Job Description Project Planner (New Product Development) Position SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Project Planner with a strong background in new product development and cross-functional collaboration. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in procurement, materials management, and supplier quality, along with the ability to manage complex pilot builds and drive successful execution of product development projects. Key ResponsibilitiesAct as Project Planner, responsible for planning and executing activities for builds in product development projects.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute pilot build plans for new product development, productivity, and continuous improvement initiatives.Manage the ordering of prototype parts throughout the development process, ensuring alignment with category teams, materials, operations, engineering, finance, quality, and field operations.Monitor pilot builds using PFEP, provide status updates, and escalate issues to the Project Manager as necessary.Track and report procurement financial metrics (forecast vs. actual) for pilot builds to the Project Manager and PMO Leader.Update and maintain Project Portfolio Management (PPM) systems to reflect accurate project cost forecasts.Analyze and report actual vs. planned schedule and cost variations across different project stages. Required QualificationsBachelor s degree in Business, Engineering, or Science with a minimum of 10+ years of relevant experience.Excellent verbal and written communication skills with proven ability to collaborate effectively across global teams and manage stakeholders.Strong experience in the new product development (NPD) process, with knowledge of Bill of Materials and parts tracking.Experience in diversified industrial organizations across Procurement, NPD, Engineering, Project Management, Quality, Finance, and/or Operations.Background in supplier development, materials management, and/or supplier quality (preferred).Proficiency in Microsoft Office or similar systems; experience with Oracle in a global environment is a plus.
