Project Manager - NPI

Smartrend Manufacturing Group • Winnipeg, MB

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About The Position

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Project Manager to lead and manage New Product Introduction (NPI) projects from concept through launch. This role requires a strategic thinker who can coordinate cross-functional teams, manage timelines and budgets, mitigate risks, and ensure seamless execution of NPI processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field (Master’s or PMP certification preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in project or program management, with significant experience in NPI or product development environments.
• Strong understanding of product lifecycle management (PLM) and NPI best practices.
• Experience working in a cross-functional and fast-paced product development environment.
• Proficient with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s or PMP certification

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of NPI projects, ensuring alignment with company goals and product strategy.
• Proactively drive cross-functional teams including Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Marketing, and Finance to meet committed timelines and milestones, challenge delays or gaps, and escalate issues requiring management attention.
• Balance technical requirements with cost, timing, manufacturability, and business priorities when making project decisions.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, risk registers, and status reports.
• Facilitate stage-gate reviews and ensure compliance with NPI governance frameworks.
• Identify potential risks, issues, and resource constraints early and drive resolution plans.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with stakeholders at all levels, including executive leadership.
• Coordinate prototype builds, validation activities, and product readiness for manufacturing scale-up.
• Track and report project performance metrics and drive continuous improvement of NPI processes.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, depending on experience
• Group insurance plan with health spending account
• Paid Vacation
• Company paid shutdown from Christmas to New Years
• Matching RRSP program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level