Senior Program Manager — Multidisciplinary R&D to Operations

leydenjar; Eindhoven; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

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Job summary

LeydenJar seeks a Senior Program Manager to lead critical programs spanning R&D, engineering and operations, connecting strategic priorities with execution. You will define and drive a disciplined program management approach and report to senior leadership to keep complex initiatives on track.

You will collaborate with technical teams and cross-functional leaders to translate strategy into actionable plans, manage budgets, and ensure successful delivery in a fast-moving environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of strong program management experience in a complex technical, R&D-driven or industrial environment.
• Proven experience leading large, multidisciplinary programs with significant budgets and multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to operate at both strategic and operational level and translate strategy into execution.
• Structured and analytical approach, combined with pragmatism and a strong focus on delivery.
• Confidence to challenge stakeholders constructively and make issues visible when needed.
• Master’s or PhD degree in a technical field.
• Ability to understand complex technical topics and assess their impact on the wider program.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee complex, multidisciplinary programs across R&D, engineering and operations.
• Develop a structured program and project management approach across LeydenJar.
• Create transparency on planning, progress, budgets, risks, resources and dependencies.
• Challenge and support project and line managers on scope, priorities and execution.
• Translate strategic priorities into clear objectives and executable plans.
• Provide senior management with clear insights to support decision-making.
• Minimize operational issues through proactive monitoring, investigation, and corrective actions.
• Align internal and external stakeholders around program objectives.

Skills

Program management

Stakeholder management

Strategic execution

Leadership

Budget management

Analytical thinking

Education

Master’s or PhD in a technical field

Job description

LeydenJar seeks a Senior Program Manager to lead critical programs spanning R&D, engineering and operations, connecting strategic priorities with execution. You will define and drive a disciplined program management approach and report to senior leadership to keep complex initiatives on track.

You will collaborate with technical teams and cross-functional leaders to translate strategy into actionable plans, manage budgets, and ensure successful delivery in a fast-moving environment.