Project Manager

at  ALLSEATING CORPORATION

POSITION TITLE: PROJECT MANAGER

REPORTS TO: Design and Development Manager
WORK SCHEDULE: Regular, Full-Time, Days
Position Summary: Reporting to the Design and Development Manager, the Project Manager is responsible for overseeing and driving the successful completion of product development, from concept to launch, in a fast-paced multi-project environment.
The Project Manager will support the Design and Development department through planning, organizing, monitoring, and managing the completion of all product development and their launches.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple, concurrent projects throughout the full life cycle and deliver successful product launches on time and within budget;
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, time management and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal;
• The ability to work both independently as well as with multiple team members across various departments;
• The ability to foster teamwork by working cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions; and
• An unparalleled attention to detail.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• University Degree or College Diploma in Engineering, Industrial Design, Business or other related field;
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (completed or in progress);
• Minimum five years of Project Management experience; and
• Experience within a manufacturing environment is an asset.

The Project Manager is responsible for the following:

• Leading multiple product launches per year in accordance with Allseating’s ISO Certified and controlled Product Development Process;
• Ensuring all project management files and ISO controlled forms are maintained and accurate, including all status meeting and design review notes;
• Preparing necessary paperwork and documentation for various departments as required (i.e.: Purchasing, Marketing, Production, Order Entry, Accounting, etc.);
• Identifying, scheduling, and tracking project information with great detail (i.e.: deliverables, milestones, tasks, risks, and issues);
• Ensuring regular communication with interested parties regarding the progress and milestones of current projects;
• Managing departmental budget and project budgets;
• Ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget;
• Preparing and managing all Bill of Materials, ensuring product target price is maintained;
• Collaborating with Designers, Engineers, and Quality to ensure drawings and other product-related documents are correct, completed and filed;
• Ensuring purchasing and vendor selection activities have occurred and parts purchasing has transitioned to Allseating’s purchasing team;
• Securing formal sign-off on upcoming product introductions and ensuring all departments have sufficient time and information to prepare for new product launches;
• Ensuring Marketing activities are closely coordinated with product launches;
• Collaborating with Production to ensure training and transition tasks are planned and completed to meet new product introduction schedules;
• Supporting Quality and Design and Development through active participation in annual ISO audits;
• Managing new product related expectations as it relates to annual tradeshows;
• Ensuring Patents and Trademarks are filed effectively and maintained;
• Participating in planning of future development;
• Assisting with administrative tasks and ensuring timely follow-up; and
• Other duties as required.