Programme Manager -Field Trial Management
The Programme Manager is accountable for the successful delivery of assigned Programme(s) and workstreams within the wider NPI Organization. The role translates divisional portfolio priorities into executable programmes, ensuring predictable delivery of scope, schedule, cost, quality, and risk in line with the Product Commercialization Process (PCP). The Programme Manager operates within the prioritization, funding, and governance framework defined by the business and leads Project teams to deliver business outcomes.
Scope of the job:
- Accountable for BU-level NPI programme execution.
- Operates within portfolio strategy, funding, and prioritization set by the Head of R&D Portfolio.
- Typically manages multiple NPI projects concurrently through Project Management team
To succeed, you will need
- Education:
Degree-level qualification in Engineering, Science, or equivalent relevant discipline. - Experience and Knowledge:
Extensive experience leading complex NPI programmes in a global engineering or manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of product development, PCP governance, and portfolio management.
Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects and cross-functional teams concurrently.
Flexibility to travel to multiple locations nationally and internationally on a regular basis. - Skills:
Strong leadership, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to balance strategic context with execution focus.
Excellent communication, Influencing and escalation skills across all organizational levels.
Programme and project management certification (desirable)
Role and responsibility includes:
- Own the delivery of the NPI programme in alignment with divisional strategy and portfolio priorities
- Act as the primary execution interface between the Product Management, Head of R&D Portfolio and other Functional Leads
- Act as final integrator for cross functional, across multiple entities depending on project and programme ensuring alignment and driving projects and programme forward
- Translate portfolio priorities into executable programmes and approved projects
- Allocate resources across projects and resolve cross-project conflicts
- Own programme-level performance management including schedule, cost, risk, and quality
- Ensure consistent application and adherence to, governance, and continuous improvement of the Product commercialization Process (PCP)
- Lead escalation to divisional governance forums where delivery is at risk
- Line-manage, coach, and develop Project Management teams
- A successful candidate will be responsible for owning, driving and managing the complete workstream of Field Trial Management as focused workstream management globally.
- Main areas of responsibilities within field trial management are as follows but not limited to:
- Trial Request Management
- Manufacturing progress tracking
- Field operation oversight
- Fiel Trial Evaluation
- Cross functional coordination and collaboration
- Field trial governance and compliance
- Continuous improvement and total ownership of field trial processess.
Principal Accountabilities:
- Predictable delivery of NPI programmes aligned to business priorities.
- On-time, on-budget delivery to agreed performance and quality targets.
- Compliance with internal governance, safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
In Return we offer:
At Edwards Ltd., part of Atlas Copco, we have a culture known for respectful interaction, ethical behaviour, and integrity. We offer positive and healthy work environment where you can work, learn, and grow. As a part of the Atlas Copco Group, you also have access to global job opportunities.
Contact information
Talent Acquisition Team: David Jeong
