Digital Program Lead - Manufacturing Transformation

HireKraft - SAP Staffing. Solved.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HireKraft - SAP Staffing. Solved. is seeking a Digital Program Lead to spearhead a comprehensive digital factory transformation initiative. This permanent full-time position requires expertise in managing enterprise transformations within manufacturing, focusing on modernization and ramp-up operations.

The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of experience in program management, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams in complex environments. Opportunity for growth in a rapidly evolving industry awaits at HireKraft.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of transformation or program management experience.
• Experience within manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Experience leading enterprise transformation programs.

Responsibilities

• Drive governance, planning, prioritization, and stakeholder alignment.
• Coordinate cross-functional business and IT workstreams.
• Support factory digitalization and operational transformation programs.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Job description

Digital Program Lead – Manufacturing Transformation

Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent Direct Hire

HireKraft is conducting a search for a Digital Program Lead – Manufacturing Transformation to support a large-scale digital factory transformation initiative focused on manufacturing modernization and factory ramp‑up operations.

This role is ideal for candidates with experience leading enterprise transformation programs across manufacturing operations, business functions, and digital platforms within Industry 4.0 environments.

Important:

• This is a permanent full‑time direct hire position (not contract)
• Candidates must currently live in or be willing to relocate to the Detroit Metro, Atlanta, or Reston area

Why This Opportunity?

• Large‑scale manufacturing transformation initiative
• Exposure to digital factory and Industry 4.0 environments
• Opportunity to drive enterprise transformation initiatives
• Cross‑functional leadership across business and technology teams
• Long‑term growth opportunity within a rapidly evolving transformation environment

Key Responsibilities

• Drive governance, planning, prioritization, and stakeholder alignment
• Coordinate cross‑functional business and IT workstreams
• Support factory digitalization and operational transformation programs
• Manage program risks, dependencies, and executive communications

Preferred Background

• Manufacturing transformation programs
• Digital factory or Industry 4.0 initiatives
• Enterprise transformation leadership
• Program governance and stakeholder management
• Cross‑functional business and IT environments
• Manufacturing operations or factory ramp‑up experience

Requirements

• 6+ years of transformation or program management experience
• Experience within manufacturing or industrial environments
• Experience leading enterprise transformation programs
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to manage complex cross‑functional initiatives

How to Apply

• A brief summary of your manufacturing transformation and program leadership experience
• Your preferred location (Detroit Metro, Atlanta, or Reston)