New Product Readiness - Program Manager

The New Product Readiness Program Manager is responsible for ensuring all cross-functional deliverables are complete, mature, and aligned with program expectations ahead of key gate reviews. This role is critical in driving discipline and consistency across product development cycles, supporting the overall readiness of New Product Development (NPD) programs and our core portfolio. 

Key Responsibilities 

Product Data Completeness and Accuracy 

• Own the verification of Salsify setup and product data system accuracy to ensure all consumer-facing attributes and digital content are correct and retail-ready. 

• Partner with product managers, marketing, eComm, and data governance teams to ensure: 

• Product data is complete, validated, and consistent across systems. 

• Salsify and other product data platforms are properly configured to reflect up-to-date specifications, dimensions, claims, and digital assets. 

• Identify and address data integrity gaps before gate approvals or retailer activation milestones. 

Gate Review & Maturity Checks 

• Audit readiness assessments leading up to all product development gate reviews. 

• Evaluate the maturity of deliverables across functions (product, engineering, supply chain, quality, regulatory, marketing, etc.) using a structured readiness checklist or scoring tool. 

• Ensure each function meets the defined entry and exit criteria for gates, escalating gaps or delays to Program Leadership. 

• Support teams in aligning documentation formats and standards with PMO or regulatory expectations. 

• Maintain an organized repository or tracking system for all readiness materials. 

Continuous Improvement 

• Provide feedback and recommendations on improving the readiness review process, tools, templates, and reporting mechanisms. 

• Support training efforts to help new team members understand gate review expectations and documentation standards. 

Qualifications 

Required: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Project Management, or related field. 

• 3–5 years of experience in new product development or program coordination roles. 

• Familiarity with product development lifecycle (PDLC) and stage-gate processes. 

• Strong organizational and communication skills. 

• Detail-oriented with an ability to manage multiple concurrent timelines and priorities. 

• Familiarity with data integrations between PIM and ERP/eComm platforms (e.g., SAP, Salesforce, Shopify, Amazon). 

Preferred: 

• Experience working in a consumer goods, manufacturing, or technology environment. 

• Knowledge of PLM systems (e.g., Agile, Windchill) and documentation control processes. 

• PMP or similar certification is a plus.  

• Technical PD End 2 End process experience 

 Key Skills: 

• Project Coordination 

• Documentation Management 

• Stakeholder Communication 

• Risk Identification & Escalation 

• MS Office Suite, Smartsheet, or equivalent tracking tools