SR. Manager-Transformation Program Management Office (PMO)

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About The Position

The Senior Manager, Transformation Program Management Office (PMO) is responsible for driving disciplined execution of strategic initiatives by establishing robust tracking, governance, and accountability mechanisms. This role ensures that transformation efforts are effectively planned, monitored, and delivered with measurable business impact. This position combines hands-on project management with oversight of initiative performance across multiple workstreams. The role requires leading projects from initiation through execution, while partnering with cross-functional leaders to drive accountability, manage risks, and ensure alignment to organizational objectives. A background in Industrial Engineering or a related analytical discipline is preferred to support structured problem-solving and process improvement.

Requirements

• Strong project and program management capabilities, including planning, execution, and risk management
• Ability to design and implement performance tracking frameworks and dashboards
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to interpret data and drive actionable insights
• Knowledge of process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) and application to business operations
• Proficiency in data visualization and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Microsoft Excel)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including ability to present to senior leadership
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate across cross-functional teams
• 5–8+ years of relevant experience (Manager) or 8–12+ years (Senior Manager) in program management, consulting, operations, or transformation roles
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations, business, or related field required
• Demonstrated experience managing complex, cross-functional initiatives

Nice To Haves

• Degree in Industrial Engineering or related discipline preferred
• Experience in transformation programs, Program Management Office (PMO) environments, or large-scale change initiatives preferred
• Experience applying process optimization or continuous improvement approaches to drive operational results preferred
• Lean or Six Sigma certification (e.g., Green Belt, Black Belt) preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead tracking, reporting, and governance of transformation initiatives across multiple workstreams, ensuring visibility into progress, risks, and outcomes
• Establish and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) and standardized metrics to monitor initiative performance and value delivery
• Drive weekly operating cadence, including status reporting, performance reviews, and executive-level updates
• Partner with workstream leads and initiative owners to enforce accountability for milestones, deliverables, and results
• Facilitate issue resolution by identifying risks, escalating concerns, and coordinating mitigation plans
• Independently manage high-priority projects from scoping through execution, including planning, resource alignment, and delivery
• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and success criteria; monitor progress against established milestones
• Manage interdependencies across initiatives and ensure alignment across cross-functional teams
• Influence stakeholders and drive alignment without direct authority across business functions
• Support development and standardization of tools, templates, and processes within the Program Management Office (PMO)

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, relation, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager