Engineering Program Manager II
Job Location:
Austin, TX - USA
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Job Summary
At YETI we believe that time spent outdoors matters more than ever and our gear can make that time extraordinary. When you work here youll have the opportunity to create exceptional meaningful work and problem solve with innovative team members by your side. Together youll help our customers get the high-quality gear they need to make the most of their adventures. We are BUILT FOR THE WILD.
As an Engineering Program Manager YETISoftCoolersyou will have one of the most critical roles at the company. You will be a memberof the Soft Goods teamthat produces the best-in-class tough-as-nailssoft coolersproducts that YETI is known for. Thisrolemanages the Product Development Lifecycle through the following stages:InitialCharter Design Engineering Manufacturing and Product Launch. You will contribute to guiding our internal teams and manufacturing partners ensuring the successful development and launch of newproductson time on quality and on budget. You will also drive strategic initiatives to support the supply chain of our existing project portfolio.
This role willinterface withworkstream and business owners within Sourcing Design Quality Engineering IT Product Finance Legal Marketing and beyond. It takes strong leadership skills creativity to solveproblemsand sharp business acumen competences to bring the team together and continue to deliver exceptional products to our customers.
This role will be onsite inAustin TX
Responsibilities:
Manage complex cross-functional team deliverables within schedule budget and performance requirements
Coordinate multiple concurrent programs and their interrelated projectsincluding new products and colors
Ensure program requirements are met in areas of features market introduction cost quality safety and product performance
Support for all business needs related to products pre and post launch including new product development functional product improvements increased capacity/throughput new supplier onboarding and product EOL (end of life)
Support the execution of various go-to-market needs of theSoft Coolerscategory
Successfully lead cross functional teams and stakeholders remotely across different locations and time zones
Manage stakeholder communication timely clearly & efficiently
Maintain adequate documentation such as charter schedule budget action log and risk registers
Assume responsibility for the entire program from start to finish
Qualifications and Attributes:
Bachelors Degree (STEM)preferredor equivalent experience
Greater thanfive (5) years of relevant experience required
Working knowledge of manufacturing best practices is a plus (welded cut&sew manufacturing process experience is preferred)
Experience leading new product developmentin a go-to-market or gate review process
Consumer Goods Industry experience highly preferred
Innovative and creative problem solver with meticulous attention to detail and a stickler for time management
Solid understanding of program management techniques and methodologies
Strong leadership and communication skills
Self-reliant able to execute with minimal oversight and guidance
Experience facilitating Gate Review meetings and presenting to an executive panel
PMP certification is preferred
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Benefits & Perks:
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YETI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Our commitment to creating a diverse equitable and inclusive culture is at the center of everything we do for our employees. We embrace all applicants looking to bring their authentic selves to YETI and contribute to our mission of keeping the wild WILD. Find out more about our commitment to DE&I at applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individuals race color sex gender identity gender expression religion age national origin or ancestry citizenship physical or mental disability medical condition family care status marital status sexual orientation genetic information military or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal state or local laws.
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About Company
Our ultra-durable coolers, drinkware and bags are the pinnacle of performance and built for every-day use. Get the gear that performs when it matters most.
