Keurig Dr Pepper

Job Overview:

At Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) the consumer is at the heart of everything we do. Join the team at KDP and make a difference to consumers with one of America’s leading producers and distributors of hot and cold beverages helping to satisfy every consumer’s beverage need, anytime and anywhere.

We are looking for a New Product Development Program Manager with experience managing (Hardware & Software) integrated products through the entire new product development lifecycle, from concept to launch. You will oversee multiple projects ranging from high complexity with considerable resource and functional integration to medium complexity projects with fewer resources and risk. Programs are more strategic in nature and focus on longer term business objectives. Scope of projects include new product, business integration, and/or new supply chains

What you will do:

• Drive program execution from advanced development through product launch while closely monitoring product performance, cost and quality.
• Develop program plans and schedules, assemble project teams, assign individual responsibilities, identify appropriate resources needed, and ensure timely completion of projects.
• Communicate and coordinate with senior leadership, external suppliers/vendors, functional area leaders and stakeholders regarding all aspects of projects being managed.
• Represent organization as a prime contact on projects.
• Lead cross-functional teams in development of solutions to a variety of complex problems using business acumen, technical, and interpersonal skills.
• Identify roadblocks and risks and recommend resolution. Identify and resolve conflict, manage interdependencies and resolve issues quickly.
• Ensure solutions are consistent with organization objectives and strategy. Develop, maintain and manage project stakeholders and appropriate communication, engagement and support.
• Supervisory Responsibilities: No direct reports – potential to mentor more junior members of Program Management Office

Characteristics for Success:

• Experience launching products working alongside cross-functional teams.
• Project management professional certification preferred.
• Demonstrated influence/communication skills (verbal, written, presentation) with various levels in organization.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to influence internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated time management skills while delivering multiple objectives.
• Demonstrated business analysis skills.
• Ability to deal with ambiguity and changing priorities.
• Ability to get along with others, be punctual, and follow instructions.
• Ability to follow Keurig Policies and Procedures as well as our Operating Principles.

Ensure high performance results of your team by:

• Fostering a culture of trust and wellbeing that prioritizes the team and values employee contributions
• Driving a shared vision with clear goals and accountability, supported by regular conversations to maximize talent
• Embracing diverse perspectives to foster innovation, learning from both successes and failures
• Establishing a safe environment where team members are motivated, heard, and aligned with clear expectations

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Total Rewards:

Benefits:

Our people are the heart of our business, which is why we offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or business management field
• 7+ years’ experience in project management or comparable experience.
• Experience with Smartsheet or equivalent project management tools
• Experience managing multi-million-dollar capital, expense or commercialization projects
• Experience with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio)
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP system
• Experience with Agile Project Management, Rapid Learning Cycles, or similar Project Management Methodologie

Company Overview:

Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with a portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partners brands and powerful distribution capabilities to provide a beverage for every need, anytime, anywhere. We operate with a differentiated business model and world-class brand portfolio, powered by a talented and engaged team that is anchored in our values. We work with big, exciting beverage brands and the #1 single-serve coffee brewing system in North America at KDP, and we have fun doing it!

Together, we have built a leading beverage company in North America offering hot and cold beverages together at scale. Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation, and growth. Will you join us?

We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team of ~29,000 employees to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. Keurig Dr Pepper recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.