Program Manager

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Align projects with corporate strategy and enable the team/sponsors to adequately plan for the execution and success of the project.
• Manage uncertainties on the project with appropriate contingency/mitigation plans, ensuring risks/issues are documented and maintained.
• Monitor and control the project throughout its lifecycle, maintaining the project plan to guarantee success.
• Verify that project scope changes are documented and approved.
• Manage engagement of assigned project team members to successfully execute the project.
• Develop team dynamics and support individual Project Managers with training and coaching.
• Ensure program communications support successful completion, including stakeholder analysis, communication planning, and organizational change management.
• Serve as a single point of contact for the program/project for all key stakeholders in corporate, the business unit, the plant, or other functional organizations.
• Work with project team members to create detailed project plans for accurate cost and labor estimation.
• Collaborate with the project sponsor and stakeholders to agree on high-level project goals and success measures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree; Chemical Engineering preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in the chemical or related industry.
• At least 2 years of experience in project management and 2 years leading projects or managing teams.
• Experience across multiple functions or within small business units.
• Demonstrated success in delivering programs to completion.
• Proficiency in project scheduling software and related tools.
• Strong drive for results, strategic thinking, and business acumen.
• Ability to build and lead effective teams, motivate others, and prioritize tasks.
• Politically savvy with the courage to make tough decisions.
• Maintains composure under pressure and adapts quickly to change.

Nice to Have

• Experience in sales, marketing, business development, and/or licensing within the chemical industry.
• Master's Degree in Engineering or MBA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; Chemical Engineering preferred.
• Desired - Master's Degree in Engineering or MBA.

Benefits & Perks

• Relocation assistance available.