We are seeking a Lead Design Program Manager for a premier global consumer brand's Creative & Design division. In this strategic role, you will optimize design pipelines, align global stakeholders, and drive high-impact cross-functional execution from concept to final delivery.
Responsibilities:
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Workflow Management: Direct project scopes, timelines, and resources using Asana, RACI charts, and dashboards to ensure end-to-end delivery and risk mitigation.
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Cross-Functional Alignment: Sync schedules across Creative, Industrial Design, Product Marketing, and Engineering teams throughout the core Product Lifecycle.
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Stakeholder & Conflict Resolution: Navigate competing priorities and feedback from discipline heads, translating trade-offs into objective options for high-level decision-making.
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Global Collaboration: Facilitate communication across distributed teams, standardizing formats to manage cultural nuances and streamline feedback.
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AI & Automation: Set up and manage AI assistants and digital agents to automate routine administration, maximizing strategic team focus.
Qualifications:
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Experience: Strong background in project/program management balancing complex creative, industrial design, or highly cross-functional workflows.
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Strategic & Process-Driven: Exceptional ability to map big-picture processes into data-driven milestones, timelines, and dashboard outputs.
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Resilient & High EQ: Maintains composure in fast-paced, high-volume environments; skilled in conflict resolution and global team motivation.
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Advanced Communication: Succinct, culturally aware communicator expert at navigating feedback and driving early requirement-setting.
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Tech-Forward: Proficient with modern PM tools and passionate about leveraging AI agents to optimize daily workflows.
