Project Leader - Product Operations

Company: Robert Bosch Tool Corporation NA
Location: Mount Prospect
Posted on: June 19, 2022

Job Description:

Company DescriptionAre you passionate about new product development, particularly in the power tool market, where you are expert in understanding what our end-users use and need in terms of applications and requirements? Do you have a comprehensive understanding of market research methodologies and voice of the customer information in developing specific products and programs? Do you have a track record of bringing new and innovative products to the market, not only here but internationally- we're influencing the global market from right here in Mt. Prospect. Now, cool tools are only cool when they also meet the demands of the business- so you need to understand sales, profitability and market share targets for your products and have an understanding of what our competitors are doing in the market so that we can not only respond but leapfrog them. You'll be a collaborator and an influencer with a desire to WIN!We are the Robert Bosch Tool Corporation and we need your expertise. Join our growing team and influence the direction of the cordless tool market!Job DescriptionAs Project Leader - Product Operations, you are a critical contributor on the team, you will be working on a variety of initiatives across the division. This role is driving key results to move our product roadmap forward. You will be involved in the product development process to ensure on time launches for locally postponed items.This is a highly visible, cross-functional position that offers a lot of diversity in work and projects. Some of the key responsibilities include:

• You will be leading the product postponement process with our distribution center and will collaborate with various stakeholders across the organization (product safety, quality management, purchasing, etc.)
• As part of the postponement process you'll be in the driver seat to source all items required for a finished good with the purchasing team (cartons, product manuals, etc.)
• You are used to dealing with always evolving IT systems i.e. SAP.
• You'll be leading the setup of new and maintenance of product master data
• You can think outside the box and implement your creativity into existing processes
• You have a pro-active and hands-on mindset, experience in project leadership, are capable of driving several initiatives at the same time, and stay organized under pressure
• You'll be owning the product discontinuance processQualifications
  • A Bachelor's degree is required, however will consider 5-10 years of applicable experiences in lieu of degree. Post graduate degree is preferred.
  • 7+ years of Project Leader experience is required.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification is highly desired.
  • You have robust experience using SAP and handling of master data, minimally 7+ years.
  • As Project Leader, you are highly collaborative, partnering with internal and external teams and agencies. You are able to build cohesive partnerships and influence others.
  • You have Packaging Development experience.Additional InformationBOSCH is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) Initiatives
    --- FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)
    --- AWIM (A World In Motion)By choice, we are committed to a diverse workforce - EOE/Protected Veteran/Disabled.Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization unavailable.

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