{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"e0572c6ce89efc33bc24a06e","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/e0572c6ce89efc33bc24a06e","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/e0572c6ce89efc33bc24a06e","title":"Program Manager","description":"A Little About Us: Operating since 1968, Newmar Corporation has been helping customers explore the outdoor lifestyle, enabling extraordinary mobile experiences as they travel, live, work, and play. Newmar has been synonymous in the RV industry with luxury, quality, and innovative motor coaches. In every part of our company, we relentlessly pursue continuous improvement and enhanced productivity, driving out waste, and creating meaningful strategic differentiation. Newmar is part of Winnebago Industries, Inc. a leading U.S. manufacturer of outdoor lifestyle experiences under the Winnebago, Newmar, Grand Design, Chris-Craft, and Barletta brands.\nPrimary Objective of Position: We are seeking a results-driven Project Manager to lead cross-functional product development initiatives from concept through launch. This role is critical in managing timelines, resources, and deliverables within a structured stage-gate development process, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer expectations. The ideal candidate will have experience in vehicle development programs and a strong understanding of engineering, manufacturing, and regulatory requirements in the RV, automotive, or heavy truck sectors.\nKey Areas of Responsibility\nProject Leadership\nLead product development projects across vehicle platforms, managing scope, schedule, budget, and risk.\nFacilitate cross-functional collaboration between engineering, design, manufacturing, purchasing, and quality teams.\nDrive execution through all phases of the stage-gate process: concept, feasibility, development, validation, launch, and post-launch review.\nStage-Gate Process Management\nDevelop and maintain project plans, gate reviews, and milestone tracking.\nEnsure deliverables are completed on time and meet quality and cost targets at each gate.\nCoordinate documentation and approvals required for gate transitions.\nCommunication & Reporting\nProvide regular updates to leadership and stakeholders on project status, risks, and mitigation plans.\nPrepare executive-level presentations and reports for program reviews.\nServe as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.\nIndustry-Specific Execution\nManage projects involving interior, exterior, and electrical systems tailored to RVs\nEnsure compliance with FMVSS, RVIA, and other relevant standards.\nSupport prototype builds, pilot production, and launch readiness activities.\nContinuous Improvement\nIdentify opportunities to improve project execution, resource utilization, and product quality.\nContribute to the refinement of the stage-gate process and project management best practices.\n\nEducation & Experience\nBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field; PMP certification preferred.\n5+ years of project management experience ;automotive, heavy truck, or RV industry preferred.\nProven experience managing projects within a stage-gate product development framework.\nStrong understanding of vehicle systems and development lifecycle.\nExcellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.\nProficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira).\nAbility to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.","company":"Newmar","rawCompany":"newmar","city":"Nappanee","state":"IN","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-12T21:28:51.659Z","occupations":[{"code":"13-1082.00","title":"Project Management Specialists","slug":"project-management-specialists"},{"code":"15-1299.09","title":"Information Technology Project Managers","slug":"information-technology-project-managers"},{"code":"11-9021.00","title":"Construction Managers","slug":"construction-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"336211","title":"Motor Vehicle Body Manufacturing","slug":"motor-vehicle-body-manufacturing"},{"code":"336214","title":"Travel Trailer and Camper Manufacturing","slug":"travel-trailer-and-camper-manufacturing"},{"code":"336213","title":"Motor Home Manufacturing","slug":"motor-home-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Program Manager","description":"A Little About Us: Operating since 1968, Newmar Corporation has been helping customers explore the outdoor lifestyle, enabling extraordinary mobile experiences as they travel, live, work, and play. Newmar has been synonymous in the RV industry with luxury, quality, and innovative motor coaches. In every part of our company, we relentlessly pursue continuous improvement and enhanced productivity, driving out waste, and creating meaningful strategic differentiation. Newmar is part of Winnebago Industries, Inc. a leading U.S. manufacturer of outdoor lifestyle experiences under the Winnebago, Newmar, Grand Design, Chris-Craft, and Barletta brands.\nPrimary Objective of Position: We are seeking a results-driven Project Manager to lead cross-functional product development initiatives from concept through launch. This role is critical in managing timelines, resources, and deliverables within a structured stage-gate development process, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer expectations. The ideal candidate will have experience in vehicle development programs and a strong understanding of engineering, manufacturing, and regulatory requirements in the RV, automotive, or heavy truck sectors.\nKey Areas of Responsibility\nProject Leadership\nLead product development projects across vehicle platforms, managing scope, schedule, budget, and risk.\nFacilitate cross-functional collaboration between engineering, design, manufacturing, purchasing, and quality teams.\nDrive execution through all phases of the stage-gate process: concept, feasibility, development, validation, launch, and post-launch review.\nStage-Gate Process Management\nDevelop and maintain project plans, gate reviews, and milestone tracking.\nEnsure deliverables are completed on time and meet quality and cost targets at each gate.\nCoordinate documentation and approvals required for gate transitions.\nCommunication & Reporting\nProvide regular updates to leadership and stakeholders on project status, risks, and mitigation plans.\nPrepare executive-level presentations and reports for program reviews.\nServe as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.\nIndustry-Specific Execution\nManage projects involving interior, exterior, and electrical systems tailored to RVs\nEnsure compliance with FMVSS, RVIA, and other relevant standards.\nSupport prototype builds, pilot production, and launch readiness activities.\nContinuous Improvement\nIdentify opportunities to improve project execution, resource utilization, and product quality.\nContribute to the refinement of the stage-gate process and project management best practices.\n\nEducation & Experience\nBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field; PMP certification preferred.\n5+ years of project management experience ;automotive, heavy truck, or RV industry preferred.\nProven experience managing projects within a stage-gate product development framework.\nStrong understanding of vehicle systems and development lifecycle.\nExcellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.\nProficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira).\nAbility to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.","datePosted":"2026-04-12T21:28:51.659Z","dateModified":"2026-04-12T21:28:51.659Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Newmar","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Nappanee","addressRegion":"IN","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"e0572c6ce89efc33bc24a06e"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/e0572c6ce89efc33bc24a06e"}}