Program Manager Digital Tools & Apps

The Program Manager – Digital Tools & Apps will provide hands-on Project Management and Technical leadership for Air and Water Digital Tools and Mobile Application solutions. This is a key position in the Product Strategy team within Rheem’s Enterprise organization, leading strategies for digital technologies and systems solutions for Rheem’s Water and Air business units.

This position will serve our Enterprise Division and can be located in the following locations on a Hybrid capacity- Indianapolis, IN.

Responsibilities

Work with key stakeholders to define project scope, timing, and deliverables.

Collaborate with multiple stakeholders to define, lead, and monitor the activities of cross functional project teams.

Active engagement with Product Management, S/W, H/W, app, cloud and product development teams over the digital product life cycle to ensure that work products are planned, documented, and completed.

Collaborate with product managers, project managers, and stakeholders to ensure that physical projects, controls projects, and mobile application projects are strategically aligned and on track to hit customer installation / service experience requirements.

Develop / Maintain / Update a project plan that includes: deliverables, builds, key dependencies, and schedule.

Maintain and publish project plans, project metrics, and project issue trackers.

Establish regular project team meetings for stakeholders to share status, monitor / plan progress, and resolve cross cutting issues.

Document / Define / Update (in conjunction with app, cloud, software, hardware, and extended team) business and product requirements.

Document / Define / Update (in conjunction with app, cloud, software, hardware, and extended team) digital product requirements build and verification plans.

Participate in design reviews to ensure that products have required features.

Develop, review and modify Agile project plans, ensuring timelines, budget and deliverables are accurately tracked

Provide support and guidance to the development team

Ensure project artifacts such as user stories, acceptance criteria, and test cases are properly documented

Identify and address impediments and blockers, escalating when necessary.

Utilize Agile tools such as Jira to track team progress, productivity, and individual performance.

Measure and report on team performance and progress, as well as identify opportunities for improvement.

Mentor team members on Agile values and principles.

Qualifications

Knowledge of project management processes and methodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, and Scrum.

Proficient in using project management software and tools such as JIRA and MS Project.

Knowledge of budgeting and financial management.

Firm grasp of risk management practices.

Ability to create and manage project plans, timelines, and milestones.

An innovative solution-first spirit and an ability to think creatively.

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer, Mechanical, or related field.

7 years of experience in managing projects.

Experience working effectively with multiple departments such as R&D, product management, marketing, manufacturing, service, suppliers, and customers.

Proven track record of developing talent and building effective teams.

Experience with System Requirements Documentation, Requirements Allocation, Requirements Traceability, and Test Case development and execution.

Experience managing embedded systems development over the entire product lifecycle.

Ability to read, understand and implement technical procedures, and government regulations

Ability to create and interpret a variety of schematic, electrical and mechanical diagrams

High technical aptitude

Able to work with cross-functional teams (e.g., product managers, engineers, business teams) and external subject matter experts

Passionate about building and owning innovative, customer facing services/products.

Great presentation and communication skills

Proficient computer skills and in-depth knowledge of relevant software such as MS Office Suite.

Preferred Qualification And Experience

Master’s degree in Engineering or related field.

HVAC / Water Heating industry experience preferred.

Electronics Design Experience

Software Experience

Electronics Manufacturing Experience

Quality / Reliability Experience

Project Management Experience

Six Sigma Green Belt / Black Belt Certification

About Us

At Rheem, we are dedicated to bringing comfort to people’s lives. As a leading global manufacturer of heating, cooling and water heating equipment, we are innovating all-new ways to deliver just the right temperature while saving energy, water and supporting a more sustainable future. It is an exciting challenge that requires a team of talented, passionate people with a diverse set of skills. From engineers to accountants, sales professionals to support experts, Rheem depends on people to power our innovations. Join Rheem, and help shape the future of products that impact lives—every day.

Rheem is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Rheem encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including those of any race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The job description above has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.

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