Sr. Engineering Program Manager

At YETI, we believe that time spent outdoors matters more than ever and our gear can make that time extraordinary. When you work here, you’ll have the opportunity to create exceptional, meaningful work and problem solve with innovative team members by your side. Together, you’ll help our customers get the high-quality gear they need to make the most of their adventures. We are BUILT FOR THE WILD™.

Senior Engineering Program Manager –  Food & Beverages

Join YETI's Operations team and lead the creation of our renowned, durable drinkware.

As a Senior Engineering Program Manager, you'll drive technical projects in a dynamic environment, collaborating with Product team, Design, Engineering, Sourcing, Quality, Finance, Legal our Supplier partners, and more to achieve our strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee complex programs from roadmap to product launch, ensuring quality, cost, and timely delivery.
• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Lead cross-functional teams, ensuring accountability and progress at each development phase.
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks, addressing stakeholder needs across all workstreams.
• Maintain thorough documentation, including project schedules, budgets, and risk registers.
• Communicate project status effectively to stakeholders and leadership.
• Manage multiple workstreams, including sample management and go-to-market support.
• Identify and implement process improvements in new product development.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a STEM-related field.
• 6+ years of program management experience with high-complexity, high-revenue projects.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and time management.
• Ability to manage multiple programs simultaneously.

• Comfortable with change and ambiguity with ability to quickly propose potential solution --> we might need to adjust the wording here, but it's critical that the candidate to have the sense of urgency in managing change, dealing with ambiguity and always come with solution (not just pointing out problems).

• Open to feedback and adaptable to change.
• Effective communicator with both technical and non-technical team members.
• Solid understanding of program management techniques; PMP certification preferred.
• Team player with strong collaborative skills.
• Self-starter with minimal oversight required.
• Experience with injection molding and metal manufacturing is a plus.
• Willingness to travel as needed.
• Ability to manage global project teams.

Ready to make an impact at YETI? Apply now and help us continue our legacy of excellence.

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