Overview

Program Manager

Location: Charlotte, NC / Flexible

Department: Program & Project Management (PMO)

Reports to: North American Technical Director

About CCR

CCR Commercial Refrigeration is a global leader in sustainable refrigeration solutions for food retail and industrial applications. We combine engineering excellence, disciplined execution, and customer focus to deliver complex programs that support our growth strategy across regions and markets

Role Overview

The Program Manager is responsible for the successful delivery of a defined program or major initiative, from initiation through execution and closure. This role owns planning, execution, cost, schedule, and cross-functional coordination to ensure objectives are achieved on time, within budget, and aligned with business priorities

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end delivery of a defined program or major initiative, including scope, timing, cost, quality, and risks
• Define program objectives, milestones, deliverables, and success criteria in alignment with business and portfolio priorities
• Build and maintain robust program plans, integrated schedules, and resource forecasts
• Lead cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, supply chain, finance, and other functions
• Own responsibility for the program budget, including planning, tracking, and cost control
• Identify, assess, and actively manage program risks, issues, and interdependencies
• Ensure application of CCR program management processes, governance, gates, and review structures
• Prepare and present clear program status updates, including progress, risks, and financials
• Coordinate multiple workstreams where applicable to ensure alignment and execution
• Lead program closure activities, including lessons learned and handover to sustaining teams

Qualifications

• University degree in engineering, business, or a related field
• Proven experience managing complex programs or large-scale cross-functional initiatives
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills
• PMP Certification is a plus

What Success Looks Like

Programs delivered on time and within budget, with strong cross-functional alignment, predictable execution, and transparent governance