We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. The Senior Manager of NPI Project Management (PMO) will lead the strategic execution of New Product Introduction (NPI) programs across the Enclosures segment. This role is responsible for overseeing and managing project and program management processes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, and optimizing project execution and delivery. The Director will work closely with business unit leaders, product management, and engineering leaders to drive direction on project selection, prioritization, and execution, ensuring resources are aligned to meet key business objectives across all business units within the segment. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in driving standardized methodologies, improving resource efficiency, managing risks, and fostering continuous improvement to deliver successful NPI outcomes. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Team Leadership and Development: Lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing global project management team specializing in NPI program execution. Set strategic goals aligned with organizational vision, develop a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement, and empower the team to drive excellence in project delivery. - Project Portfolio Management: Collaborate with key partners to drive the selection and prioritization of NPI projects, connected to our strategic objectives and business goals. - Cross-Functional Coordination: Partner closely with business units, engineering, product management, and operations teams to ensure alignment of project priorities, resources, and timelines, facilitating seamless execution of programs. - NPI Execution and Delivery: Oversee end-to-end execution of projects, ensuring on-time delivery, within scope, and on budget while maintaining high-quality outcomes. - Standardization and Methodology: Develop, implement, and maintain standardized project and program management methodologies, tools, and best practices to ensure consistent execution across NPI projects. - Resource Allocation: Optimize resource planning and allocation across projects, balancing capacity dynamically to meet changing business priorities and ensure effective utilization. - Performance Monitoring and Reporting: Define, track, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure project and program performance ensuring visibility and accountability. - Risk Management: Identify, assess, and proactively mitigate risks to minimize disruptions and ensure smooth execution of projects and programs. - Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including general managers, engineering leaders, and product teams, providing regular updates and aligning expectations on project status, milestones, and strategic priorities. - Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous evaluation and enhancement of project management processes, tools, and methodologies to improve efficiency and scalability of programs. - Governance and Compliance: Ensure adherence to organizational governance frameworks, industry standards, and regulatory requirements across all NPI projects. - Design Quality Assurance: Champion quality assurance processes to ensure all NPI deliverables meet required standards and customer expectations. QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field; advanced degrees preferred (MBA, Master’s in Engineering). - 10+ years of experience in program/project management, with a strong focus on NPI programs and cross-functional leadership. - Consistent record in leading large-scale, complex projects and driving successful product introductions. - Proficiency in and demonstrated expertise in implementing and scaling PMO practices, tools, and processes. - PMP, PgMP, or other relevant project/program management certifications. - Experience in governance frameworks, compliance with regulatory standards, and risk management. - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities to drive efficiency and optimize project outcomes. - Outstanding ability to lead cross-functional teams, optimize resource utilization, and prioritize projects effectively. - Experience in manufacturing, industrial, or engineering-focused organizations. - Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills to foster collaboration and drive alignment. - Willingness to travel (up to 25%, including internationally) for team and customer engagement. **WE HAVE:** + A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day + At nVent, we believe safer systems ensure a more secure world. We connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high-performance products and solutions for mission-critical equipment, buildings and essential processes. Our solutions are helping build a more sustainable and electrified world. + We are a $3.3B company with a dedicated team of more than 11,000 employees around the globe. Our comprehensive portfolio of enclosures, electrical and fastening, and thermal management solutions dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, RAYCHEM and SCHROFF. + Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work + We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide + Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money + Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being: + Innovative & adaptable + Dedicated to absolute integrity + Focused on the customer first + Respectful and team oriented + Optimistic and energizing + Accountable for performance + Benefits to support the lives of our employees **Pay Transparency** nVent’s pay scale is based on the expected range of base pay for this job and the employee’s work location. Employee pay within this range will be based on a combination of factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and performance. Where federal, state, or local minimum wage requirements exist, employee pay will comply. **Compensation Range:** $146,300.00 - $271,700.00 Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives. **Benefit Overview** At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for full-time employees that includes: + Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance. + A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match. + Other supplemental benefits such as tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and legal & identity theft protection. At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth. \#LI-TC1 At nVent, we are committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law.