Program Manager at Xylem

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23000 employees operating in over 150 countries Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the worlds most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.THE ROLE: We are seeking a Program Manager. The Program Manager will be mainly responsible for leading and delivering key NPD programs on time and budget driving cross-functional team managing risks developing mitigations effectively communicating to key stakeholders and continuously improving NPD and project management process within the Xylem organization.CORE RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform the job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.Mainly responsible and accountable for on-time delivery of NPD projects/ programs through Stage & Gate process.May lead major Value Engineering programsEffectively communicate to key stakeholders horizontally and vertically on program status risks and resource needsAlign on business strategies and support 80/20 initiativeApply project leadership skills to manage critical paths develop timely countermeasures and build influence and lead cross-functional teams to execute program plansLeverage Agile methodology in software or firmware developmentsContinuously improve NPD process and program management practiceOrganize team and deliver Gate reviews to senior leadersPlan and deliver NPD trainings to cross-functions in North AmericaParticipation in Xylem Watermark volunteer activitiesQUALIFICATIONS:Bachelors Degree with a minimum of 5 years of relevant New Product Development and project/ program management experiences or equivalent combination of education and experiencePREFERRED:PMP certification preferredExperience with Stage & Gate ProcessExperience with MS Project and Project Online preferredThe estimated salary range for this position is $90000 to $135000 plus bonus. Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors such as skills experience and work location and is not typically at the top of the range. At Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package including Medical Dental and Vision plans 401(k) with company contribution paid time off paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement.#LI-KS1Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage conservation and re-use. Our products impact public utilities industrial sectors residential areas and commercial buildings with a commitment to providing smart metering network technologies and advanced analytics for water electric and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.At Xylem youll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylems transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovationRequired Experience:Manager Key Skills Project Management Methodology,Project / Program Management,Program Management,Management Experience,Microsoft Powerpoint,Project Management,Microsoft Project,Budgeting,DoD Experience,Leadership Experience,Supervising Experience,Contracts Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 90000 - 135000