Program Manager

Our Alameda, CA location currently has an opportunity for a Program Manager. The Program Manager will lead the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of Class A certification standards across regional operations. This role requires a deep understanding of manufacturing, marketing, and supply chain functions, as well as the ability to influence senior leadership and support local program managers in driving transformational change.

Title: Program Manager

Location: Alameda, CA

Duration: 11 months

100% Onsite

Responsibilities:

• Lead the understanding, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of Class A certification standards across all regional sites.
• Develop strong, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders in Manufacturing, Marketing, and Supply Chain functions.
• Serve as the primary liaison between regional sites, Chicago MM operations, and external Class A consultants.
• Support and guide local Program Managers in managing the full scope of changes required to achieve and sustain Class A certification.
• Oversee the budget and timeline for Class A implementation, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
• Establish and lead regional benchmarking teams to promote best practice sharing and consistency across all locations.
• Provide regular updates and communications on project status to AI Division leadership.
• Deliver training and implementation support to all Class A program participants across Manufacturing, Affiliate, and Logistics teams.
• Strategically plan and manage the use of external consultants to maximize value and minimize cost.
• Continuously evaluate and improve processes to support long-term sustainability of Class A standards.

Key Success Factors:

• Supervisory experience with the ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Strong understanding of supply chain operations, manufacturing processes, and marketing functions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Administration, Sciences, Engineering, or Humanities.
• Proven project management track record, preferably in a regulated or manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working with external consultants and managing large-scale change initiatives is a plus.

Consultants Eligible Benefits Upon Waiting Period:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account (for High Deductible Health Plans)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Limited Purpose, Dependent Care, Commuter Parking and Commuter Transit)
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability (coverage varies by state)
• Long Term Disability
• Critical Illness, Hospital coverage, Accident Insurance
• MetLife Legal, MetLife ID Fraud, and MetLife Pet Insurance
• 401(k)

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