Manager, Product Lifecycle Operations
Core
Lead continuous improvement and governance of product development and launch processes across 21 Own Brand businesses, driving consistency in Stage Gate processes and leading the implementation of a new Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) platform.
Role type
Manager, Product Lifecycle Operations
Builds
Connected and efficient product development workflows and a scalable PLM platform for enterprise use.
Domain
Consumer Goods / Product Lifecycle Management / Enterprise Process Improvement
Required skills
Cross-functional process improvement, Stage Gate methodology, enterprise technology implementation, change management, stakeholder leadership, project and program leadership, problem-solving, organizational design.
Preferred skills
PLM system ownership, ERP/PIM/MDM implementation experience, vendor management.
Technologies
PLM, ERP, PIM, MDM, workflow platforms.
Responsibilities
Own and govern the Stage Gate product development process across all businesses; Design practical workflows while maintaining enterprise-level governance; Lead the end-to-end implementation, launch, and adoption of a new PLM system; Act as the primary business partner to the PLM vendor and IT teams; Identify and eliminate bottlenecks in product launch readiness; Coach teams through new processes and ways of working.
Seniority
Manager, strategic operator
