Technology Program ManagerDo you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Technology Program Manager? Then we're looking for you! Check out the job description and apply now! Put your skills to meaningful use, gain unique experience, and work with world-class team members with diverse backgrounds and expertise who share the same vision. Join the PECNA team today!Join us at Panasonic Energy as we expand to De Soto, Kansas, where we're building the world's largest lithium-ion battery factory. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career while contributing to the future of electric vehicles. As part of our team, you'll help push the limits of battery technology, enhancing performance and efficiency in sustainable transportation. Our state-of-the-art facility, just outside the Kansas City Metro, will be a hub for innovation in green energy solutions. If you're passionate about sustainability and eager to contribute to the electric vehicle revolution, we invite you to be part of our dynamic team. Join us and make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation.The Technology Program Manager leads a portfolio of related projects that drive strategic initiatives, operational efficiency, and capital expansion within a high-volume lithium-ion battery manufacturing environment. In this role, the Technology Program Manager will be tasked to develop, execute, and deliver on project plans, driving multiple technology projects simultaneously, and communicating on status, risks, and process changes. In addition to overseeing program-level execution, this role includes direct people management responsibilities for Project Managers and PMO Analysts. The Program Manager ensures alignment across functions, manages interdependencies, and provides strategic and tactical direction to both project teams and senior stakeholders. This position is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and brings a strong combination of technical fluency, communication ability, and leadership experience.Functional Leadership & Operations:Lead enterprise manufacturing technology programs including MES, SCADA, IIoT, data analytics, integrations, automation, and infrastructureDefine and manage program scope, success criteria, deliverables, budgets, and resource plans across a portfolio of interrelated projectsCreate, maintain, and govern integrated master schedules to ensure alignment across engineering, operations, procurement, and construction activitiesTrack and report program-level KPIs, ensuring timely milestone delivery, issue resolution, and performance transparencyOptimize resource allocation and sequencing to balance capacity, cost, and schedule constraints while maximizing program outcomesStrategic Alignment & Continuous Improvement:Identify and manage program interdependencies, prioritizing initiatives to align with strategic objectives and operational timelinesApply program-level insights, metrics, and lessons learned to continuously refine project delivery approaches and PMO best practicesIdentify opportunities to improve program governance, reporting cadence, and workflow standardization across the portfolioSupport long-term planning by aligning program execution with evolving business needs and capital strategyTeam Development & Knowledge Sharing:Lead, coach, and develop Project Managers and PMO Analysts through performance management, goal setting, and career development planningFoster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement across program and project teamsEnsure consistent application of PMO standards, tools, templates, and methodologies across all managed projectsPromote knowledge sharing and capability building within the PMO to strengthen program delivery maturityCross-Functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement:Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, procurement, construction, and external partnersServe as the primary liaison between program teams and senior leadership, providing clear, data-driven program status and performance updatesFacilitate steering committee meetings, stakeholder reviews, and executive briefingsTranslate complex technical and operational information into clear, actionable communications for diverse audiencesTranslate manufacturing requirements into technology delivery plansQuality, Safety, Compliance, & Risk Management:Identify and manage program-wide risks and issues, developing mitigation plans and escalating appropriately to leadershipEnsure program execution complies with company policies, regulatory requirements, and EHS standardsEnsure compliance with internal controls, security policies, and regulatory requirements (ISO, ISM, SOX, IEC, etc.)Maintain program documentation, governance artifacts, and audit readiness to support internal and external reviewsReinforce a strong safety, quality, and compliance mindset across all program activitiesSupervisory Responsibilities:Provides direct supervision to Project Managers and PMO Analysts, including work assignment, performance oversight, training, and adherence to safety and operational standardsPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements:To ensure health and safety in the workplace and for employee protection, wearing PPE is required and includes equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator. A respirator fit test will be required based on functional area.Qualifications:Required:Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related technical/operations field. Relevant work experience may be substituted for required educationPreferred:Master's degree (e.g., MBA, MS in Engineering Management, Project Management) or equivalentProject Management Professional (PMP), Program Management Professional (PgMP) certification, or equivalentLean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black BeltAgile / SAFe certificationITIL, ISA/IEC 62443, or manufacturing systems certificationsEssential Qualifications:5+ years of progressive project or program management leadership experienceWorking knowledge of software delivery lifecycleProven experience managing enterprise-scale programs (SAP, MES, SCADA, Data Platforms, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Automation, Cloud, IioT, etc)Strong understanding of IT/OT convergence and manufacturing operationsExperience managing multi-site deployments and complex vendor ecosystemsExperience working with cross-functional IT and OT teams in manufacturing or operations environmentsDemonstrated success leading complex, multi-project programs in technical, construction, or manufacturing settingsStrong understanding of program governance, budgeting, and risk management across interdependent projectsExcellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skillsProficiency in project/program management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, MS Project, Power BI, JIRA)Ability to influence across functional boundaries and operate effectively in matrixed environmentsMust have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking EnglishAlignment to Panasonic's seven (7) core principles (contribution to society, fairness and honesty, cooperation and team spirit, untiring effort for improvement, courtesy and humility, adaptability, gratitude)Preferred Qualifications:10+ years of progressive program management leadership experienceSAP S/4 Hana experienceIT/OT architecture and integrationExperience in capital-intensive or high-volume manufacturing environments such as batteries, energy storage, automotive, or electronicsFamiliarity with Lean, Six Sigma, Agile, or hybrid project management methodologiesProven track record of leading teams through transformation, scaling, or process improvementBenefits & Perks - What's In It For You:Panasonic Energy prioritizes total well-being and offers comprehensive benefits options to support physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health:Health Benefits Offering medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, plus Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.Voluntary Benefits Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.Panasonic Retirement Savings & Investment Plan (PRSIP) 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting.Paid Time-Off Benefits Vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, and parental & caregiver leave.Educational Assistance Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service.