Copeland is hiring a Director/Manager of Program Management to provide strategic leadership for the Residential Light Commercial HVAC line of business. In this highly visible role, you will guide the new product development process, manage product platforms to reduce cost and complexity, and lead a high-performing team based in Sidney, Ohio.
What You'll Do
- Manage and mentor a team of program managers
- Define and track key performance metrics to measure product success and identify areas for improvement
- Manage platform complexity, quality, cost reduction, and other sustaining activities
- Oversee and manage product lifecycle from ideation and market introduction through growth and eventual phaseouts
- Lead the competitive analysis process with strong cross-functional alignment
- Be the voice of program management for enhanced business analytic tools
- Support product management and work closely with engineering, marketing, sales, procurement, and manufacturing to ensure successful product-related activities
- Support executive presentations and communicate effectively to all levels of leadership
- Lead execution of new product development programs
- Oversee the stage-gate process, including managing program requirements, schedule, and cost
- Improve processes for faster NPD and technology maturity
- Oversee NPD and portfolio reviews
- Drive strategic project prioritization based on need and resources
What We're Looking For
- A Bachelor’s degree plus 8-10 years of relevant experience
- Experience in program management, product management, engineering, product development, or a related field
- Strong interpersonal skills and excellent written and verbal communication skills
- The ability to comfortably engage with executive leadership
- High program, product, and business aptitude
- Ability to travel approximately 10%
Nice to Have
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Marketing, or equivalent
- Master’s degree in Business Administration
- HVAC industry experience
- Previous experience leading a Program Management team
Team & Environment
You will manage a high-performing program management team as part of the Residential Light Commercial HVAC business unit, reporting directly to the Sr. Director of Residential Light Commercial Program Management HVAC.
Benefits & Compensation
- Flexible and competitive benefits plans including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement savings plan with 401(k)
- Flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation, and holiday leave
- Investment in end-to-end development, from onboarding through senior leadership
Work Mode
This is an onsite position located in Sidney, Ohio.
Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.
