Program Delivery Manager - Program Symphony at Particle Measuring Systems in Boulder, Colorado

Job Description:

Do you want to be part of a business that genuinely values entrepreneurialism, innovation and individual accountability? We focus on our customers and are proud of the difference our technology makes. We partner with some of the biggest manufacturing companies in the world and our technical innovations are used to enhance well-known brands across multiple industries.



Particle Measuring Systems (PMS) sets the standard for cleanroom contamination monitoring. With more than 60 patents, we create the technology that enables our customers to make fact-based decisions, improve process yields and comply with ever-changing regulatory requirements.



About Program Symphony




Symphony is a business-led transformation program strategically aimed at transforming the PMS ways of working and improving end-to-end processes enabled by technology. It is a multi-phased program consisting of the following components: Master Data Management, migrating to a modern ERP platform, SAP S4HANA in a Rise environment, Salesforce Service Management, and Experience Cloud with Salesforce.



The Role



As the Program Delivery Manager for Symphony, you will be responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating activities related to the transition of our ERP system to SAP 4 Hana. Reporting directly to the Transformation Director, you will analyze establish priorities, develop standards/governance, and set deadlines to ensure the successful delivery of the ERP design solution. You will collaborate with dedicated program staff, implementation partners, department heads, managers, supervisors, vendors, and other stakeholders to solicit cooperation and resolve problems, while also reviewing project plans and coordinating project activities to meet organizational goals.



Specific Job Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain the detailed integrated plan, baseline and critical path, including interdependency with other adjacent PMS projects.


• Management of the PMO to establish the integrated plan, work stream definitions, tracking and reporting required for each work stream and Programme Governance.


• In partnership with the Transformation Director, this position will own the delivery relationship with the chosen third-party Partner Delivery Manager.


• In collaboration with our third-party implementation partner, establish and operate the program governance including weekly work stream tracking, IT CAB, Program Board, Steering Committee and Risk Management forums.


• Operating change control in conjunction with the Business and Solution Design Authorities and other functions as required.


• Direct daily operations of the program, analyzing workflow, establishing priorities, developing standards, and setting deadlines.


• Meet with department heads, managers, supervisors, vendors, and others to solicit cooperation and resolve problems related to the ERP implementation project.


• Provide regular updates and deliverables to the Steering Committee, including project status reports, risk assessments, issue resolution plans, and recommendations for course corrections.


• Review project plans to plan and coordinate project activity, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement SAP solutions that drive growth, improve efficiency, and exploit technology to achieve business results.


• Manage a team of technical and non-technical resources, including mentoring team members to ensure the successful execution of the ERP implementation project.


• Ensure regulatory compliance and system reliability and stability through the implementation of robust change management processes and adherence to best practices and standard operating procedures.


• Monitor system performance, identify opportunities to improve system efficiency, and address any system-related issues in a timely manner.


• Collaborate with external partners to stay abreast of new SAP technologies, recommend and implement improvements to the SAP systems, and lead project management efforts related to SAP implementation and upgrades.


• Assist in the development and management a comprehensive SAP training program for end-users to ensure system adoption and effectiveness and provide regular updates to senior leadership on project status, risks, and issues.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field; MBA preferred.


• 10+ years of experience in IT management, preferably in a manufacturing or regulated industry.


• Strong knowledge of SAP systems, including implementation, customization, and system architecture, as well as SAP best practices and methodologies.


• Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills, with the ability to develop and manage complex project plans and budgets.


• SAP Certification preferred

The Nuts and Bolts




Location - This is an "in-office" position 10-20% of the time. The location of this position is in Boulder, CO. The remainder of the time you may work from home. These percentages are targets with the actual schedule to be determined in conjunction with the Manager's expectations for the position.



2024 Benefits At-a-Glance



Our benefit package is provided through our parent company, Spectris.

• Medical


• Health Advocate - This confidential service can help you; your spouse, dependent children, parents, and parents-in-law resolve health care and insurance-related issues, manage chronic conditions and improve your health and well-being.


• Dental - Delta Dental PPO; DeltaCare USA


• Vision - VSP Vision Plan


• 401(k)


• Flexible Spending Account


• Onsite Wellness Clinic - Onsite physician for basic health and wellness consultations.

Pay Range



$106000 - 150000 depending upon experience



How we determine what we pay (compensation philosophy)



Particle Measuring Systems determines pay for positions using local, national, and industry-specific survey data, for the Boulder, Colorado area. We will evaluate external equity, which is the relative marketplace job worth of jobs directly comparable to jobs within our company.


For new hires, we try to make competitive offers between the minimum and around the midpoint of the range. This allows the new employee room for future merit increases during review cycles. There may be times when we will offer above the midpoint. The decision to do so will be based on the applicant's level of experience, education, and specialized knowledge and skills. Additionally, we consider the external market rate, the amount we have budgeted internally, and the compensation rates of the employees within the company doing the same position.


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