Director of Operations Program Management

Clarios

$120K — $150K *
Business Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, or related field
  • 10+ years in operations, program management, or manufacturing leadership
  • 5+ years leading large-scale, cross-functional programs in a multi-site environment
  • Ability to travel 20%-40% of the time
  • MBA preferred

Responsibilities

  • Define and lead operations program management framework
  • Prioritize and manage a strategic initiatives portfolio
  • Establish program KPIs, milestones, and reporting cadence
  • Oversee end-to-end execution of large-scale operations programs
  • Ensure timely, budget-compliant program delivery
  • Identify risks, resolve issues, and enforce accountability
  • Partner with stakeholders to align priorities and resources
  • Lead cross-functional program teams and ensure effective communication
  • Influence executive decision-making and escalate issues as necessary
  • Drive standardization of program management processes
  • Ensure programs achieve productivity, quality, and cost improvements
  • Promote scalability and best practice replication across the network
  • Align capacity planning with product roadmap
  • Lead change management efforts for successful program adoption
  • Develop communication plans for stakeholders at all levels
  • Foster engagement across diverse teams and geographies
  • Manage program budgets and financial tracking
  • Report on program ROI and operational impact
  • Align projects with financial and strategic plans

Benefits

  • Medical, dental and vision coverage starting on hire date
  • 401(k) savings plan with company matching
  • Tuition reimbursement, perks and discounts
  • Parental and caregiver leave programs
  • Paid time off, flexible spending accounts, and disability insurance
  • LEED certified headquarters with cafeteria and workout facilities
Full Job Description

What you will do

The Director of Operations Program Management leads the planning, development, execution, and end-to-end governance of strategic operational initiatives across the organization.  This role ensures cross-functional programs are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned to business objectives, scalability, and performance improvements. This role partners directly with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Commercial, Finance, Quality, and HR to execute complex, high-impact product, process, and strategic programs across multiple sites and regions.  

How you will do it

Program Strategy & Governance

  • Define and lead the operations program management framework, including standards, tools, and governance processes

  • Prioritize and manage a portfolio of strategic initiatives aligned with business and operational goals

  • Establish program KPIs, milestones, reporting cadence, and executive-level visibility

Program Execution

  • Oversee end-to-end execution of large-scale, cross-functional operations programs (i.e., product/process changes, new product introductions, cost reduction initiatives, strategic network moves, and digital transformations)

  • Ensure programs are delivered on time, within budget, and meet defined success criteria

  • Identify risks, resolve issues, and drive accountability across stakeholders

Cross-Functional Leadership

  • Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to align priorities and resource allocations

  • Lead cross-functional program teams, ensuring clear roles, ownership, and communication

  • Influence decision-making at the executive level and escalate critical issues appropriately

Operational Excellence

  • Drive standardization of program management processes and best practices across sites

  • Ensure programs deliver measurable improvements in productivity, quality, cost, and delivery

  • Drive scalability and replication of best practices across the network

  • Align process capability and capacity planning with product roadmap

Change Management & Communication

  • Lead change management efforts to ensure successful program adoption and sustainment

  • Develop and execute communication plans for stakeholders at all levels (plant to executive)

  • Build alignment and engagement across diverse teams and geographies

Financial & Performance Management

  • Manage program budgets, capital planning, and financial tracking

  • Track and report on program ROI, cost savings, and operational impact

  • Ensure alignment with overall financial and strategic plans

What we look for

Required

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, or other related field is required.

  • At least 10 years of experience in operations, program management, or manufacturing leadership.

  • At least 5 years leading large-scale, cross-functional programs in a multi-site environment

  • Ability to travel up to 20% to 40%

Preferred

  • MBA preferred.

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What you get:

  • Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire

  • Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts

  • Parental and caregiver leave programs

  • All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, and Employee Assistance Program

  • Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership

  • HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility

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