Project Manager - Strategic Initiatives

Flowserve Corporation•Raleigh, NC

About The Position

The Project Manager – Strategic Initiatives will be responsible for driving high-impact business projects that align with North America’s strategic priorities. This role will emphasize project management discipline, operational execution, and selective application of continuous improvement practices to deliver outcomes on time, within scope, and with measurable business impact.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or Operations
6+ year's of experience in project management and operations, with demonstrated success in leading multi-stakeholder, cross-functional initiatives
Proven ability to execute strategic projects in manufacturing, industrial, or process-oriented environments
Exposure to lean/continuous improvement methodologies

Nice To Haves

MBA
Strong project management knowledge, including frameworks, tools, and risk management
Analytical and data-driven mindset; proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and BI tools (Power BI/Tableau)
Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to influence without authority and drive change across matrixed organizations
Working knowledge of Lean/CI concepts and ability to apply them pragmatically (not as primary focus)
Experience working with multinational/global organizations
Comfortable operating in a matrix and cross-cultural environment.

Responsibilities

Lead strategic, cross-functional projects that support business growth, operational efficiency, and customer value creation
Develop and manage project charters, roadmaps, and timelines, ensuring disciplined execution, risk management, and stakeholder alignment
Partner with regional and global leaders to translate business strategy into actionable projects with clear objectives, milestones, and KPI
Drive operational execution by coordinating with manufacturing, supply chain, and service organizations to ensure consistent delivery and performance
Use project management tools and reporting dashboards to monitor progress, provide visibility to leadership, and ensure accountability
Support digital transformation, automation, and Industry 4.0 initiatives within North America operations
Apply lean and continuous improvement practices selectively (Kaizen, problem-solving workshops, value stream analysis) to strengthen execution and embed sustainable improvements
Build organizational capability by coaching teams in structured project management and operational excellence practices
Ensure long-term sustainability of projects by embedding outcomes into processes and sharing best practices across sites.