Director/Manager Program Management

About Us

We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.

Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!

Description

The Residential Light Commercial HVAC line of business at Copeland is looking for a Manager/Director of Program Management to drive the growth and profitability of our Residential Light Commercial business. Part of the overall $4.5B Copeland business, Residential Light Commercial HVAC is a $1.5B line of business with a large served market, manufacturing locations in the United States and Mexico, and projecting strong growth across several segments.

The Manager/Director of Residential Light Commercial Program Management will play a strategic leadership role guiding the new product development (NPD) process, advancing new technologies, and managing product platforms to drive out cost and complexity. They will manage a high-performing program management team in Sidney, Ohio.

This is a highly visible role through all levels of Copeland leadership, and reports to the Sr. Director of Residential Light Commercial Program Management HVAC.

As The Manager/Director Of Program Management, You Will

- Manage and mentor a team of program managers

- Define and track key performance metrics to measure product success and identify areas for improvement

- Manage platform complexity, quality, cost reduction, and other sustaining activities

- Oversee and manage product lifecycle - from ideation, market introduction, growth, to eventual phaseouts (ramp-up and ramp-down)

- Lead competitive analysis process with strong cross functional alignment

- Be the voice of program management for enhanced business analytic tools

- Support product management and work closely with engineering, marketing, sales, procurement, manufacturing and other teams to ensure successful product-related activities

- Support executive presentations and communicating to all levels of leadership, as appropriate

- Lead execution of new product development (NPD) programs

- Oversee stage-gate process, including managing program requirements, schedule, and cost

- Improve processes for faster NPD and technology maturity

- Oversee NPD and portfolio reviews

- Drive strategic project prioritization based on need and resources

Competencies

- Leadership and Team Management: Strong leadership skills, experience managing and mentoring project teams

- Critical Thinking: Ability to think critically, navigate in complex, ambiguous situations to drive business results

- Communication and Collaboration: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams

- Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to analyze data, identify problems, and develop solutions

- Program Management Expertise: Deep understanding of program management methodologies, tools, and best practices

- Technical Aptitude: Understanding the technical aspects of products and product development

Required Education, Experiences & Skills

- Bachelor’s degree plus 8-10 years relevant experience

- Experience in program management, product management, engineering, product development, and/or related field

- Strong interpersonal skills, along with excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to comfortably engage with executive leadership

- High program, product, and business aptitude

- Travel: 10%

Preferred Education, Experiences & Skills

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Marketing or equivalent

- Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA)

- HVAC industry experience

- Previous experience leading a Program Management team

Why Work in the Greater Miami Valley Area

Our facility is located in Sidney, OH conveniently located within driving distance to several larger cities, such as Dayton, Troy, and Columbus. The area’s generally low costs of living, excellent school systems, and low crime rates create a family-friendly environment. The area is home to several growing communities with restaurants, festivals, shopping, and arts scenes that make them exciting places to live and work.

About our Location

The newly renovated Sidney campus has 1M square feet of manufacturing floor with an additional 120k square feet of leading-edge lab facilities. This location is the headquarters for the air conditioning and cold chain businesses. Through our 30 years of scroll compressor expertise, our air conditioning related products help bring comfort and convenience in commercial, industrial and residential spaces. The cold chain business helps ensure that food safely and efficiently travels from farm to fork. Approximately 1600 employees work in Sidney, who all support a multitude of business functions. With the blend of businesses and functions represented under this one roof, there are many opportunities for advancement within the Sidney location

Onsite Work Arrangement

This role is based fully onsite, and not eligible for hybrid or remote work opportunities

Our Commitment to Our People

Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial.

Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally.

Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave.

Together, we have the opportunity – and the power – to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team!

Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging

At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce. Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.

Work Authorization

Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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