Program Manager II

Reed Elsevier Shared Services (Philippines) Inc Company; Manila; On-site; PHP 558,000 - 1,004,000; Full time

Job summary

Reed Elsevier Shared Services (Philippines) Inc. is seeking a professional to drive and embed a continuous improvement culture, partnering with the FAH process and cross-divisional teams to identify and implement tactical and operational improvements, and to support strategic initiatives.

The role requires strong change leadership, stakeholder management, and a practical understanding of finance processes, with a focus on delivering measurable productivity gains.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Problem-solving and analytical mindset.
• Ability to quickly learn and apply enterprise AI tools and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement across FAH processes.
• Partner with cross-divisional teams to implement strategic initiatives.
• Embed a culture of change and operational excellence.

Skills

Change management

Results orientation

Initiative

Technical/Professional expertise

Problem solving

Communication

Develops Others

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

MS Outlook

Job description

Job Summary

Acts as a catalyst of driving and embedding a continuous improvement culture and partnering with the FAH process and cross divisional teams to identify and implement tactical, operational as well as supporting the successful implementation of strategic initiatives

Core Competencies

1. Champions Change: Acts as a change agent; champions new projects; energizes others to want to change; fosters an organisational climate that looks for and supports opportunities for change; helps others through times of change.


2. Drives for Results: Does everything possible to achieve results; consistently meets or exceed expectations; builds commitment in others for individual and team objectives; leads efforts to increase productivity and goal accomplishment.


3. Takes Initiative: Anticipates and responds to threats or opportunities that might affect business performance; has the confidence to initiate action; independently address unexpected opportunities or problems; goes above and beyond what needs to be done; models proactive behaviour; works with a moderate level of guidance.


4. Technical/Professional Expertise: Asks good questions to elicit accurate information; systematically evaluates problems; encourage alternative approaches and new ideas.


5. Solve Problems and Analyses Issues: Asks good questions to elicit accurate information; systematically evaluates problems; encourage alternative approaches and new ideas.


6. Communicates Powerfully and Prolifically: Communicates clearly and concisely; delivers effective messages through various mediums; is skilful in both listening and questioning; breaks down communication barriers between teams and divisions.


7. Develops Others: Fosters a learning environment; acts as a coach or mentor to others/new colleagues; provides honest feedback; encourages others to continually seek out development opportunities.

Technical Competencies

• With good grasp of Project Management methodologies


• Experience within finance transformation/continuous improvement capacity


• Good practical understanding of Finance processes


• Proficient in MS Outlook applications


• Project Management or Lean Six Sigma Certification preferred

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.


• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.


• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.


• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.


• Problem-solving and analytical mindset.


• Ability to quickly learn and apply enterprise AI tools and technologies to support technical workflows and business objectives.

Other Qualifications/Requirements

• Strong project management and communication skills, influential communicator with effective decision-making skills


• Thinks outside the box / innovative with the ability to build relationships within and across functional teams


• Ability to see the big picture and assess business impact

We know your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. We are delighted to offer country specific benefits.

We are an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. USA Job Seekers: EEO Know Your Rights.

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