Senior Project Manager

About us:  At Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world.  Driven by a passion for excellence, we partner with leading Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences and Industrial companies to design, manufacture and service some of the world’s most transformative products, including advanced surgical systems, diagnostic instruments, healthcare imaging equipment, mission critical aerospace systems, and electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. Visit Plexus.com to learn more about our unwavering commitment to our vision. 

When we invest in our people, we invest in building a better world. 

With a vision rooted in the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of our team members, our customers, their end users and our communities, people are the heart of what we do and who we are. It is our values that unite us and guide us in everything that we do, including how we operate, behave and interact to foster a workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best.  

Our values include: Growing our People, Building Belonging, Innovating Responsibly, Delivering Excellence and Creating Customer Success. 

As a team member, you will engage in impactful work through global collaboration and the use of emerging technologies, join an inclusive culture where every team member is valued and working toward a greater purpose, and be empowered to reach your full potential through various development programs designed to accelerate your growth. 

Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members' wellbeing, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and opportunities for professional development. We also prioritize work-life balance and offer a variety of perks to enhance the team member experience.  For more information, visit our US benefits website at usbenefits.plexus.com. Our commitment to pay range transparency fosters an equitable workplace, where everyone can feel valued. The annual compensation range for this position is stated below. The salary offered within this range will be based upon the geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level. Salary Range:

$109,600.00 - $164,400.00

Purpose Statement: The Global Technologies Senior Project Manager is responsible for maximizing the value returned from large-sized projects and programs. This role partners with senior leadership, such as Global Directors, to drive their strategic portfolio of projects, ensuring the application of project management best practices and effective communication. This position focuses on gathering the correct resources to accomplish projects by their targeted deadlines, supporting portfolio management and ensuring successful execution of large-scale, global initiatives.

Key Job Accountabilities:

• Portfolio & Program Management: Supports Global Directors in leading assigned programs by proactively planning, monitoring, and controlling program execution. Assists in developing and maintaining program and portfolio plans, considering project interdependencies, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies.

• Executive Communication & Status Reporting: Proactively communicates project progress, changes, and status to stakeholders, anticipating their needs and keeping them informed of potential roadblocks and mitigation strategies. Translates complex project details into strategic summaries and tailors communication to different audiences, including executive leadership, to secure support.

• Global Collaboration & Stakeholder Alignment: Acts as a key partner to leadership to foster alignment among cross-functional teams and stakeholders for strategic initiatives. Develops and implements comprehensive project management plans for geographically dispersed teams and manages stakeholder expectations across cultural boundaries.

• Project Life Cycle & Methodologies: Leads assigned projects and programs, expertly applying the best-fit methodology, including agile and waterfall, within the Plexus PMO framework. Optimizes project plans considering schedule, budget, and resource constraints. Provides coaching and development to less senior PMs and project team members, fostering their growth.

• Driving a Lean & Improvement Culture: In support of strategic trans