product development. Oversee product launch execution including coordination with marketing, sales, and supply chain for go-to-market readiness. Promote and implement continuous improvement initiatives to streamline NPI/NPD processes. HVAC product experience is desirable but not mandatory. Requirements:
Proven experience managing NPI/NPD processes and cross-functional product development projects. Strong background in working with engineering and manufacturing teams. Excellent leadership, planning, communication, and organizational skills. Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies. PMP certification or equivalent is a plus.
Drive the full NPI/NPD process including planning, execution, process gates, and gate reviews. Work closely with cross-functional teams including Mechanical, Electrical, Software, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Sales, Marketing, and Quality to align project goals and execution. Lead and manage large-scale product launch projects, ensuring delivery within scope, time, and budget. Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, budgets, and Work Breakdown Structures (WBS). Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status, risks, and key milestones. Identify and assess risks and implement mitigation and contingency strategies to minimize project impact. Ensure products are designed for manufacturability, testability, and cost-efficiency, coordinate with suppliers and contract manufacturers for production readiness. Define and monitor quality standards across all stages of product development. Oversee product launch execution including coordination with marketing, sales, and supply chain for go-to-market readiness. Promote and implement continuous improvement initiatives to streamline NPI/NPD processes. HVAC product experience is desirable but not mandatory. Requirements:
Proven experience managing NPI/NPD processes and cross-functional product development projects. Strong background in working with engineering and manufacturing teams. Excellent leadership, planning, communication, and organizational skills. Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies. PMP certification or equivalent is a plus.