Director Program Management

About Us

We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.

Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!

Description

The Director of Program Management, Commercial HVAC, leads the planning, execution, and delivery of end-to-end new product development programs - from concept through launch and lifecycle transition - for the Commercial HVAC Vertical. This role is responsible for delivering new products - on time and within budget - that meet quality, customer, and business objectives. The Director partners closely with Product, Engineering, R&D, Marketing, Operations, and Supply Chain to drive seamless cross-functional execution and accelerate time-to-market.

As the Director of Program Management, you will:

• Lead the full lifecycle of new product development programs, from ideation and feasibility through development, validation, launch, and post-launch support

• Define and drive NPD program strategy, including timelines, milestones, resource plans, and go-to-market readiness

• Lead and develop a high-performing team of program managers focused on NPD execution

• Engage with Enterprise PMO to leverage Copeland New Product Development processes, ensuring disciplined execution and decision-making

• Partner with Product Management to translate market requirements into executable development plans

• Collaborate with Engineering and R&D to manage design, development, prototyping, and validation activities

• Work with Operations and Supply Chain to ensure manufacturability, sourcing readiness, and smooth production ramp-up

• Identify and mitigate risks related to technology, schedule, cost, quality, and supply chain constraints

• Drive cross-functional alignment on priorities, trade-offs, and resource allocation

• Oversee program budgets, capital expenditures, and ROI tracking for new product initiatives

• Ensure readiness for product launch, including regulatory compliance, quality standards, and commercialization plans

• Lead post-launch reviews to capture lessons learned and improve future NPD processes

• Champion continuous improvement in product development methodologies, tools, and metrics (e.g., time-to-market, cost targets, product performance)

Required education, experiences & skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, or related field (MBA or advanced degree preferred)

• 10+ years of experience in program/project management, with significant experience in NPD

• Experience leading and influencing teams in a globally matrixed organizational structure

• Proven track record of successfully launching complex products

• Strong leadership and team management experience

• Ability to merge the understanding of technical concepts with financial/business acumen

• Deep understanding of product development lifecycles and gate management methodologies

• Strong executive communication/presentation skills and ability to influence internal and external

Preferred education, experiences & skills:

• PMP, PgMP, or equivalent certification

• Marketing or technical undergraduate degree

• HVAC/R industry experience

• Technical work experience

• Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities
  
  

Why Work in the Greater Miami Valley Area

Our facility is located in Sidney, OH conveniently located within driving distance to several larger cities, such as Dayton , Troy , and Columbus . The area’s generally low costs of living, excellent school systems, and low crime rates create a family-friendly environment. The area is home to several growing communities with restaurants, festivals, shopping, and arts scenes that make them exciting places to live and work.

About our Location

The newly renovated Sidney campus has 1M square feet of manufacturing floor with an additional 120k square feet of leading-edge lab facilities. This location is the headquarters for the air conditioning and cold chain businesses. Through our 30 years of scroll compressor expertise, our air conditioning related products help bring comfort and convenience in commercial, industrial and residential spaces. The cold chain business helps ensure that food safely and efficiently travels from farm to fork. Approximately 1600 employees work in Sidney, who all support a multitude of business functions. With the blend of businesses and functions represented under this one roof, there are many opportunities for advancement within the Sidney location

Collaboration First Hybrid Work Arrangements :

This role is hybrid eligible with the requirement to be in office at least three days per week. Colleagues are expected to demonstrate a collaboration first mindset, which is the understanding that teams will work together in-person and colleagues should be flexible to adjust their hybrid days based on business needs. You will have an opportunity to work with your team and leader to determine when you should be in office to drive meaningful connections and to best serve our customers.

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Our Commitment to Our People

Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial.

Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally.

Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave.

Together, we have the opportunity – and the power – to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team!

Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging

At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce. Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.

Work Authorization

Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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