PMO & Programs Manager

PPG; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

PPG is seeking a PMO & Programs Manager to lead the execution discipline for procurement and applicable supply chain projects within the global Operations Center of Excellence. You will apply PMO methods, manage the SSMO, and drive value realization across initiatives to ensure they are scoped, prioritized, executed, measured and embedded into sustainable operating routines.

This role collaborates across procurement spend categories and operations teams, guiding planning discipline and

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive experience in project management, program management, process improvement, procurement operations, supply chain operations or related fields.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Project Management, Operations or a related field required; MBA or advanced degree.
• Lean Six Sigma certification is required or advanced certification such as PMP, PgMP, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or an equivalent credential is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and improve the approved PMO framework, intake process, prioritization methodology, project review schedule, portfolio reporting and supporting tools.
• Support project value assessment, prioritization, sponsor understanding, resource evaluation, execution tracking and implementation discipline.
• Partner with Finance to validate financial and productivity impact, including hard savings, soft savings, risk reduction, governance value and operational productivity.
• Oversee the SSMO operating rhythm, planning calendar, strategy review structure, templates, partner engagement, repository discipline and training refreshes.
• Allow use of the sourcing strategy development process through clear standards, templates, training, planning discipline, progress tracking and escalation of gaps.
• Guide stronger planning discipline to support spend-under-strategy goals and reduce reactive rescheduling, rework and team member misalignment.
• Lead assigned Procurement and applicable Supply Chain programs and apply PMO methods to planning, execution, reporting, risk management, adoption and value realization.
• Provide PMO support for approved contract management improvement programs without assuming ownership of contract policy, legal approval authority.

Skills

Project management

Process improvement

Continuous improvement

Procurement operations

Supply chain operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Project Management, Operations or related field

MBA or advanced degree

Lean Six Sigma or PMP/PgMP/Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent

Job description

The PMO & Programs Manager leads the execution discipline for main Procurement and applicable Supply Chain projects. You will be responsible for PMO methods, the Sourcing Strategy Management Office (SSMO), assigned program execution, PMO support for approved contract management improvement initiatives, continuous improvement and value realization. The role ensures initiatives are appropriately scoped, prioritized, executed, measured and embedded into sustainable operating routines.

This role is part of the global Operations Center of Excellence and is expected to work across Procurement spend categories and applicable Supply Chain or Operations initiatives where PMO methods, execution discipline or process improvement support is required.

This Job is located in #LI-Onsite and will report to Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and improve the approved PMO framework, intake process, prioritization methodology, project review schedule, portfolio reporting and supporting tools.
• Support project value assessment, prioritization, sponsor understanding, resource evaluation, execution tracking and implementation discipline.
• Partner with Finance to validate financial and productivity impact, including hard savings, soft savings, risk reduction, governance value and operational productivity.
• Oversee the SSMO operating rhythm, planning calendar, strategy review structure, templates, partner engagement, repository discipline and training refreshes.
• Allow use of the sourcing strategy development process through clear standards, templates, training, planning discipline, progress tracking and escalation of gaps.
• Guide stronger planning discipline to support spend-under-strategy goals and reduce reactive rescheduling, rework and team member misalignment.
• Lead assigned Procurement and applicable Supply Chain programs and apply PMO methods to planning, execution, reporting, risk management, adoption and value realization.
• Provide PMO support for approved contract management improvement programs without assuming ownership of contract policy, legal approval authority.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive experience in project management, program management, process improvement, continuous improvement, procurement operations, supply chain operations or related fields, with demonstrated ability to operate.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Project Management, Operations or a related field required; Master of Business Administration or advanced degree.
• Lean Six Sigma certification is required or advanced certification such as PMP, PgMP, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or an equivalent credential is preferred.

How we work: At PPG, we bring teams together to accelerate collaboration and career development, with in-person work Monday through Thursday and the opportunity to work remotely on Flexible Fridays. Schedules may vary by location.

About us:

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD ®

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways thandoes any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG onX.

The PPG Way 2030

We are customer champions

Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, movefastanddon’tstop until we solve their biggest challenges..?..

We act with purpose and speed

Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.

We are excellentoperators

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identifyproblems, takeownershipand always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support ourfrontline,the faces of PPG to our customers.

We compete to win

Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace newtechnologiesand leverage agility and speed as strengths.

We are PPG proud

Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act withintegrityand value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world.

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PPGprovidesequal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genderidentityor expression.

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PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary bylocationwhich allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurancecoveragesand benefits will bein accordance withthe terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.Benefits will be discussed with your recruiter during the hiring process.

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