Ascentt
Ascentt is building cutting-edge data analytics & AI/ML solutions for global automotive and manufacturing leaders. We turn enterprise data into real-time decisions using advanced machine learning and GenAI. Our team solves hard engineering problems at scale, with real-world industry impact. We’re hiring passionate builders to shape the future of industrial intelligence.
Mission
Lead and deliver large-scale, enterprise-wide digital transformation programs that modernize technology and business processes, driving measurable business value through exceptional program leadership, stakeholder engagement, and strategic execution.
Outcomes
What must this role achieve in a measurable way in its first year?
· Define, launch, and execute a comprehensive digital transformation roadmap aligned with business strategy, achieving at least 80% of planned milestones on time and within budget.
· Successfully manage and coordinate cross-functional teams of 50+ members across multiple workstreams and vendors, ensuring clear communication and collaboration for all major program phases.
· Develop and obtain approval for detailed program charters, scope, and success criteria for all key transformation initiatives within the first 3 months.
· Facilitate at least 6 executive steering committee and board-level presentations, providing insightful updates and enabling informed decision-making.
· Implement organizational change management strategies that achieve at least 75% adoption rates of new technologies/processes across impacted stakeholders within 9 months.
· Oversee governance frameworks including risk management and quality assurance, ensuring resolution of 95% of escalated issues within agreed timelines.
· Deliver comprehensive program status reports and transformation metrics tracking business value realization on a monthly basis.
· Successfully coordinate dependencies and integration efforts between technology, process, and organization change initiatives, minimizing project delays and achieving agreed-upon quality standards.
What characterizes someone who will excel in this role?
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Strategic Thinking:
Able to see the big picture, develop long-term transformation strategies, and adapt program plans proactively to changing conditions. ·
Communication Excellence:
Masterful written and verbal communication skills; skilled at crafting compelling business cases and tailoring messages for various audiences including executives and boards. ·
Stakeholder Management Mastery:
Expert in analyzing and engaging complex stakeholder ecosystems, managing competing priorities, building coalitions, and negotiating diplomatically. ·
Leadership & Influence:
Demonstrates strong leadership presence and the ability to influence without formal authority, managing large multi-geography teams and driving consensus across diverse groups. ·
Program Execution:
Experienced in applying program management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid), tools (Microsoft Project, Jira, Smartsheet, Confluence), and governance frameworks to deliver complex initiatives on scope, time, and quality. ·
Technical Acumen:
Solid understanding of digital transformation technologies (cloud, analytics, AI, automation) and enterprise architecture principles. ·
Business Acumen:
Skilled in financial management (budgeting, ROI analysis), risk management, compliance, and understanding of how technology enables business functions. ·
Change Leadership:
Proven ability to lead organizational change management programs that ensure sustainable adoption and value realization. Required Credentials & Experience · Bachelor’s degree in Business, Technology, Engineering, or related field · 8+ years of program/project management experience, with at least 5 years leading digital transformation at enterprise scale · Proven track record managing programs with multiple interdependent projects and large teams · Experience with enterprise-wide technology implementations (ERP, CRM, cloud migrations) · Deep familiarity with digital transformation tools, methods, and stakeholder ecosystems Preferred Qualifications · Master’s degree (MBA preferred) focused on Technology Management, Digital Strategy, or Organizational Leadership · Advanced program management certifications: SAFe Program Consultant (SPC), Portfolio Management Professional (PfMP) · Agile/Scaled Agile certifications: SAFe Agilist (SA), Certified Scrum Master (CSM), or equivalent · Experience in management consulting or systems integration environments
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Strategic Thinking:
Able to see the big picture, develop long-term transformation strategies, and adapt program plans proactively to changing conditions. ·
Communication Excellence:
Masterful written and verbal communication skills; skilled at crafting compelling business cases and tailoring messages for various audiences including executives and boards. ·
Stakeholder Management Mastery:
Expert in analyzing and engaging complex stakeholder ecosystems, managing competing priorities, building coalitions, and negotiating diplomatically. ·
Leadership & Influence:
Demonstrates strong leadership presence and the ability to influence without formal authority, managing large multi-geography teams and driving consensus across diverse groups. ·
Program Execution:
Experienced in applying program management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid), tools (Microsoft Project, Jira, Smartsheet, Confluence), and governance frameworks to deliver complex initiatives on scope, time, and quality. ·
Technical Acumen:
Solid understanding of digital transformation technologies (cloud, analytics, AI, automation) and enterprise architecture principles. ·
Business Acumen:
Skilled in financial management (budgeting, ROI analysis), risk management, compliance, and understanding of how technology enables business functions. ·
Change Leadership:
Proven ability to lead organizational change management programs that ensure sustainable adoption and value realization. Required Credentials & Experience · Bachelor’s degree in Business, Technology, Engineering, or related field · 8+ years of program/project management experience, with at least 5 years leading digital transformation at enterprise scale · Proven track record managing programs with multiple interdependent projects and large teams · Experience with enterprise-wide technology implementations (ERP, CRM, cloud migrations) · Deep familiarity with digital transformation tools, methods, and stakeholder ecosystems Preferred Qualifications · Master’s degree (MBA preferred) focused on Technology Management, Digital Strategy, or Organizational Leadership · Advanced program management certifications: SAFe Program Consultant (SPC), Portfolio Management Professional (PfMP) · Agile/Scaled Agile certifications: SAFe Agilist (SA), Certified Scrum Master (CSM), or equivalent · Experience in management consulting or systems integration environments
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