Our success is a result of the diversity of the Big Ass Fans team. Are you seeking an opportunity to work with extraordinary people with an entrepreneurial spirit? Do you have something that sets you apart from the rest? With a bias for action, we want you to #livelifebigass and bring the next great BAF product to market. From our customers to our employees, we are passionate about what we can accomplish together. If this sounds exciting to you, you might be exactly what we need on our team.
Big Ass Fans, creator of the world's finest products and most effective comfort solutions, is seeking an enthusiastic and driven Project Manager to join our growing team. In this role, you will lead exciting new product initiatives, working cross-functionally with designers, engineers, sourcing, manufacturing, and other teams to assure products launch on time, on budget, and deliver the quality, performance, and durability, for which Big Ass Fans is known. Do you dream of turning innovative ideas into state-of-the-art products? Are you organized, collaborative, and passionate about bringing such products to life? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, and are you eager to learn and grow in a dynamic industry? If so, you may be the perfect fit to be a Project Manager at Big Ass Fans!
Responsibilities

• Manage the entire product lifecycle, from concept ideation, through development, to launch, and beyond.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and create the product specification, project scope, timeline, and budget.
• Lead cross-functional team meetings, driving all project deliverables, and identifying and mitigating risks.
• Communicate with stakeholders at all levels, including executive management, providing clear and concise updates and driving decision making.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of BAF processes, documentation, and workflows to maximizing team efficiency.

Requirements

• Some project management experience preferred, up to 1 to 3 years (New product development experience most relevant)
• BS degree in engineering field preferred & PMP certification is a plus
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to build rapport and collaborate with diverse teams
• Detail-oriented and analytical, with a talent for problem-solving and proactive thinking
• Experience in a manufacturing environment a plus
• Self-starter, able to work effectively with a team, and independently, and with demonstrated leadership skills
• Proficient in the use of MS Office and/or Google Suite, with some familiarity with project management scheduling software preferred (MS Project, Asana, Trello, Wrike etc.)
• Ability to travel (10% of the time)

Why live life Big Ass? You're not just a member of the Big Ass Fans team; it's BIGGER than us. We are a Madison Industries company - one of the largest and most successful privately held companies in the world. Madison Industries has fostered and built exceptional companies that are essential to our collective health and well-being. Come join us as we build something truly remarkable!
You want benefits? We've got your health insurance, life insurance, 401(k) and more. You want Big Ass Benefits? Join us in the cantina for a catered lunch followed by a game of Ping-Pong, Pool or Cornhole. Did we meet our daily goals today? Let's open the beer fridge and play a game of pool! Don't forget to attend the latest BAF-sponsored social outing.
Big Ass Fans, a perennial honoree among "Best Places to Work" offers employees competitive pay and a challenging and rewarding work environment! Why haven't you applied yet? Big Ass Fans is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, age, disability or veteran status. Big Ass Fans maintains an environment where each individual is valued and respected. Individuals are expected to understand and comply with OSHA and ISO 9001 standards and procedures. Individuals are expected to apply safe work methods when performing the job requirements in hazardous and non-hazardous environments to avoid injury to self to co-workers or damage to property. Individuals are expected to report unsafe work conditions or equipment operation to supervisors immediately and observe all safety rules. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at [email protected] or call us at 1.877.244.3267.