Project Manager - Product Development

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Trek is an awesome place to work, with amazing benefits for all employees. We build only products we love, provide incredible hospitality to our customers, and change the world by getting more people on bikes. When you're on our team, you're taken care of, encouraged to learn and grow, and given lots of opportunities to do so. Give us your best, and we'll give it right back. Sound pretty sweet? Then come join us!

Job Description

As a Project Manager in Product Development, you will manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. This role requires strong collaboration with Product Managers, Directors, Engineers, and Designers within a specified category, providing guidance on individual projects and supporting overall portfolio planning.

As part of a global organization, you will work with team members across different regions, ensuring alignment and effective communication. The ideal candidate will:

• Successfully manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously

• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and follow-through

• Assist in defining and finalizing project scope and parameters

• Focus on delivering milestones on time and within budget

• Develop comprehensive project plans and contingency plans as needed

Key Responsibilities

Long-Term Planning

• Collaborate with Product Management and Directors to develop long-term strategic plans for assigned categories.

Project Planning

• Assist in defining project scope and objectives, engaging all relevant stakeholders.

• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.

• Develop detailed plans for engineering projects

• Monitor project risks and create contingency plans as needed.

Leadership & Communication

• Demonstrate exceptional communication skills to manage relationships across all stakeholders.

• Establish effective communication methods for project plans, weekly updates, changes, and critical milestones.

• Coordinate globally with forecasting, supply chain, suppliers, engineering, P1, product, and other cross-functional teams.

• Report progress and escalate issues to management as necessary.

Project Prioritization

• Ensure timely kickoff and delivery of projects according to seasonal and strategic timelines.

• Present and review launch dates with Product teams to align with Program Management goals.

Process Development

• Communicate process deviations to the Director of Program Management for approval and documentation.

• Continuously seek opportunities to improve efficiency in product development processes.

• Review lessons learned and update processes accordingly.

Requirements

• Preferred: Experience with project management tools such as Workfront, Microsoft Teams and Agile methodologies.

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years in project management

• Background: Engineering experience is a plus, but not required

• Certifications: MCPM or PMP a plus

• Specialized Experience: Managing electronics-related projects is a plus, but not required

• Skills: Skilled in project, resource, and portfolio planning, leveraging prioritization and time management to drive successful delivery in fastpaced environments.

• Travel: Ability to travel internationally and within the U.S. 1-2 times per year

• Flexibility: Availability for evening calls (1-2 nights per week)

Trek Benefits:

• Flexible and fun company culture
• Competitive health care
• PPO & HDHP medical plan options, Dental insurance, Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Free life insurance & optional term life insurance
• Competitive vacation package
• 401(k) with match and Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOP)
• 12 weeks of maternity leave with 100% pay
• Flexible holiday schedule - 10 company holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $15,000! (Undergraduate & Masters programs)
• Employee discounts on all product
• Deep partner retail discounts

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") Employer. Trek strictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

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