Senior Program Manager

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The Senior Program Manager will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale, cross-functional projects to ensure alignment with client expectations and business objectives. This role will lead project teams, manage budgets and timelines, and serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Your role in our team

• You will define project timelines, scope, and budget in collaboration with stakeholders
• Oversee full project lifecycle from initiation to closure, including scheduling, resourcing, and execution
• Partner cross-functionally with internal teams including engineering, sales, EHSQ, finance, contract management, and customer service
• Act as the principal contact for all client-facing communications and technical documentation
• You will lead risk management efforts by identifying, assessing, and mitigating project-related risks
• Monitor project budgets and schedules, proactively managing deviations to maintain financial and operational integrity
• Conduct performance reviews and lessons-learned analysis at key project milestones and closure
• Ensure safety compliance in collaboration with site managers and environmental teams
• You will manage all project meetings, including documentation, status updates, and stakeholder communications
• Oversee specification and contract compliance with third-party vendors and suppliers
• Provide technical leadership by translating contractual requirements into deliverables for engineering teams
• Maintain quality assurance standards across all project phases
• Support issue resolution by leading escalation paths across departments
• Perform other duties as assigned
  
  
  

Your profile

• You have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related technical field
• 10 years of progressive experience in project or program management roles
• Your demonstrated 2 years of direct leadership experience is preferred
• Proven track record of managing large-scale, complex technical projects in material handling, logistics, or automation systems
• Experience working in matrixed and multicultural environments
• Advanced degree or certifications (e.g., PMP, Six Sigma) is preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and client management capabilities
• Exceptional project planning and organizational skills
• Ability to lead and motivate multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, SAP, or equivalent)
• Strong financial and analytical acumen related to cost forecasting and resource planning
• Ability to problem-solve and adapt strategies based on evolving conditions
• Cultural competence and experience working with global project teams
• Effective stakeholder management and negotiation skills
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• PMP or similar certification is preferred
• Other duties as assigned
  
  
  

Eligible applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Your Benefits

• You will enjoy a flexible work environment that supports your work-life balance; we offer paid time off for parental leave and 22 days off for personal time and holidays
• You will have access to medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with FSA or HSA options, and a 401(k) plan with a company match up to six percent
• You are provided with several company-paid benefits, including vision insurance, short and long-term disability and basic life insurance plans, and educational and employee assistance programs
  
  
  

Your working environment at Körber

Körber is pioneering cutting-edge sorting technology and solutions that shape the future of mail and parcel automation across Europe, North America and Asia. Set new industry standards and champion customer-centric services and solutions with our dynamic Parcel Logistics team based in Irving, Texas, USA.

This full-time, exempt role offers a remote work setting.

Can you see yourself in this profile? Then Körber is the right place for you. We look forward to getting to know you!

Equal opportunity employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity to all applicants. All hires to our team are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. It is our policy to give equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to legally protected characteristics, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state/provincial, and/or local law.

Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience, please contact us via jobs@koerber.com. We work with selected partners and therefore ask recruitment consultancies to refrain from contacting us by mail or telephone.

Disclaimer: The duties listed above are intended only as representation of the essential functions of this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change at the sole discretion of the employer. Nothing in this document alters an employee’s at-will employment status. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Individual compensation will be determined by various factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, experience, education, skills, location, and market and business considerations. Applications must be submitted via our career site.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S., this position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

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If you have any questions or technical problems, please send us an e-mail to jobs@koerber.com. Brenda Suheili Hernandez Nazario is the responsible person for this job advertisement. We work with permanent partners and therefore ask recruitment consultants to refrain from contacting us by e-mail or telephone.