Technical Program Manager

Kimberly-Clark • Atlanta, GA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

You were made to do this work: exploring uncharted questions, engineering innovative solutions, advancing scientific understanding, and constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. You want to be part of a performance culture dedicated to solving real-world problems with purpose and precision. You want to work in an environment that promotes sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development. In this role, you’ll help us shape the future and improve lives for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU. In this role, you will: Lead complex, cross‑functional product development programs for our dispenser and smart/IoT solutions portfolio. Own programs from concept through launch and post‑launch optimization, bringing together internal and external development teams to deliver differentiated, high‑quality products on time and within scope. Coordinate work across hardware, firmware, software, and operations, manage risks and tradeoffs, and keep stakeholders aligned through clear communication and strong program leadership. Report to the Senior R&D Manager – Dispensers and be based in Roswell, GA. Lead end‑to‑ end product development programs from concept through launch, including post‑launch optimization of dispensing systems and smart/IoT‑based solutions. Coordinate internal and external teams across hardware, firmware, software, and operations to deliver integrated solutions. Collaborate, lead and coach vendor partners throughout product development, go-live, and post launch lifecycles. Build and maintain integrated timelines and plans, making informed tradeoffs on scope, schedule, resources, and cost while maintaining quality. Run the core program routines (planning, standups, reviews, gate meetings) and track progress against clear goals and milestones. Identify and manage risks, issues, and dependencies, driving mitigation plans and timely decisions. Ensure products meet agreed performance, quality, safety, regulatory, and launch‑readiness expectations. Provide clear, concise status updates and recommendations to leadership and cross‑functional partners. Capture lessons learned and improved “Ways of working” across future product programs. Document and help protect intellectual property generated through development activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in a relevant engineering discipline from an accredited college or university.
• 7+ of experience in a variety of technical assignments, including leading complex product development efforts.
• Proven track record of delivering new electro‑mechanical products or major product renovations from concept through launch.
• Experience with design and commercialization activities related to: Plastics and injection molding. Electro‑mechanical systems. Low‑power, battery-operated devices.
• Experience with design controls, design verification/validation, and change management processes.
• Strong proficiency with program and project management methodologies (Agile/Scrum, stage‑gate, or hybrid) and tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, Smartsheet, or MS Project.
• Demonstrated ability to: Build and manage multi‑release product roadmaps and integrated project plans. Identify and manage risks, dependencies, and tradeoffs across multiple teams and vendors. Communicate effectively with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders, including senior leadership.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Strong influence and collaboration skills, with experience leading without direct authority in a matrixed environment.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in technical field or business.
• Experience in one or more of the following: IoT / connected devices, smart products, or systems integrating hardware, firmware, and cloud services. Consumer or B2B product development in regulated or quality‑critical environments. Enterprise SaaS or data/analytics platforms associated with physical products.
• Certifications such as PMP, PgMP, Scrum Master, SAFe Agilist, or equivalent.
• Demonstrated success setting up and running program governance, including steering committees and cross‑functional operating mechanisms.
• Customer‑facing technical support experience (e.g., working directly with customers or field teams to resolve technical issues).

Responsibilities

• Lead complex, cross‑functional product development programs for our dispenser and smart/IoT solutions portfolio.
• Own programs from concept through launch and post‑launch optimization, bringing together internal and external development teams to deliver differentiated, high‑quality products on time and within scope.
• Coordinate work across hardware, firmware, software, and operations, manage risks and tradeoffs, and keep stakeholders aligned through clear communication and strong program leadership.
• Lead end‑to- end product development programs from concept through launch, including post‑launch optimization of dispensing systems and smart/IoT‑based solutions.
• Coordinate internal and external teams across hardware, firmware, software, and operations to deliver integrated solutions.
• Collaborate, lead and coach vendor partners throughout product development, go-live, and post launch lifecycles.
• Build and maintain integrated timelines and plans, making informed tradeoffs on scope, schedule, resources, and cost while maintaining quality.
• Run the core program routines (planning, standups, reviews, gate meetings) and track progress against clear goals and milestones.
• Identify and manage risks, issues, and dependencies, driving mitigation plans and timely decisions.
• Ensure products meet agreed performance, quality, safety, regulatory, and launch‑readiness expectations.
• Provide clear, concise status updates and recommendations to leadership and cross‑functional partners.
• Capture lessons learned and improved “Ways of working” across future product programs.
• Document and help protect intellectual property generated through development activities.

Benefits

• Great support for good health with medical, dental, and vision coverage options with no waiting periods or pre-existing condition restrictions.
• Access to an on-site fitness center, occupational health nurse, and allowances for high-quality safety equipment.
• Flexible Savings and spending accounts to maximize health care options and stretch dollars when caring for yourself or dependents.
• Diverse income protection insurance options to protect yourself and your family in case of illness, injury, or other unexpected events.
• Additional programs and support to continue your education, adopt a child, relocate, or even find temporary childcare.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees