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Technical Program Manager

Technical Program Manager

GatesEnglewood, CO, US
12 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Technical Program Manager

Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.

Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward-thinking, open-minded, and well-rounded individuals to join our global team. Gates is looking for a Technical Program Manager located out of our Rochester Hills, MI or Englewood, CO office. In this highly visible role, you will :

  • Develop and maintain all technical and timing aspects of customer projects following the Gates Program Management Process.
  • Support Sales and Application Engineers with customer communication, new business acquisition, technical review presentations, new product introduction, and bringing awarded programs to production.
  • Support ongoing production programs with engineering changes and other related activities on an ongoing basis.
  • Interface with key customers and multiple internal functions to execute new business and build customer relationships.

Key responsibilities :

  • Ownership of the production implementation of new business for external customers.
  • Lead and coordinate diverse internal teams (sales, engineering, quality, production) to achieve program goals.
  • Act as the main point of communication between internal teams and the customer, managing relationships and communication to ensure alignment.
  • Creating comprehensive program plans.
  • Manage the program's budget, track costs, and implement cost-saving initiatives.
  • Provide regular updates and reports on program status, progress, and challenges to senior leadership and other stakeholders.
  • Identify, analyze, and implement corrective actions to mitigate risks and issues that could impact program delivery.
  • Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate program effectiveness and implement process improvements

    • Supervisory Responsibilities

  • None.

    • Requirements and Preferred Skills

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering OR related technical discipline OR equivalent related experience
  • Minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience
  • At least 3 years working with large OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) customers in a Program Management or Application Engineering role
  • Experience leading or being part of a team launching new business or bringing new products to market
  • Proven delivery of projects on time, on cost, while meeting internal and external requirements
  • Experience with and able to utilize available software tools to manage all phases of a project
  • Strong oral, written, and presentation skills
  • Self-driven with strong organization skills
  • Must be able to travel up to 20% of the time as necessary
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
  • Must be able to work in an office or manufacturing environment

    • Pay & Benefits

  • Full-Time
  • Salary Range : $129,000 - $142,000
  • Bonus Eligible
  • Relocation is not provided
  • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options : benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire
  • Eligible for 3 weeks of paid vacation + 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating) + 8 sick days. All vacation days are accrued
  • 401(k) : 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match
  • Tuition Reimbursement

    • Why Gates?

    Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.

    Work Environment

    Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.

    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers to work with objects, tools, or controls; and use office equipment including computers, telephones, and / or copiers / scanners. The employee must frequently lift and / or move up to 10 pounds.

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