Transformation Manager

International Motors; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 160,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

International Motors in Lisle, Illinois is seeking a Transformation Manager to lead enterprise-wide process transformations and business outcomes. You will partner with senior leaders to align priorities, define roadmaps, and deliver measurable value across functions.

The role blends strategic thinking with hands-on leadership to implement recommendations and drive adoption. You will strengthen governance, advance AI and digital initiatives, and build capabilities to help teams execute change

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least 11 years of project/program management experience
• At least 2 years of lead experience
• Master's degree and at least 9 years of project/program management experience
• At least 14 years of project/program management experience
• Authorized to work in the United States (no sponsorship expected)

Responsibilities

• Lead complex, cross-functional transformation initiatives from initial assessment and strategy development through implementation and measurable value realization.
• Establish clear business ownership, performance metrics, governance structures, and accountability to ensure transformation efforts deliver sustainable results.
• Develop and strengthen end-to-end process ownership and governance across functions and value streams.
• Apply structured problem-solving, process excellence, and change management practices to improve organizational effectiveness and business performance.
• Mentor and develop analysts, process engineers, and other transformation practitioners, sharing best practices and building the team's capabilities.

Skills

Enterprise Transformation

Strategic Execution

Executive Influence

Change Management

Industry Experience

AI and Digital Transformation

Process Excellence and Governance

Leadership and Development

Education

Bachelor's degree + 11+ years PM experience

Master's degree + 9+ years PM experience

14+ years PM experience

Job description

Location and Compensation

InternationalLisle, IllinoisProject ManagementRegular Full Time Employee10/21/2026USD $160,000.00/Yr.USD $240,000.00/Yr.59994

Position Overview

Ready to drive meaningful change at an enterprise level? Join International Motors as a Transformation Manager on our Business Process Transformation (BPT) team.

At International Motors, we are focused on turning strategy into action and creating lasting business impact across our organization. We are looking for a strategic, results-driven transformation professional who can bring clarity to complex challenges, align cross-functional leaders, and turn ambitious business priorities into measurable outcomes.

As a Transformation Manager, you will play a key role in advancing enterprise-wide transformation initiatives, partnering with Director- and VP-level leaders to strengthen organizational effectiveness, improve business processes, and accelerate strategic execution. This role is ideal for someone who combines the strategic thinking of a consultant with the hands-on leadership needed to move initiatives from recommendations to implementation and results.

You will also help shape how transformation is delivered at International Motors by strengthening governance, advancing AI and digital initiatives, and building the capabilities that enable our teams to execute change more effectively.

Responsibilities

Cross-Functional Strategy and Alignment

• Partner with Director- and VP-level leaders to align business priorities, build consensus across functions, and drive decisions—even when priorities compete or direct authority is limited.
• Translate strategic objectives and performance targets into actionable process improvements, organizational changes, and capability-building initiatives.
• Identify interdependencies across strategic priorities, business processes, and transformation initiatives, resolving ownership gaps and organizational barriers.
• Serve as a business partner on AI and digital transformation initiatives by defining business problems, establishing process requirements, challenging proposed solutions, and driving adoption.
• Facilitate executive discussions that turn complex challenges and ambiguity into clear decisions, accountabilities, and actionable roadmaps.

Enterprise Transformation Leadership

• Lead complex, cross-functional transformation initiatives from initial assessment and strategy development through implementation and measurable value realization.
• Establish clear business ownership, performance metrics, governance structures, and accountability to ensure transformation efforts deliver sustainable results.
• Develop and strengthen end-to-end process ownership and governance across functions and value streams.
• Advance Business Process Transformation (BPT) methodologies, standards, governance models, and Center of Excellence (CoE) foundations to improve enterprise execution.
• Apply structured problem-solving, process excellence, and change management practices to improve organizational effectiveness and business performance.
• Mentor and develop analysts, process engineers, and other transformation practitioners, sharing best practices and building the team's overall transformation capabilities.

Minimum Requirements

• • Bachelor's degree and at least 11 years of project/program management experience
• • At least 2 years of lead experience
• • OR
• • Master's degree and at least 9 years of project/program management experience
• • At least 2 years of lead experience
• • OR
• • At least 14 years of project/program management experience
• • At least 2 years of lead experience

Additional Requirements

• Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)

Desired Skills

• Enterprise Transformation: 5+ years of experience in top-tier management consulting or leading an enterprise transformation office.
• Strategic Execution: Demonstrated success leading large, cross-functional transformation initiatives from strategy through implementation, delivering measurable business outcomes.
• Executive Influence: Strong executive presence, with the ability to facilitate discussions, synthesize complex information, communicate compelling narratives, and influence senior leaders.
• Change Management: Experience applying structured change management methodologies; Prosci certification or equivalent is preferred.
• Industry Experience: Background in automotive, manufacturing, transportation, logistics, or a related industrial environment.
• AI and Digital Transformation: Hands-on experience implementing AI solutions to improve individual productivity, business workflows, or enterprise processes.
• Process Excellence and Governance: Experience developing operating models, establishing governance frameworks, improving end-to-end processes, and strengthening organizational accountability.
• Leadership and Development: Ability to coach, mentor, and develop team members while building a collaborative, results-oriented transformation culture.

Benefits and Compensation

This position offers competitive market-based compensation, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee wellbeing. You can learn more about the benefits offered for this position by visiting https://careers.international.com/#benefits.

The expected salary offered for this position will fall within the stated range, with the final offer based on the candidates' applicable skills, knowledge, and experience.

Why Join International Motors?

• Make an enterprise-wide impact. Work directly with senior leaders to advance the company's most important strategic priorities.
• Turn strategy into results. Lead initiatives through implementation and deliver measurable, lasting business value.
• Shape the future of transformation. Help establish the frameworks, governance, and capabilities that strengthen how our organization executes change.
• Collaborate across the business. Join a high-performing team with broad cross-functional reach and the opportunity to influence outcomes across the organization.
• Develop and grow. Build your leadership capabilities while mentoring others and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.
• Explore global opportunities. Grow your career with an organization operating across the commercial vehicle, transportation, and logistics industries.

Company Overview

About TRATON

With its brands Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus, TRATON SE is the parent and holding company of the TRATON GROUP and one of the world’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. The Group’s product portfolio comprises trucks, buses, and light-duty commercial vehicles. “Transforming Transportation Together. For a sustainable world.”: this intention underlines the Company’s ambition to have a lasting and sustainable impact on the commercial vehicle business and on the Group’s commercial growth.

About International

From a one-man company built on the world-changing invention of the McCormick reaper in 1831, to the 15,000-person-strong company we are today,few companies can lay claim to a history like International. Based in Lisle, Illinois, International Motors, LLC\* creates solutions that deliver greater uptime and productivity to our customers throughout the full operation of our commercial vehicles. We build International® trucks and engines and IC Bus® school and commercial buses that are as tough and as smart as the people who drive them. We also develop Fleetrite® aftermarket parts. In everything we do, our vision is to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility to create the cleaner, safer world we all deserve. As of 2021, we joined Scania, MAN and Volkswagen Truck & Bus in TRATON GROUP, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. To learn more, visit International.com.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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