Innovation Project Manager

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Illinois Tool Works Full time

"Together We Explore"

It's not every day you find a place that gives you the opportunity to build a career as individual as you. At ITW, anything is possible. We're looking for self-starters, driven people who are curious about the world and always looking for ways to add value and make continuous improvements. Our success comes from our culture of collaboration, so if you've got the ideas, we've got the team who will support you every step of the way. ITW is a Fortune 200 company operating in nearly every corner of the globe. Whilst you might not be familiar with ITW, this role works with some of the premium brands in the hardware and construction products industry, such as Paslode, Pryda and Ramset.

ITW has a unique culture - we think like entrepreneurs and focus on achieving big goals in the simplest way possible. This is embedded into our business model and the ways we work- it's all part of the DNA that has led to over 100 years of success globally.

The Impact You'll Make;

As the Innovation Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading the charge in New Product Development from concept to prototype. You will lead the Stage and Gate process for all major projects, own Product and Technology Roadmaps, lead product-related quality, compliance, Value Engineering and continuous improvement projects and develop Project Management capability across the business to improve speed to market.

This is a hybrid role that is located in Ingleburn.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Project Management – Take the lead on all major projects, managing business-wide stakeholder engagement to deliver on time and on budget.
  • Project Governance – Lead a Stage and Gate Process for New Product Development and other major projects.
  • Product and Technology Roadmaps – Accountable for the depth and quality of the new product pipeline and leading market and technology investigations to identify business growth opportunities. You will work with the Product Design Engineer to translate value propositions into product concepts.
  • Capability Development - Establish best practice project management and embed the Innovation process within the business. Lead the adoption of Project Management and workflow tools, systems, and processes. Coach project leads on best practice and leverage resources from the ITW Global Innovation Centre.
  • Management of Change – Create and maintain a product risk register to lead the business through audits or major product-related changes and develop processes for managing quality. Lead a program of value engineering and continuous improvement to deliver better product performance and planned cost reductions across the supply chain.
  • Sustainability – lead ITW Consumer's commitment to achieving APCO targets for 2025 and embed a proactive approach to sustainability across the portfolio.

About You.

You will have attained or have experience in: -

  • Degree in Business, Marketing or Engineering with an MBA highly regarded
  • New product development, roadmaps and innovation process ownership
  • Project management and delivery including capability development, workflow tools and governance
  • Technical and compliance oversight of products and packaging including audits, reporting and sustainability commitments
  • Change management and stakeholder engagement
  • Alignment with ITW's Culture & Values, showcasing traits of Integrity, Simplicity, Trust, Respect, and Shared risk

At ITW Construction, we are committed to fostering an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. As the Innovation Project Manager, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of our solutions and contribute to our ongoing success in the industry.

If you are ready to take on a challenging role that will give you opportunities to shine, then we invite you to apply



Additional Information



At ITW, our values are essential, a non-negotiable part of our culture and guide to how we work together. The ideal candidate will live and breathe integrity, respect, trust, shared risk, and simplicity. ITW provides a flexible and inclusive working environment where you will witness our enviable track record of internal career growth and progression.

Illinois Tool Works Inc. ("ITW" or "the Company") is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or on the basis of disability.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the online application system process due to your disability, please email talent @ to request assistance.


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