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Responsibilities:

• Partner with senior leadership to define and prioritize strategic goals, roadmaps, and operational initiatives for the Research and Engineering departments
• Lead and oversee large-scale, complex, and cross-functional projects, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and successful outcomes. Manage scope, resources, budgets, risks, and timelines with a focus on execution excellence
• Drive continuous improvement in strategic initiative execution by monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs), providing detailed insights, and presenting regular updates to executive leadership
• Own and lead the development of strategic frameworks, methodologies, and processes to enhance the organization’s ability to implement initiatives effectively and efficiently
• Mentor and coach a growing team of PMO staff, fostering a collaborative and results-driven environment
• Establish and manage systems for tracking and reporting on business performance metrics, using data to drive decisions and optimize resource allocation
• Act as the trusted advisor for senior leaders and teams, helping them navigate complex challenges and make data-driven decisions to meet both short-term and long-term objectives
• Lead the change management process across the department, ensuring smooth execution of new strategic initiatives and delivering value to the organization
• Shape the organization's culture of continuous improvement, focusing on operational efficiency, team performance, and leadership development

Requirements:

• Minimum of 8-10 years of program or project management experience, with at least 3 years in a management role focused on strategy operations or technical program management
• Proven track record of managing and delivering complex, cross-functional programs and initiatives within fast-paced, high-tech environments
• Strong business acumen, with the ability to link strategic objectives to operational outcomes and drive organizational growth
• Excellent collaboration, leadership, and communication skills, with the ability to influence and partner effectively with senior leadership, technical teams, and stakeholders across the organization
• Adept at identifying risks and roadblocks early, analyzing potential solutions, and developing strategies for overcoming challenges in a dynamic and evolving environment
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple workstreams, handle competing priorities, and execute with precision
• Strategic mindset with a passion for driving organizational excellence, improving operational processes, and delivering results
• Exceptional analytical skills and experience using data to inform decision-making and guide organizational improvements
• Proficiency with project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, and other team collaboration software; advanced Excel skills required
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Business, Engineering, or related disciplines)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with OKRs (Objectives and Key Results) and implementing strategic planning processes at the division level
• Experience with business intelligence best practices and tools
• Relevant certifications, e.g., Project Management Professional (PMP) or Program Management Professional (PgMP)
• Expertise in Agile methodologies, with Scrum or Kanban certifications preferred; experience as a Scrum Master is a plus