Program Manager

Job Description: The Program Manager will lead the development of comprehensive business cases supporting the regionalization of electrical products and supply chains. This role will evaluate and recommend supply chain localization and regionalization opportunities by assessing upstream supplier networks, manufacturing footprint options, distribution strategies, inventory positioning, logistics flows, and ERP impacts.The individual will work across global and regional stakeholders to develop data-driven recommendations that support cost optimization, tariff mitigation, resilience, lead-time reduction, customer service improvement, and risk reduction while maintaining alignment with enterprise systems and processes.Scope of Work1. Regionalization Assessment & Strategy DevelopmentAssess current end-to-end supply chain footprint for targeted product families.Evaluate supplier localization and regional sourcing opportunities.Analyze manufacturing and assembly footprint alternatives.Assess regional distribution, warehousing, and customer delivery implications.Identify supply chain risks, dependencies, and mitigation opportunities.Develop regionalization scenarios and strategic recommendations.2. Business Case DevelopmentDevelop robust financial and operational business cases including:CAPEX and OPEX analysisTotal landed cost comparisonsWorking capital impactInventory implicationsLogistics cost analysisTariff and duty optimization opportunitiesCost-to-serve analysisManufacturing cost modelingService level impactsSupply chain resilience benefitsReturn on investment (ROI)Net Present Value (NPV)Payback analysis3. ERP and Systems Integration AssessmentEvaluate ERP impacts associated with regionalization initiatives.Identify master data requirements and governance implications.Assess changes to: Material mastersBills of Material (BOMs)Routing structuresSource listsPlanning parametersDistribution networksCoordinate with ERP, planning, procurement, logistics, and manufacturing teams.Ensure business case assumptions incorporate system implementation costs and requirements.Cross-Functional Program LeadershipLead coordination across:Supply ChainProcurementManufacturingLogisticsIndustrializationFinanceProduct ManagementCommercial teamsERP/IT organizationsRegional OperationsGlobal Category ManagementFacilitate alignment and decision-making with global and regional leadership teams.5. Executive Communication & Decision Support:Develop executive-level presentations and recommendations.Prepare steering committee materials.Present findings and alternatives to senior leadership.Drive decision-making through data-based scenario analysis.Establish program governance and reporting mechanisms.Key DeliverablesPhase 1: Current State AssessmentSupply chain footprint mappingSupplier network assessmentManufacturing network assessmentERP landscape evaluationRisk and dependency analysisPhase 2: Future State Scenario DevelopmentRegionalization strategy optionsCost-benefit analysisSupply chain network scenariosCapacity requirements assessmentERP impact assessmentPhase 3: Business CaseIntegrated financial modelExecutive business case packageSensitivity analysisRisk assessmentImplementation roadmapPhase 4: Executive RecommendationLeadership presentationRecommended scenario and rationaleInvestment requirementsImplementation planBenefits realization frameworkRequired QualificationsExperience10+ years of supply chain, operations, industrialization, or strategic program management experience.Proven experience building complex business cases and executive-level recommendations.Experience leading multinational, cross-functional programs.Demonstrated success in supply chain transformation and localization/regionalization initiatives.Experience working within electrical equipment, industrial manufacturing, electronics, power distribution, or related industries.Functional ExpertiseStrong understanding of:End-to-end supply chain managementStrategic sourcing and procurementManufacturing operationsDistribution and logisticsInventory optimizationSupply chain financeNetwork design and modelingRegionalization/localization strategiesTrade compliance and tariffsERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Kinaxis, etc.)Project ManagementStrong program management capabilities.Ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.Experience with steering committees and executive governance.Excellent stakeholder management skills.Analytical SkillsAdvanced financial modeling.Business case development.Scenario planning.Cost modeling.Data analytics and decision support.Leadership & CommunicationAbility to influence without authority.Strong executive presentation skills.Experience working across different cultures and geographies.Excellent facilitation and stakeholder engagement capabilities.Success MetricsBusiness cases completed on schedule and approved by leadership.Validated financial benefits identified.ERP impacts fully assessed and incorporated.Cross-functional stakeholder alignment achieved.Executive decisions enabled through high-quality analysis.Regionalization opportunities prioritized and roadmap approved.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.