Program Manager (III)

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading global technology organization, partnering with Aquent to drive critical operational excellence and transformative programs. This company is at the forefront of innovation, shaping the future of various industries through groundbreaking advancements. As a vital member of their team, you will directly influence the efficiency and strategic direction of key operations, making a tangible impact on large-scale initiatives and the delivery of cutting-edge solutions.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to take on a pivotal role within an essential operations team. In this position, you will be instrumental in ensuring the smooth functioning of current operations while simultaneously spearheading significant transformational programs. Your expertise will be crucial in maintaining operational health, meeting key performance indicators, and fostering strong external partnerships that contribute directly to the company's ambitious goals. This role offers a unique chance to lead complex projects, drive continuous improvement, and shape the future of operational excellence.

**What You'll Do:**

* **Program Leadership:** Lead a large-scale program, effectively managing multiple parallel work streams to ensure timely and successful delivery.

* **Vendor Partnership:** Cultivate and manage strong relationships with vendor partners, driving on-time execution and alignment with company objectives.

* **Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting:** Collaborate extensively with cross-functional teams, proactively reporting on operational health, providing detailed insights, and escalating risks as necessary in various forums.

* **Operational Health:** Oversee the health of operations, ensuring the business consistently meets its Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

* **Transformational Initiatives:** Drive large-scale transformational programs, implementing strategic changes and improvements.

**What You'll Bring:**

**Must-Have Qualifications:**

* **Education:** Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Business, Operations, or Engineering preferred).

* **Experience:** 5+ years of experience in Program Management, with a strong focus on operational implementation.

* **Core Skills:**

* Demonstrated ability to initiate and drive continuous improvement efforts to significantly reduce defects.

* Proficiency in managing organizational change, introducing updates smoothly with minimal disruption.

* **Tools/Applications:**

* Experience creating essential Program Management artifacts, including RACI charts, stakeholder maps, project trackers, OKRs, and roadmaps.

* Proficiency with a leading suite of productivity tools and dashboard/metric analysis tools.

* **Certifications:** Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification or Six Sigma Certification.

**Nice-to-Have Qualifications:**

* Experience managing large-scale fleet or physical operations (e.g., in industries like automotive or logistics).

* Experience in developing specialized communication plans and newsletters tailored for executive stakeholders.

**About Aquent Talent:**

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

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