Senior Program Manager

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The Senior Program Manager will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale, cross-functional projects to ensure alignment with client expectations and business objectives. This role will lead project teams, manage budgets and timelines, and serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

 

Your role in our team

• You will define project timelines, scope, and budget in collaboration with stakeholders.
• You will oversee the full project lifecycle from initiation to closure, including scheduling, resourcing, and execution.
• You will partner cross-functionally with internal teams such as engineering, sales, EHS&S, finance, contract management, and customer service.
• You will act as the principal contact for all client-facing communications and technical documentation.
• You will lead risk management efforts by identifying, assessing, and mitigating project-related risks.
• You will monitor project budgets and schedules, proactively managing deviations to maintain financial and operational integrity.
• You will conduct performance reviews and lessons-learned analyses at key project milestones and closure.
• You will ensure safety compliance in collaboration with site managers and environmental teams.
• You will manage all project meetings, including documentation, status updates, and stakeholder communications.
• You will oversee specification and contract compliance with third-party vendors and suppliers.
• You will provide technical leadership by translating contractual requirements into deliverables for engineering teams.
• You will maintain quality assurance standards across all phases of the project.
• You will support issue resolution by leading escalation paths across departments.
• You will perform other duties as assigned.

 

Your profile

• You have a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related technical field.
• You have 10+ years of progressive experience in project or program management roles.
• You have a proven track record of managing large-scale, complex technical projects in material handling, logistics, or automation systems.
• You have experience working in matrixed and multicultural environments.
• You have an advanced degree or certifications (e.g., PMP, Six Sigma)—preferred but not required.
• You have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• You have strong interpersonal, leadership, and client management capabilities.
• You have exceptional project planning and organizational skills.
• You have the ability to lead and motivate multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment.
• You have proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, SAP, or equivalent).
• You have strong financial and analytical acumen related to cost forecasting and resource planning.
• You have the ability to problem-solve and adapt strategies based on evolving conditions.
• You have cultural competence and experience working with global project teams.

 

Eligible applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

 

Your working environment at Körber

Körber is pioneering cutting-edge sorting technology and solutions that shape the future of mail and parcel automation across Europe, North America and Asia. Set new industry standards and champion customer-centric services and solutions with our dynamic parcel logistics team based in Irving, Texas, USA.

 

This full-time, exempt role offers a hybrid work setting.

 

Your benefits

• You will enjoy a flexible work environment that supports your work-life balance; we offer paid time off for parental leave and 22+ days off for personal time and holidays
• You will have access to medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with FSA or HSA options, and a 401(k) plan with a company match up to six percent
• You are provided with several company-paid benefits, including vision insurance, short and long-term disability and basic life insurance plans, and educational and employee assistance programs

 

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