Transition Optical - Global Program Manager

at  Transitions

WHO WE ARE

We are EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses. The Company brings together the complementary expertise of two industry pioneers, one in advanced lens technologies and the other in the craftsmanship of iconic eyewear, to create a vertically integrated business that is uniquely positioned to address the world’s evolving vision needs and the global demand of a growing eyewear industry.
With over 180,000 dedicated employees in 150 countries driving our iconic brands, our people are creative, entrepreneurial and celebrated for their unique perspectives and individuality. Committed to vision, we enable people to “see more and be more” thanks to our innovative designs and lens technologies, exceptional quality and cutting-edge processing methods. Every day we impact the lives of millions by changing the way people see the world.
Transitions Optical has been pioneering and leading the photochromic industry for more than 25 years. We are part of the EssilorLuxottica Group and we are all about living Seamlessly. That’s what our products enable, whether it’s changing from light to dark without breaking stride. Or the freedom of using a product that’s so perfect for you that you forget you’re even wearing it. It’s what our company does. Whether that’s through innovating in both style and technology, together, seamlessly. Or through marrying the start-up spirit with the heavyweight power of the global leader.
There are people who can see the future. There are people who can build it. And there are people who can do both. We’re looking for the latter.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• A Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering or a related field
• At least 6-10 years of experience in a project management role
• Building strong work relationships
• Decision maker
• Drive for results
• Customer Focus
• Managerial courage
• Business acumen

JOB PURPOSE

The Global Program Manager is responsible for leading innovation to the market. As the Global Program Manager, you will lead a dedicated team of Project managers with in the PMO department. You will also lead projects, bringing products from original ideas to successful market launch as well as new processes or services. You will manage cross-functional teams to obtain results according to the commitments. You will be communicating and presenting progress to governance committees.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE

• Lead a team Project Managers.
• Mentor, coach, and ensure that career development plans are in place for direct reports.
• In the intial stages of the project, responsible for defining the scope with the stakeholders, deeterming the product/service/process key features and the capabilities required for its delivery.
• Responsible for building a cross functional team gathering the skills and responsibilities needed for the launch.
• Responsible for the preparing the project with the team, describing the scope, business plan, planning, cost estimate, risk analysis, and quality plan, and obtain the commitment of the team members on its delivery .
• Responsible for managing the team and follow up the project, with regular project team meeting.
• Responsible for anticipating the risks and manage deviations from the plan, by implementing contingency plans.
• Responsible for building comprehensive Business KPIs.
• Communicate regularly with the management team and the project governance on the progress and level of risk, and raise alerts when appropriate, preparing alternate options for decision.
• Launch the products on time, according to the commitments of the team.
• Capitalize the return of experience with the team after the launch.