IPG Photonics
Leads the Business Unit's Program Management Office (PMO), ensuring that all programs (projects and initiatives) align with strategic goals, are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards. This role is responsible for establishing and maintaining project governance, methodologies, tools, and performance metrics across the business unit.
Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Governance
Develop and implement PMO policies, processes, and frameworks in alignment with Global Laser Systems business unit objectives to ensure consistency and quality in project delivery
Establish governance structures for project prioritization, resource allocation, and risk management
Lead portfolio governance, prioritization, and resource allocation
Project Oversight & Execution
Monitor and report on project portfolio performance, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of all projects and initiatives in compliance with project policies, standards, schedules, and budgets
Provide guidance and support to project managers on planning, execution, and delivery
Influence stakeholders across multiple business units and functional departments to drive high quality, on-time project execution
Team Management & Development
Hire, manage, and mentor PMO staff including project managers and analysts, as needed
Provide training and coaching to enhance project management capabilities
Foster a high-performance culture and cross-functional collaboration
Stakeholder Engagement
Partner with business unit heads and functional leaders of Finance, HR, Engineering, and IT to align and deliver on project goals
Lead regular project retros, and communicate project and team status, opportunities and risks to leadership
Facilitate decision-making processes and ensure transparency across teams
Tools & Reporting
Develop and roll-out standardized project and initiative portfolio performance dashboard
Select and implement PMO tools and software for tracking and reporting
Ensure data-driven decision-making through portfolio analytics
Qualifications
BS degree in Industrial Engineering, Math, Operations Research or related technical field (Master's in Business Administration is a plus)
10+ years in project/program management, with 5+ years in leadership role
Proven experience managing a PMO for a large project portfolio with multiple stakeholders
Proven experience defining and implementing best practices in Program and Project Management
Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and software tools. PMP or equivalent certification preferred
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Proven ability to navigate ambiguity, influence and drive change across a matrixed organization
Experience with project management software (e.g., MS Project, ClickUp, Wrike)
Location 377 Simarano Drive, Marlborough, Massachusetts 01752, United States
Employment Type Exempt
Wage Information MA: $136,946 - $188,986
Benefits The pay range on this posting applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location posted, the applicable range could differ. Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.
Other Compensation: Employees in this role are eligible for additional rewards which could include:
Annual Discretionary Bonus or Sales Bonus as Applicable
Equity awards as applicable
Benefits Provided: All Regular* US employees receive:
Paid vacation time accrued based on years of service
Paid sick time
12 (twelve) Paid Holidays Each Calendar Year
*Prorated for reduced hour schedules
Additional Benefits Offered: IPG also offers access to:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with options for HSA/FSA
Dependent Care FSA
Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
Short-term and Long-term Disability insurance
401(k) plan with Company matching
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Adoption Assistance
Pet Insurance
Parental Bonding Leave
Bright Horizons Backup Care
Bright Horizons College Coach
*Benefits eligibility may differ by program for reduced hour schedules
Deadline and How to Apply This job posting will remain active until a candidate is identified and/or the Company rescinds the job posting.
For full consideration, please click on the link to apply.
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Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Governance
Develop and implement PMO policies, processes, and frameworks in alignment with Global Laser Systems business unit objectives to ensure consistency and quality in project delivery
Establish governance structures for project prioritization, resource allocation, and risk management
Lead portfolio governance, prioritization, and resource allocation
Project Oversight & Execution
Monitor and report on project portfolio performance, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of all projects and initiatives in compliance with project policies, standards, schedules, and budgets
Provide guidance and support to project managers on planning, execution, and delivery
Influence stakeholders across multiple business units and functional departments to drive high quality, on-time project execution
Team Management & Development
Hire, manage, and mentor PMO staff including project managers and analysts, as needed
Provide training and coaching to enhance project management capabilities
Foster a high-performance culture and cross-functional collaboration
Stakeholder Engagement
Partner with business unit heads and functional leaders of Finance, HR, Engineering, and IT to align and deliver on project goals
Lead regular project retros, and communicate project and team status, opportunities and risks to leadership
Facilitate decision-making processes and ensure transparency across teams
Tools & Reporting
Develop and roll-out standardized project and initiative portfolio performance dashboard
Select and implement PMO tools and software for tracking and reporting
Ensure data-driven decision-making through portfolio analytics
Qualifications
BS degree in Industrial Engineering, Math, Operations Research or related technical field (Master's in Business Administration is a plus)
10+ years in project/program management, with 5+ years in leadership role
Proven experience managing a PMO for a large project portfolio with multiple stakeholders
Proven experience defining and implementing best practices in Program and Project Management
Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and software tools. PMP or equivalent certification preferred
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Proven ability to navigate ambiguity, influence and drive change across a matrixed organization
Experience with project management software (e.g., MS Project, ClickUp, Wrike)
Location 377 Simarano Drive, Marlborough, Massachusetts 01752, United States
Employment Type Exempt
Wage Information MA: $136,946 - $188,986
Benefits The pay range on this posting applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location posted, the applicable range could differ. Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.
Other Compensation: Employees in this role are eligible for additional rewards which could include:
Annual Discretionary Bonus or Sales Bonus as Applicable
Equity awards as applicable
Benefits Provided: All Regular* US employees receive:
Paid vacation time accrued based on years of service
Paid sick time
12 (twelve) Paid Holidays Each Calendar Year
*Prorated for reduced hour schedules
Additional Benefits Offered: IPG also offers access to:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with options for HSA/FSA
Dependent Care FSA
Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
Short-term and Long-term Disability insurance
401(k) plan with Company matching
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Adoption Assistance
Pet Insurance
Parental Bonding Leave
Bright Horizons Backup Care
Bright Horizons College Coach
*Benefits eligibility may differ by program for reduced hour schedules
Deadline and How to Apply This job posting will remain active until a candidate is identified and/or the Company rescinds the job posting.
For full consideration, please click on the link to apply.
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