Senior Project Manager, R&D and Product Development

Culligan Retail North America is a leading provider of water filtration solutions. The Senior Project Manager, R&D and Product Development will manage a portfolio of projects across innovation, cost savings, packaging evolution, and product renovation.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in program or product management within consumer products, appliances, filtration, or related technical fields.
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional programs involving engineering, regulatory, and manufacturing disciplines.
• Proven ability to translate technical complexity into clear, actionable plans for non-technical stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and presentation skills.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable operating in an ambiguous, fast-moving environment.
• Understanding of brand, sales, operations and finance functions in consumer-packaged goods; proven ability manage stakeholder satisfaction throughout the new product development process.
• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Asana, or Jira).
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field (MBA or advanced degree preferred).
• Project management certification (PMP or similar).
• Experience managing or mentoring technical contributors (engineers, designers, or technicians).
• Working knowledge of filtration systems, mechanical assemblies, and regulated product design.
• Experience working with global suppliers or contract manufactures.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health, dental, vision, life, disability benefits
• 401(k)