Digital PMO and Change Senior Manager

Schneider Electric - Franklin, TN

Full-time - Senior

Franklin, TN

10,001+ employees

Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing

About the position

The Digital PMO and Change Senior Manager at Schneider Electric is a key leadership role responsible for managing and supporting the North America Digital - Global Supply Chain and ERP (SAP) projects. This position focuses on facilitating project management processes, driving change management initiatives, and ensuring the successful execution of a portfolio of projects. The role emphasizes continuous improvement and the development of standardized PMO processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement standardized PMO processes to ensure uniformity and consistency in execution.
• Identify and implement project management tools and technologies to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
• Lead change management initiatives to ensure seamless adoption of new project management processes and tools.
• Serve as a consultant, mentor, and advisor in the application of project management tools and methods.
• Develop and deliver training programs to enhance the skills and knowledge of the project management team.
• Develop and maintain knowledge repositories and resources for PMO.
• Establish metrics to track the effectiveness of PMO practices.
• Benchmark and continuously improve the PM processes, standards, and tools based on best practices and industry trends.
• Facilitate, mediate and/or arbitrate between and/or among Program Managers, Core Team members, Functional Managers, and Review team members regarding process optimization.
• Coach Program Managers, Core Team Members, Functional Managers, Leadership Team members, and Project Steering Committee on process competencies and execution.
• Directly manage large, complex projects/programs as needed.
• Help manage risks and dependencies.
• Escalate and track impediments.
• Provide input on resourcing to address critical bottlenecks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, project management, business administration, or related field.
• 10+ years' experience in a program management role with a product development or manufacturing focus.
• Prior experience of leading a Complex ERP (SAP) Transformation / Digital transformation program.
• Thorough understanding of the product development process and phase gate methodology.
• Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of organization including C-level executives and technical staff.
• Extensive experience in project and program management with a proven track record of successful project delivery.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to lead and influence thinking/gain acceptance of others at all levels of organization.
• Vendor management experience.
• Demonstrated cross-functional team leadership and consensus-building skills.
• Rapid learner who thrives in a fast-paced start-up environment.
• Comfortable holding colleagues accountable for their commitments.
• Able to work independently and be self-motivated with a sense of urgency and drive for results.
• Expert proficiency in Microsoft (MS) Project for the Web, Project Desktop, or Project Online/Project Web App.
• Advanced proficiency in MS SharePoint Lists, MS Team Creation and Management, and MS Planner.
• Intermediate proficiency in MS Standard Office Suite, SAP, MS Power BI.

Nice-to-haves

• Servant Leader qualities to garner respect and willingness to assist the team.
• Strong communication skills to effectively interact with teams.
• Facilitative approach to lead and demonstrate value-add principles to a team.
• High energy and enthusiasm for the role.
• Flexibility and adaptability to rapid changes.
• Transparency and trustworthiness to build a safe environment for problem-solving.

Benefits

• Meaningful purpose in joining the mission to bring energy and efficiency to enable life, progress, and sustainability for all.
• Empowerment to reach full potential and foster a sense of ownership in work.
• Commitment to inclusion as a fundamental value, ensuring every voice is heard and valued.