Industrial Program Manager

Schneider Electric Corp; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 118,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

Flexible work arrangements

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking a Program Manager to lead strategic industrial programs in the United States. You will define program objectives, create plans, and drive execution across a potentially distributed team while communicating effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in manufacturing operations, solid knowledge of finance and cost accounting, and proven program management experience with strong leadership and English proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years in manufacturing operations.
• Strong understanding of finance and cost accounting.
• Fluent English communications at all levels.
• At least 3 years in program management with team leadership.
• Experience with metering is a plus.
• Willingness to travel 50% domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead Program Management Plan to meet scope, schedule, budget.
• Develop and manage the Program Management Plan with Sponsor input.
• Enforce change control on scope, schedule, and budget.
• Staff the Program team with qualified resources.
• Resolve issues and escalate as needed.
• Identify and manage risks; drive corrective actions to closure.
• Monitor program status and report to management regularly.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Communication

Finance & cost accounting

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree

Mfg operations

Fluent English

Metering experience

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Engineering

Master’s degree (plus)

Job description

General Purpose of the Role

The Program Manager will lead strategic industrial Programs. The Program Manager is responsible for achieving Program objectives. S/he works closely with the Program Sponsor and Program Management Team to define the Program objectives, create Program plans, and execute the plan to achieve Program objectives.The Program Manager has a working knowledge of the technical and organizational environments in which the Program deliverables are created and in which they will be used.The Program Manager must be an excellent communicator at all levels within the Program environment, be proactive, exhibit strong leadership qualities, be able to influence and be able to adapt to a dynamic and potentially geographically disbursed Program environment.

Main Responsibilities:

• Responsible for meeting the scope, schedule, resource and budget commitments reflected in the Program Management Plan.
• Lead the Program management team in developing and managing the Program Management Plan within the constraints established and approved by the Program Sponsor.
• Implement and enforce change control over Program scope, schedule, resources and budget.
• Negotiate with functional managers and/or organizational management to obtain adequate resources with appropriate skills to staff the Program team.
• Manage the timely resolution of issues, including the escalation of issues that are outside of the Program team’s scope of responsibility.
• Continually identify and proactively manage Program risks & issues, ensure execution of corrective action plans up to closure.
• Monitor the Program and report the Program status to management on a regular basis.

This job might be for you if you have:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Engineering, Masters is a plus
• At least 3 years of experience in mfg operations
• Strong understanding of finance and cost accounting
• Fluent English
• At least three years of Program management (as team member or leader, but with good understanding of Program management)
• Leadership skills: Communicator, Organizer, Influential, Action Planner, Self Motivated, Implementer
• Experience with metering preferred
• Willing to travel 50% domestic and international

What's in it for me?

• Lead projects that directly impact operational excellence and business success
• Work with innovative technologies and shape the future of industrial operations
• Collaborative culture that supports your professional development and career growth
• Opportunity to influence strategic direction and drive meaningful change

At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.

Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits- it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.

For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 117,600 - USD 176,400 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you

Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:

Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.

Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.

Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.

Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.

Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.

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