Lead Program Manager - Product Development

Lead Program Manager Auto req ID: 60541 Title: Lead Program Manager Job Function: Product Management Location: GURGAON Additional Location: Company: Harley-Davidson Motor Company Full or Part-Time: Full Time In 1903, out of a small shed in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, four young men lit a cultural wildfire that would grow and spread across geographies and generations. Their innovation and imagination for what was possible on two wheels sparked a transportation revolution that would make Harley-Davidson the most recognizable motorcycle brand in the world. Today, we continue to define motorcycle culture, evoking soul-stirring emotion reflected in every product and experience we deliver - like we have for well over a century and will for generations to come. Are you ready to ride with us? Job Summary The Product Development Staff Program Manager is a leadership role where the incumbent is expected to be the subject matter expert for assigned projects and Product Development Methodology (M9), scheduling, budgeting processes, process continuous improvement (CI), training, and coaching of teams. The Staff Program Manager will work in conjunction with other Program Managers to drive standardization, continuous improvement documentation, training, layered auditing, tool development. In addition, the Staff Program Manager will support Product Development system performance by analyzing metrics and trends, identifying systemic issues, perform benchmarking, and work with Product Development leadership through project review and approval processes. Job Responsibilities Demonstrates specialized expertise in project management of complex product development programs. Demonstrates expert-level skill in audits of applicable program timelines from Project Initiate to through Project Close, enabling world-class delivery timing. Resolves complex problems related to product development (PD) scheduling, expenses, resource utilization, and training. Communicates complicated concepts to others in a clear, concise, and understandable manner. Coaches and mentors team members in both technical and career development areas. Provides expert guidance to support the maintenance of the knowledge base of program management information: lead times, capital costs, material expense, resource usage, and After Action Review (AAR) lessons learned. Education Requirements Bachelor's Degree Required Education Specifications Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Business or related area is Required. Experience Requirements Required Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience Demonstrated ability to successfully lead projects demonstrating proficiency in the use of project management tools and principles. Proven track record in continuous improvement tools, competencies, and application of the CI competencies to business processes generating positive business results. Demonstrated application of lean product development tools and competencies that have led to the successful creation or change of product development processes. Demonstrated accomplishment in coaching, mentoring, and leading teams leading to the attainment of business objectives. We offer an inclusive compensation package for all salaried employees including, but not limited to, annual bonus programs, employee discounts on motorcycles and related products, general merchandise, and more. We welcome everybody to join our family and be united no matter who you are or where you come from. Learn more about Harley-Davidson ( here ). Direct Reports: Yes Travel Required: More than 75% Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or visa transfer Relocation: This position is eligible for domestic relocation assistance (within posted country) Experience Level Senior Level