Role: Senior Program Manager – Manufacturing Portfolio
Location: EU-based
Duration: 12 months (ASAP start)
Language: English
Interview Process: One online interview
Overview:
An experienced Program Manager is sought to oversee a diverse portfolio of projects across multiple time zones, focusing primarily on the manufacturing domain. Key skills include managing operational hardware, cybersecurity, and OT cloud-based application solutions.
Main Responsibilities:

• Manage the end-to-end program lifecycle across multiple, complex projects.
• Forecast, plan, schedule, and ensure delivery of projects in alignment with business objectives.
• Oversee and coordinate the work of several project managers, ensuring alignment across the portfolio.
• Navigate a highly matrixed environment with numerous internal and external stakeholders and vendors.
• Map out project dependencies and manage cross-functional initiatives across regions.
• Apply expertise in Planview or similar project portfolio management tools for planning and tracking.
  

Portfolio Focus Areas:

• Operational & Hardware Projects – Major focus on manufacturing rollout projects.
• Cybersecurity Initiatives – Ensuring secure operations and compliance across manufacturing environments.
• OT Cloud-Based Application & MES Projects – Including MES deployment and application solutions.
• Greenfield Projects & Supply Chain – Establishing new manufacturing sites and supporting small supply chain projects.
  

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Program Manager in complex, fast-moving organizations.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing operations and related project management challenges.
• Ability to manage multiple projects across different geographies and time zones.
• Experience in Planview or equivalent portfolio management tools.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to synthesize complex information, map dependencies, and drive results across multiple teams.
  

Nice to have:

• Certifications: PMI/ PgMP
  

Other Details:

• Start: ASAP
• Duration: 12 months
• Location: EU
• Language: English
• Interview Process: One online interview

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