Mid Level Program Development Manager Jobs

Job Title: NPD Program Manager
Report To: Product Marketing Manager

Overview:

We are seeking a highly organized, results-driven NPD Program Manager to join our team. The NPD Program Manager will lead the planning, coordination, and execution of New Product Development (NPD) projects from concept through commercialization. This role is responsible for ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and aligned with business objectives while facilitating collaboration across multiple departments. This individual will work cross-functionally with Engineering, Product Management, Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Marketing, and external partners to drive project success, manage risks, and ensure successful product launches.

Responsibilities:

- Manage New Product Development (NPD) projects from concept through launch and post-launch review
- Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, milestones, and deliverables to ensure timely execution
- Coordinate cross-functional teams to align project activities, priorities, and resources
- Facilitate project meetings, document meeting notes and action items, and drive accountability for project deliverables
- Monitor project progress and proactively identify, communicate, and mitigate risks and issues
- Ensure project requirements, objectives, and deliverables remain aligned with approved scope and business goals
- Track and report project status, key milestones, risks, and performance metrics to stakeholders and leadership
- Support stage-gate processes and ensure required documentation is completed and maintained throughout the project lifecycle
- Collaborate with Product Management and Engineering teams to support product development activities and decision-making
- Manage project changes, scope adjustments, and resource requirements while maintaining alignment with business priorities
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to project management processes, tools, and NPD execution

Basic Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, or related field
- 3-5 years of experience in project management
- Experience leading cross-functional projects in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously with competing priorities
- Proficiency with project management tools and software
- Strong problem-solving and risk management capabilities
- Ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of an organization

Preferred Qualifications:

- Project Management certification or equivalent project management training
- Experience managing New Product Development (NPD) projects from concept through commercialization
- Familiarity with stage-gate product development methodologies
- Experience supporting cross-functional product launch activities
- Experience in manufacturing, industrial, or electric utility environments

Salary:

The compensation range for this position is $83K-$120K annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc.

Why join us

- We are a global company, and our culture is defined by our Values — Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship. Check out this video! The Terex purpose
- Safety is an absolute way of life. We expect all team members to prioritize safety and commit to Zero Harm.
- Our top priority is creating an inclusive environment where every team member feels safe, supported, and valued.
- We make a positive impact by providing innovative solutions, engaging our people, and operating in a sustainable way.
- We are committed to helping team members reach their full potential.
- Through innovation and collaboration, our vision remains forward-looking, and we aim to be a catalyst for change, inspiring others to build a better world for generations.
- We offer competitive salaries, health insurance (medical, dental, vision, Rx), life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), short-term and long-term disability, extended leave options, paid time off, company holidays, 401k matching, employee stock purchase plan, legal assistance, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement and discount programs.

If you are interested in an open position but feel you may not meet all the listed qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.

About Terex:

Terex Corporation is a global leader in specialized equipment solutions, serving essential sectors such as emergency services, waste and recycling, utilities, and construction. Our diversified portfolio positions us in resilient, high-demand markets with strong long-term growth potential. We design and manufacture advanced specialty vehicles—including fire, ambulance, and recreational vehicles—alongside waste collection vehicles, materials processing machinery, mobile elevating work platforms, and equipment for the electric utility industry. Through our global dealer, parts and service network and true value-creating digital solutions, we deliver best-in-class lifecycle support, helping customers maximize return on investment. With a strong manufacturing footprint in the United States and operations across Europe, India, and Asia Pacific, Terex combines global reach with local expertise to capture opportunities worldwide. Our strategy is clear: exceed customer expectations, invest in innovation, leverage our diversified portfolio, and deliver consistent, profitable growth for our shareholders.

Additional Information:

We are passionate about producing equipment that helps improve the lives of people around the world and providing our team members with a rewarding career and the opportunity to make an impact. We are committed to recruiting, engaging, developing, and retaining team members at all levels of our global workforce. Our culture is defined by our Terex Way Values – Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship. Our values are the driving force behind our commitment to maintain an inclusive, supportive, non-discriminatory, and safe workplace for all team members. To that end, we are committed to actively foster a culture where every team member feels valued, listened to, and appreciated. We are committed to being fair and impartial in our decisions.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability, including disabled veterans, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting the recruiting department at Globaltalentacquisitions@terex.com.

The Company offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits, including paid vacation, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision.