Who We Are
At CPC (Colder Products Company), we’re not just connecting fluid lines – we’re connecting people, ideas, and possibilities. For nearly 50 years, we’ve been engineering cutting-edge fluid connection technologies that power industries from biopharmaceutical, thermal management (liquid cooling of electronics), medical, industrial, and chemical handling markets.
But what sets us apart? Our people.
We’re a team of problem-solvers, innovators, and forward thinkers who thrive in a culture that values collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement. Headquartered in Minneapolis/St. Paul, with over 700 employees in 14 countries, we’re growing fast, and we want you to grow with us!
Your Role
Are you ready to make an impact and work with a company that values your expertise, ideas, and career growth? As our next NPI Program Manager, you’ll be at the forefront of shaping our organization’s success. This isn’t just a job – it’s a career move where you’ll thrive, learn, and enjoy coming to work.
Summary: The New Product Innovation (NPI) Program Manager is responsible for providing supply chain leadership to support new product development in a cross-functional team environment, which would include strategic planning, commodity expertise, supplier selection, cost and capital management, risk assessment and mitigation, and acting as a liaison between internal and external stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
- Establish the organizational structure, systems and processes required to support NPI across all CPC business units.
- Lead, mentor, and drive high-performance outcomes within the team to support schedule adherence surrounding NPI deliverables.
- Develop strategies that improve the sourcing of components to support the new product design and development process and the associated critical timelines for each business unit.
- Provide commodity knowledge and market expertise for, but not limited to, machining, metal fab, and injection molding to cross-functional teams to successfully launch new products, manage engineering change, and eliminate production inefficiencies.
- Establish and maintain alignment with cross functional team members in Purchasing and Strategic Sourcing to ensure responsibilities are executed to support NPI.
- Lead supplier selection to incorporate new technologies and manufacturing methods.
- Direct efforts to prevent and resolve complex supply chain problems while acting as a critical path lead on prototypes and pilot projects.
- Develop and maintain material cost tracking models to ensure alignment with financial expectations.
- Establish and manage supplier relationships to provide the best competitive advantage and utilization of the company’s annual spend.
- Negotiate to provide the lowest total cost.
- Comply with all Quality policies while continuously identifying opportunities for improvement.
- Support the process of ISO, ASI, and other certifications deemed necessary by the business.
- Maintain and optimize the ERP system to improve efficiency and reporting.
- Adhere to all safety regulations.
- Demonstrate support of CPC core values.
- Perform other job duties as assigned to meet business needs.
Qualification Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- 10+ years of strategic sourcing experience.
- Minimum of 5-7 years in a supervisory capacity within Supply Chain.
- Proven expertise in category management, contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, and cost-saving initiatives.
- Proficient skills navigating large-scale ERP systems and PowerBI; Oracle preferred.
- Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks independently or within a team.
- In-depth understanding of manufacturing technologies.
- Experience with suppliers in plastics, metals, or related fields, preferred.
- Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks independently or within a team.
- Creative problem solver. Able to analyze and resolve problems using initiative.
- Self-motivated and confident. Comfortable to work independently, as well as within cross-functional teams.
- Able to balance many tasks and conflicting priorities.
- Astute organizational skills with drive to meet deliverables in a timely manner. Attention to detail and accuracy. High level of a sense of urgency.
- High degree of computer proficiency, including software applications of Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and advanced Excel.
- Experience working in a global, multi-site manufacturing company, preferred.
- Experience working in medical device or other regulated industry, preferred.
Travel:
- Domestic and international travel up to 10%
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Our Culture
At CPC, our people aren’t just employees, they’re the driving force behind our success. We’ve built a culture rooted in respect, collaboration, and integrity, where every voice matters, and innovation thrives. It’s not just us saying it; CPC has been recognized as a Top Workplace 5x in the past 6 years, because we genuinely care about our employees’ growth, well-being, and success. This isn’t just a workplace; it’s a community where you’ll feel valued, empowered, and inspired to do your best work every day.
Growth & Development
We invest in you. Whether you’re looking to expand your skills, take on new challenges, or advance your career, we’re here to support you. We offer:
- Mentorship, hands-on training, and career development opportunities to help you reach your full potential.
- Tuition Assistance to support continued education, plus scholarship programs for children of eligible employees.
- A Co-Op and intern program in partnership with several universities for hands-on industry experience.
- Recognition programs that celebrate your contributions, from employee loyalty awards to peer-to-peer recognition.
Because when you succeed, we all succeed.
Work/Life Balance
We get it – work is important, but so is life outside of it. That’s why CPC ensures you have the time and flexibility to live, recharge, and give back. Our programs include:
- Multiple paid-time off programs, including PTO, company-paid holidays, bereavement leave, and paid volunteer time to support causes you care about.
- Paid Parental Leave so you can focus on what matters most.
- Wellness support, including access to in-person and online advisors for mental, financial, and overall well-being.
We believe that a balanced, fulfilled team creates the best workplace.
Benefits & Compensation
At CPC, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being, including but not limited to:
- Health & Wellness:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision coverage starting day one for you and your family.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions for eligible plans.
- Company-paid Long-Term & Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance for added security.
- Onsite gym & wellness programs to help stay active and healthy.
- Financial Benefits:
- 401k plan with automatic employer contributions starting on day one, plus profit-sharing to invest in your future.
- Referral bonuses – get rewarded for connecting talented friends and family to CPC job openings.
- Pay Range: $130,000.00 - $145,000.00 / Annually
- This range is the pay scale for this role in Minnesota. Individual compensation is based on skills, experience, and qualifications related to this position.
- Bonus Eligibility: Yes
Join Us
If you’re ready to be part of an innovative team that values connection and collaboration, we want to hear from you!
We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.
Benefits: Our total rewards package of eligible team members also includes: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance, supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits, parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including 10 paid holidays per calendar year, paid time off beginning at 120 hours annually, tuition assistance; business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.
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This position may be located in: Americas : United States : Minnesota : Arden Hills
Work Arrangement : Onsite
Pay Range: $130,000.00 - $145,000.00 / Annually
Sub Division : Operations
Job Requisition ID : 63227
Job Function : Manufacturing & Operations; Supply Chain & Procurement
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