Manager, NPD Stage Gate Project Management - Remote Opportunity

About the Role

Ansell is seeking a Manager, NPD Stage Gate Project Management to join our team in a remote capacity. In this role, you will lead the NPD Stage Gate process, ensuring consistency and continuous improvement across all Business Units. As a global leader in protection solutions, we are committed to enhancing workplace safety and productivity. This is an exciting opportunity to drive innovation and make a meaningful impact in our organization.

What You'll Do

• Own and manage the full NPD Stage Gate process, ensuring alignment with long-range plans and NPD targets.
• Train Gate Keepers and stakeholders to ensure consistent understanding of Stage Gate requirements.
• Collaborate with GCMs, RCMs, R&D, and cross-functional teams to build and manage the global NPD pipeline.
• Maintain and oversee the project tracking dashboard for all NPD and product-related projects.
• Plan and lead Stage Gate meetings, ensuring timely updates, complete documentation, and proper decision-making readiness.
• Lead assigned strategic GPMO projects, ensuring delivery within scope, time, and budget.
• Set project priorities, assign tasks, monitor financials, and provide clear status updates to management.
• Manage and develop a team of Project Coordinators, ensuring timely execution of projects including end-to-end coordination of in-plant artwork implementation projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• Fluent communication skills in written and spoken English.
• At least 5 years of experience in Project Management.
• Project Management professional certification (PMP) or equivalent is an advantage.
• Skills in using Microsoft Power BI are a plus.
• Experience in Product Management and Stage Gate processes.
• Experience leading product rationalization projects.
• Flexibility to attend global online meetings, including some scheduled at night due to time zone differences.

Nice to Have

• Experience in managing cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation plan, including a performance-based annual incentive.
• A culture of belonging and inclusion where collaboration thrives.
• Access to Ansell University and LinkedIn Learning for professional development.
• Opportunities for career advancement through mentorship programs.
• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.

Join us at Ansell to lead the world to a safer future. Apply today!