Manager, Program Coordination at Fortive

Everett, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Program Coordination, People Leadership, Team Development, Change Management, Data Integrity, Cross-functional Communication, BOM Management, ECOs, ERP, PLM, Jira, Process Improvement, Problem-Solving, Stakeholder Collaboration, Product Development, Manufacturing

Industry

electrical;Appliances;and Electronics Manufacturing

Description

Location: Everett, Washington The Fluke Engineering Product Development Operations team is seeking a Manager of Program Coordination to lead and develop a globally dispersed team of Program Coordinators supporting product development and manufacturing of technologically advanced test and measurement systems that keep the world up and running. This role is responsible for ensuring strong program execution through disciplined application of business processes, data accuracy, and cross-functional coordination in support of New Product Introduction (NPI) and sustaining programs. This role is accountable for team leadership and employee development as well as leadership in driving cross‑functional process improvements that drive efficiency, predictability, and accuracy. The Program Coordination Manager provides day-to-day people leadership, coaching, and prioritization for Program Coordinators, ensuring consistent execution of Project Management standards and effective collaboration with Engineering, Operations, Product Management, Supply Chain, Finance, Quality, and Compliance. The Program Coordination manager works in close collaborative partnership with PMO leaders and program managers to ensure smooth execution of a broad and complex product development portfolio. This role reports to the leader of Product Development Operations in the Engineering function at and serves as a key enabler of predictable, high-quality program delivery. Key Responsibilities People Leadership and Team Development * Lead, manage, and support a team of globally dispersed Program Coordinators, providing clear direction, coaching, and performance feedback. * Develop team capability in program coordination disciplines including change management, data integrity, and cross-functional communication. * Establish clear role expectations, workload prioritization, and standard work to ensure consistent execution across programs. * Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration. Program Execution Oversight * Ensure effective support of NPI and sustaining programs from kickoff through release and production handoff. * Oversee BOM management, ECOs, deviations, part revisions, first article approvals, new item creation, and ERP/PLM promotion. * Ensure accurate and timely program data across ERP, PLM, Jira, and related systems. Process Discipline and Improvement * Drive process discipline while leading continuous improvement initiatives across interdependent functions. * Partner across the organization to improve tools and processes, reduce waste and rework, and improve predictability of program execution. * Identify systemic gaps and lead corrective actions using structured problem-solving methodologies. Stakeholder Collaboration * Partner with multi-disciplinary functions in Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, Finance, Compliance, Quality, and Product Management. * Ensure clear communication of program status, risks, and tradeoffs. Qualifications * Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. * 8+ years of experience in program management or related roles with people leadership. * Strong ERP/PLM knowledge. * Demonstrated cross-functional leadership. * Proven experience driving cross-functional process improvements impacting product development, manufacturing, quality, accounting, and compliance. * Systems thinker capable of improving end-to-end value streams. * Ability to influence and sustain improvements. * Strong collaborator, contributing to a positive team culture across projects. Fortive Corporation Overview Fortive’s essential technology makes the world stronger, safer, and smarter. We accelerate transformation across a broad range of applications including environmental, health and safety compliance, industrial condition monitoring, next-generation product design, and healthcare safety solutions. We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in software-powered workflow solutions, data-driven intelligence, AI-powered automation, and other disruptive technologies. We’re a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to groundbreaking sustainability solutions. We are a diverse team 18,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact. At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference. At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone. At Fortive, we believe in growth. We’re honest about what’s working and what isn’t, and we never stop improving and innovating. Fortive: For you, for us, for growth. About Fluke Fluke is leading the world in creating software, test tools and technology that will support customers today and in the future. We are a customer-obsessed market leader with a strong reputation for reliability, quality and safety. A wholly owned subsidiary of Fortive Corporation (www.fortive.com), Fluke is a global corporation headquartered in the greater Seattle area. Driven by the successful Fortive Business System, Fluke offers the passion of a startup with the resources of a Fortune 500 company. We are focused on the growth of our individual employees, teams and the Fluke brand. We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@fortive.com.

Responsibilities

This role is responsible for leading a globally dispersed team of Program Coordinators, ensuring strong program execution through disciplined application of business processes and data accuracy for New Product Introduction and sustaining programs. Key duties include people leadership, coaching, driving cross-functional process improvements, and ensuring consistent execution of Project Management standards across various departments.