Manager Program Management - Ninja Kitchenware

About Us 

SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja, the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market, and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 3,600+ associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.  

At SharkNinja, Managers of Program Management play a critical role in driving the execution of New Product Development (NPD) programs from concept through launch. Managers work cross-functionally with engineering, marketing, operations, and other teams to ensure that product development efforts are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with business goals. This role provides broad exposure to multiple functions and enables delivery of high-quality, consumer-centric products that perform exceptionally in the market.

As a Program Manager, you will help lead efforts to align stakeholders, manage project timelines and risks, and maintain clear communication across the organization. While not directly managing large teams, you will influence cross-functional efforts and ensure accountability across the program lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support and coordinate cross-functional teams through the NPD process to bring products to market on schedule and within scope.

• Track key program elements including timelines, deliverables, risks, and mitigation strategies.

• Partner with Marketing, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to ensure successful product launches.

• Use KPIs and program data to support informed decision-making.

• Identify and escalate project risks, resource gaps, and roadblocks to ensure proactive resolution.

• Help facilitate communication and collaboration across internal and external stakeholders.

• Ensure alignment with go-to-market strategies to maximize program success.

• Document and maintain program plans and communication materials.

Requirements & Attributes:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred.

• 3–6 years of relevant experience in program or project management, preferably in consumer products or manufacturing.

• Experience in product development, engineering, or cross-functional project environments.

• Strong organizational and time management skills; able to manage multiple priorities.

• Effective communicator with the ability to convey complex topics clearly across levels and teams.

• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills; ability to influence without authority.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Project or equivalent PM tools).

• Positive attitude, solution-oriented mindset, and willingness to learn and grow.

• Detail-oriented with a bias toward action and accountability.