Want to apply your years of earned expertise in a meaningful way, developing new solutions in a fun, collaborative environment? Are you looking to join a fast-growing, stable company with highly unique products and a supportive company culture?

SawStop is the world leader in power tool safety, and we're looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our team. Headquartered in Tualatin, Oregon, SawStop is the #1 manufacturer of table saws for the commercial and hobbyist markets, and our safety technology has saved thousands of users from devastating, life-changing table saw injuries. Founded in Oregon, SawStop is part of the TTS Group, a 2,500 employee family-owned company based in Germany with a focus on long-term growth.

SawStop is looking to expand the application of our technologies into new products and markets. The successful applicant will lead cross-functional development teams in an open and creative work environment where invention and dedication are both recognized and rewarded.

PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Project Coordinator is responsible for leading successful delivery of cross-departmental projects; balancing cost, schedule, and performance objectives according to roadmap priorities. Close collaboration with Engineering, Product Management, Marketing, Sales, Service, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, Operations, and our contract manufacturers is required. The Project Coordinator will lead both NPD and post-launch projects from kickoff through implementation, and thus will frequently represent the status and needs of these initiatives to a broad stakeholder group.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Project Planning
  • Work closely with team members to determine the development scope based on business objectives and product requirements
  • Based on established project scope and available resources, document functional work plans and dependencies with input from team members and managers, as appropriate
  • Develop and maintain a project schedule that the project team can commit to delivering and the stakeholders can commit to support. Clearly and continuously communicate plan assumptions and risks to stakeholders
• Project Execution
  • Single-point accountability for strategic project success; true pivot / center locus for project communication
  • Coordinate project team activities to ensure deliverables are on time, at cost, within budget, and meet expected quality and performance targets
  • Track project team progress to plan and work with team proactively to identify and implement mitigations
  • Coordinate and track relevant activities owned by contract manufacturer(s)
  • Solicit additional subject matter expert feedback or resources when project team faces challenges
  • Periodically solicit feedback from project team members, their functional managers, and stakeholders to understand their needs
  • Continuously identify, assess, and update the project issues and risks, effectively evaluate and prioritize mitigation plans
  • Coordinate preparation for all project builds through initial production lot
  • Lead project risk management analyses and planning meetings

• Project Financials
  • Monitor and track project expenses
• Project Reporting & Communication
  • Schedule, create agendas, facilitate, and document regular project meetings
  • Initiate on-demand topical discussions with key stakeholders to escalate team needs as barriers to progress emerge
  • Clearly and effectively share overall project status, risks, issues, mitigations, and any breaking needs to stakeholder team as appropriate
  • Facilitate effective meetings and actively drive effective decision-making
  • Prepare and collect documentation from functional team members to satisfy NPD gate requirements
  • Responsible for all communication with NPD project contract manufacturer(s), other than that which is within the domain of Supply Chain: price, contract terms, and associated negotiations
  • Responsible for all regular communication of project health, status, and needs with executive team. Note: Product requirements, the roadmap, portfolio and individual product P&L, launch plan and associate communications are the responsibility of the relevant Product Manager
• Miscellaneous
  • International travel is possible but not frequently or for extended periods

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience managing projects of moderate size and complexity (ideally including at least two of the following: electrical, software, mechanical, and contract manufacturing)
• Effective communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and make decisions under pressure
• Working familiarity with at least one project management software systems, such as Microsoft Project, Planisware, Smartsheet, or LiquidPlanner, etc
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint)
• Self-starter, internally motivated
• Proactive, problem-solving nature

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 yr experience managing consumer goods product development projects
• Prior development experience with consumer, industrial, or aerospace products
• Basic understanding of financial/accounting fundamentals
• Studies in Project Management and/or current or past Project Management certification
• STEM background
• Ability to solve problems creatively

COMPANY PROFILE

SawStop is the world leader in power tool safety.

Headquartered in Tualatin, Oregon we design, engineer, and manufacture innovative power tools and accessories for the commercial and hobbyist woodworking markets. All SawStop power tools feature our patented safety technology that has saved tens of thousands of users from devastating, life-changing table saw injuries.

Our commitment to quality, innovation and safety over the past 20 years has made us the best in the industry. And our future looks just as bright as we accelerate our investments in new advancements in woodworking safety and performance. Redoubling our focus on product innovation and best-in-class quality to expand our product line and reach new markets means that we are growing fast and looking to expand and strengthen our dynamic team.

Learn more about why SawStop is a great place to work.

Benefits

Our Team Members are what make SawStop special. That's why we're committed to taking care of our team through a comprehensive benefits program.

• Employee-Centered Medical Plan - 95% paid for the employee and eligible dependents
• Available Health Savings Plan
• 100% Paid Dental
• 100% Paid Vision
• Hybrid Work Schedule (Role-Dependent)
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program for Mental Health Services
• 401k Retirement Plans with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Tutoring Support for Team Member's Kids (Grades K-12)
• Competitive Compensation Package
• Opportunities for Professional Development

Please include cover letter and updated resume when applying.