What are the responsibilities and job description for the SR. Manager-Transformation Program Management Office (PMO) position at Vestis Corporation?
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Job Overview
The Senior Manager, Transformation Program Management Office (PMO) is responsible for driving disciplined execution of strategic initiatives by establishing robust tracking, governance, and accountability mechanisms. This role ensures that transformation efforts are effectively planned, monitored, and delivered with measurable business impact. This position combines hands-on project management with oversight of initiative performance across multiple workstreams. The role requires leading projects from initiation through execution, while partnering with cross-functional leaders to drive accountability, manage risks, and ensure alignment to organizational objectives. A background in Industrial Engineering or a related analytical discipline is preferred to support structured problem-solving and process improvement.
Responsibilities/Essential Functions
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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Vestis Commitment to Equal Opportunity Employment
If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you will find the contact information below to request the appropriate accommodation.
Reasonable Accommodations and the Online Application Process
Consistent with Vestis and Canadian Linen’s commitment to equal employment opportunity, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who need assistance in applying electronically for a position with Vestis or Canadian Linen, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. To request a reasonable accommodation for this purpose, please call 1-833-901-8823 or email us at accessibility@vestis.com.
Please note that this phone number is to be used solely to request an accommodation with respect to the online application process. Calls for any other reason will not be returned. Reasonable accommodation requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.
Thank you for your interest in an employment opportunity with Vestis, Canadian Linen and Québec Linge.
At Vestis®, we provide uniforms, workplace supplies, and professional cleaning that help businesses simplify their workday and keep their teams safe, confident, and focused on what matters most. More than a provider, we are a partner in productivity, trusted to keep you running.
Join us and build a career supporting the people who make it all work.
Job Overview
The Senior Manager, Transformation Program Management Office (PMO) is responsible for driving disciplined execution of strategic initiatives by establishing robust tracking, governance, and accountability mechanisms. This role ensures that transformation efforts are effectively planned, monitored, and delivered with measurable business impact. This position combines hands-on project management with oversight of initiative performance across multiple workstreams. The role requires leading projects from initiation through execution, while partnering with cross-functional leaders to drive accountability, manage risks, and ensure alignment to organizational objectives. A background in Industrial Engineering or a related analytical discipline is preferred to support structured problem-solving and process improvement.
Responsibilities/Essential Functions
- Lead tracking, reporting, and governance of transformation initiatives across multiple workstreams, ensuring visibility into progress, risks, and outcomes
- Establish and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) and standardized metrics to monitor initiative performance and value delivery
- Drive weekly operating cadence, including status reporting, performance reviews, and executive-level updates
- Partner with workstream leads and initiative owners to enforce accountability for milestones, deliverables, and results
- Facilitate issue resolution by identifying risks, escalating concerns, and coordinating mitigation plans
- Independently manage high-priority projects from scoping through execution, including planning, resource alignment, and delivery
- Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and success criteria; monitor progress against established milestones
- Manage interdependencies across initiatives and ensure alignment across cross-functional teams
- Influence stakeholders and drive alignment without direct authority across business functions
- Support development and standardization of tools, templates, and processes within the Program Management Office (PMO)
- Strong project and program management capabilities, including planning, execution, and risk management
- Ability to design and implement performance tracking frameworks and dashboards
- Analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to interpret data and drive actionable insights
- Knowledge of process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) and application to business operations
- Proficiency in data visualization and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Microsoft Excel)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including ability to present to senior leadership
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate across cross-functional teams
- 5–8 years of relevant experience (Manager) or 8–12 years (Senior Manager) in program management, consulting, operations, or transformation roles
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations, business, or related field required
- Degree in Industrial Engineering or related discipline preferred
- Demonstrated experience managing complex, cross-functional initiatives
- Experience in transformation programs, Program Management Office (PMO) environments, or large-scale change initiatives preferred
- Experience applying process optimization or continuous improvement approaches to drive operational results preferred
- Lean or Six Sigma certification (e.g., Green Belt, Black Belt) preferred
- Primarily office-based or hybrid work environment
- Location preference: Atlanta, GA preferred; open to remote / hybrid for the right candidate.
- Regular interaction with cross-functional teams
Vestis® is an equal-opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, relation, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Vestis Commitment to Equal Opportunity Employment
If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you will find the contact information below to request the appropriate accommodation.
Reasonable Accommodations and the Online Application Process
Consistent with Vestis and Canadian Linen’s commitment to equal employment opportunity, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who need assistance in applying electronically for a position with Vestis or Canadian Linen, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. To request a reasonable accommodation for this purpose, please call 1-833-901-8823 or email us at accessibility@vestis.com.
Please note that this phone number is to be used solely to request an accommodation with respect to the online application process. Calls for any other reason will not be returned. Reasonable accommodation requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.
Thank you for your interest in an employment opportunity with Vestis, Canadian Linen and Québec Linge.