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Location: Fond du Lac, WI

Workplace Category: Hybrid

Travel Required: Occasional; 20+%

Direct Reports: No

Pay Range: $103,200 - $144,000

Visa Sponsorship: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Relocation: Yes

Innovation is the heart of Brunswick. See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality

Mercury Marine is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineering Program Manager to help deliver an exciting funnel of new/existing products. As a Program Manager, you will lead, guide, and coordinate cross-functional teams through our product development process. Reporting to the Sr. Director of Supplier Quality, this highly visible role will also focus on analytic and strategic initiatives for product development and launch initiatives for their assigned product.

At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.

Key Responsibilities:

Execute Supplier Quality activities for product development programs as part of a cross-functional team to:

• The successful candidate will develop, lead, and drive the project schedule and monitor/report progress on all key performance metrics (schedule, scope, cost, tooling, and risk) regularly.
• This position is an integral part of the larger Product Management team and works in alignment with the Procurement Program Manager.
• Work collaboratively across multiple functional groups within Mercury Marine- with Engineering, Procurement, Manufacturing, Service, Marketing, Category, and more.
• Approach your program with an ownership mentality, including in governance, KPI, and presentations to senior leadership, while maintaining Mercury's consensus-based culture.
• Whenever exceptions arise, you will be called upon to assess risk, manage critical decision inputs & dates, generate & execute backup plans, and communicate status and program implications.
• Ability to manage multiple programs from small to large scope.
• Collaborate across multiple plants to engage stakeholders if needed.
• Coordinate program review with supplier quality Managers and engineers on a monthly basis.
• Perform risk management analysis to mitigate risks
• Manage the stage gate system of Mercury (HPPD) and APQP
• Judgment: Adopts a strategic, analytical, and carefully weighted decision-making process in the evaluations of alternative scenarios
• Is a keen listener, provides challenging/stretch assignments, encourages development, confronts and deals with performance issues effectively and delegates tasks effectively in order to develop others

Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent degree
• Minimum of 5 years of prior experience in project/program management are required
• Supply Chain management experience is required
• Proven success in project management and cross-functional team leadership
• Strong data analysis abilities and software skills, including Microsoft Excel and Power BI; proficient with Word, PowerPoint, and Project
• Proficient with engineering prints and specifications, APQP, and PPAP processes
• Excellent time management and organization skills; able to manage multiple ongoing projects and adapt to changing business needs
• Positive attitude, ethics, and international values to promote a healthy, diverse, high-performance culture
• Possess strong communication skills, including written and verbal, as well as interpersonal skills
• Analytic and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to digest complex information and make data-driven decisions.
• Passionate problem solver and creative thinker with ability to pitch new ideas and be open to feedback.
• Dynamic and agile: Ability to think in a creative and strategic way but are adept at delivering operationally to ensure tasks are followed through to completion.
• Ability to work efficiently and flexibly to deliver results.
• Strong decision-making and prioritization skills, especially when multiple trade-offs are involved and faster decisions are required
• Change Management: Ability to adapt to change, anticipate future needs, is flexible, overcome resistance to change, and demonstrate managerial courage
• Problem Solving: Is able to understand and evaluate complex issues and devise and implement successful solutions.
• Results oriented, can see hidden problems, takes a logical approach and probes fruitful sources for answers.
• Open-minded and transparent.
• Decision Making: Uses critical thinking skills, has a track record of making high-quality decisions, does not hesitate when making decisions, is confident, and is action-oriented.
• Develop a reporting system to show program performance to senior leadership.
• Possesses a can-do attitude and the desire to go above and beyond.
• Ability to lead and train others.
• Occasional day and/or overnight travel, up to 20%, domestic and international. This role may also require occasional calls outside of normal business hours to support global operations and supplier coordination.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project Management Institute (PMI) certification) Preferred
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Preferred

The hiring range for this position is $103,200 to $144,000 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary based on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate's qualifications and the business context.

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), well-being program, product purchase discounts and much more. Details about our benefits can be found here.

Why Brunswick:

Brunswick Corporation is a leader in the marine industry, and we're looking for people just like you to take part in the movement towards better boating for all. We rely on the thoughtful input of people from all backgrounds to create compelling, innovative products for our customers around the globe. As such, diversity, equity, and inclusion are priorities in the enduring culture of our company. As a world leader in emerging recreational products and technologies, when you join our team, you become part of some of the most innovative, forward-looking brands in the marine industry today.

About Mercury Marine:

Headquartered in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, Mercury Marine is the world's leading manufacturer of recreational marine propulsion engines. A division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), Mercury provides engines, boats, services and parts for recreational, commercial and government marine applications. Mercury empowers boaters with products that are easy to use, extremely reliable and backed by the most dedicated customer support in the world. The company's industry-leading brand portfolio includes Mercury outboard engines, Mercury MerCruiser sterndrive and inboard packages, Mercury propellers, Mercury inflatable boats, Mercury SmartCraft electronics, Land 'N' Sea marine parts distribution and Mercury and Quicksilver parts and oils. More information is available at MercuryMarine.com.

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