Sr. Program Manager- New Product Introduction

Itron is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water. We create a more resourceful world to protect essential resources for today and tomorrow. Join us. As a Sr. Program Manager– New Product Introduction, you will lead operational excellence for new product introduction initiatives, ensuring successful delivery of hardware programs from concept through production , including pilot builds, industrialization, and manufacturing process transfer . This role is critical to driving collaboration across manufacturing engineering, procurement, logistics, supply chain,   EMS/contract manufacturing partners,   product management, and R&D. You will operate in a dynamic, fast-paced environment at the forefront of innovative grid management solutions.   This  is a high impact role. The selected candidate must be   ​comfortable presenting program status, risks, and recommendations directly to senior executive stakeholders in a clear, concise, and fact-based manner.

Program Leadership: Manage NPI programs from initiation through delivery, ensuring operational readiness and quality outcomes , including pilot builds, process validation, and industrialization milestones . Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with various teams within the company, including Product Business Units, Research & Development, Product Marketing, Global Operations: procurement, logistics, manufacturing, and quality control, Finance , and external EMS/contract manufacturing partners  to implement resiliency measures and foster a culture of preparedness. Program Governance & Reporting: Maintain program status, schedules, and risks within the PMO governance framework; deliver regular portfolio-level reporting to leadership. Continuous Improvement: Apply Kaizen, Lean, and Agile methodologies to optimize processes and enhance efficiency. Technical Oversight: Provide guidance leveraging hands-on engineering experience in mechanical, electrical, or industrial domains. Risk Management: Identify program risks and implement proactive mitigation strategies to ensure uninterrupted progress. Communication: Deliver timely and relevant updates to stakeholders through reports and meetings, fostering transparency and accountability. Customer-Centric Focus: Ensure all program activities align with organizational values and customer expectations. Supplier Coordination: Partner with Global Commodity Managers and key suppliers to support contingency planning, dual sourcing strategies, and alternative supply routes. Data Analysis: Utilize data analytics and technology to monitor and evaluate the performance of the supply chain. Implement data-driven solutions to improve resiliency and responsiveness. Required Skills & Experience Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering OR equivalent practical engineering experience. Proven program management experience in hardware or manufacturing environments. Strong technical knowledge of PCBAs, semiconductor components, and box-build assemblies. Experience with Kaizen, Scrum, Lean, and continuous improvement practices. Proficiency with program management and PLM/ERP tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira, Oracle). Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively across diverse teams. Ability to work in a dynamic, fast paced and high visibility environment. Preferred Skills & Experience PMP certification or equivalent project management credential. Master's degree a plus. Experience working with EMS/contract manufacturing partners. Travel: 0-10% Physical Demands: This is a typical office job, with no special physical requirements or unusual work environment. Candidate must be close to one of the following Itron sites: Austin, TX Raleigh, NC Oconee, SC Benefits Info: This position also includes a competitive benefit package including; financial, social, health and wellbeing programs, paid vacation, 401k matching, employee stock