Director - Program Management

Description

In this role, the Director will lead program‑management efforts across the ESS business, guiding cross‑functional teams and ensuring alignment with the company’s growth objectives.

• Provide strategic leadership for program management across five divisions, supporting a $6 billion portfolio.
• Oversee delivery of new product launches and major redesigns, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget compliance.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and lean practices throughout the organization.
• Build and develop a high‑performing team of senior program leaders and managers, promoting cross‑functional collaboration.
• Coordinate integration among Marketing, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations across multiple business units and locations.
• Advance program‑management maturity by partnering with executive leadership and sharing best practices.
• Implement and maintain advanced project and portfolio management tools and processes for operational excellence.
• Track, analyze, and report program progress, quality, and performance to ensure transparency and accountability.
• Lead strategic initiatives such as engineering footprint consolidation and operational‑excellence projects.
• Act as a change agent, championing innovative program‑management methodologies and navigating complex challenges.
• Promote collaborative, service‑oriented relationships with business partners and stakeholders at all levels.

Requirements

• Own ESS New Product Development portfolio management, prioritize projects, present business cases, and secure funding.
• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• Required: Minimum 10 years of project‑management experience in new product development.
• Required: Minimum 5 years of people‑management experience.
• Preferred: PMP certification.
• Skill: Strategic thinking and ability to connect initiatives across complex matrixed organizations.
• Skill: Adaptability to ambiguity, structured problem‑solving, and solution recommendation.
• Skill: Clear communication and influence at all organizational levels, including executive leadership.
• Skill: Strong partnership building and collaboration across diverse teams.
• Skill: Self‑motivation, effective prioritization, and ability to drive multiple projects to completion.
• Skill: Inclusive, relationship‑driven culture awareness and sensitivity to global differences.
• Travel: Up to 25% travel anticipated.

Benefits

The role reports a salary range of $158,000‑$232,000 annually and eligibility for the EIC bonus program; final compensation depends on experience, qualifications, and market considerations.

The company offers a suite of health, welfare, and retirement benefits, as well as paid and unpaid time‑off programs, subject to eligibility and location‑specific factors.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance