Garmin International Hiring for Team Leader Project Management – Fitness at Olathe, KS Full Time

GPS Manufacturer/Distributor

We are seeking a Project Management Team Leader for our Fitness segment at our headquarter located in the greater Kansas City area. This role will be responsible for directing and coordinating activities for a Project Management team that is responsible for managing the development of products and systems.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Lead a team of Engineering Project Managers and develop project management procedures and best practices
• Directly supervise associates on the Project Management team with daily observation, assuring appropriate attendance, and providing assistance to team members.
• Work with Human Resources to address employee relations issues as needed including writing and conducting annual performance evaluations
• Interview and hire new associates as directed by engineering management
• Mentor and train new associates in the art of Project Management
• Evaluate associates ability to manage projects effectively
• Create Product Development Plans as directed by engineering management
• Provide training and project management guidance to engineers and staff at Garmin
• Establish and lead team members in developing objectives, timelines and milestones for internal and external staff working on projects and maintain schedules through development
• Set the tone for the team environment and build healthy team relationships both inside and outside of Garmin
• Plan, assign, and direct work of team members

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist Human Resources with recruitment through attendance at recruitment events, as directed by engineering management

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Bachelor of Science or above in a technical discipline from a four-year college or university, or equivalent education/ experience
• Excellent academics (composite GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
• 5 + years applicable experience
• Ability to effectively manage project manager human resources
• Knowledge of engineering and manufacturing processes and documentation
• Demonstrated ability to perform the job requirements of Project Manager
• Strong ability to work with production, marketing, engineering departments located internationally
• Knowledge of Garmins product lines and customer needs
• Excellent computer skills using Excel, Word and Access

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veterans status, age or disability.