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Program Manager - Operations

Program Manager - Operations

Sol-ArkAllen, TX, US
21 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Location : This position will be onsite at our corporate offices in Allen, Texas (Dallas-Fort Worth area).

  • Not a remote position.

Work Eligibility :

  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring employer-sponsored visa sponsorship now or in the future.
  • At this time, we are unable to consider candidates on F1-OPT status.

    • We are seeking a highly organized and strategic Program Manager to join Sol-Ark, a leader in the residential and commercial / industrial inverter and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) industry. This role blends traditional program management with key support for the COO, driving operational excellence, cross-functional collaboration, and strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate will excel in managing multiple projects, aligning teams, and championing business process improvement to enhance proficiency, scalability, and performance in a fast-paced environment.

    Responsibilities :

    Project Oversight : Manage multiple concurrent projects in manufacturing, warehousing, supply chain, technical support, IT, and sales, ensuring on-time delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards

    Planning & Coordination : Develop comprehensive project plans outlining scope, goals, timelines, resources, and budgets, coordinating with other teams inside and outside of the organization.

    Execution & Monitoring : Execute project plans, monitor progress, and adjust as needed to meet milestones, using Agile methodologies (scrums, sprints, backlogs) where applicable.

    Risk Management : Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, proactively addressing issues and obstacles to keep initiatives on track and within scope.

    Performance Tracking : Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and report regularly to the COO and leadership team on progress, milestones, budgets, and outcomes.

    Business Process Improvement : Lead the identification, analysis, and redesign of business processes to eliminate inefficiencies, reduce costs, and improve quality; implement standardized workflows and best practices (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, Agile) for operational excellence.

    Strategic Alignment : Partner with the COO to align cross-departmental efforts with company goals, ensuring seamless execution of operational and strategic priorities.

    Cross-Functional Leadership : Facilitate collaboration between procurement, manufacturing, technical support, and sales teams to drive operational success.

    Executive Communication : Prepare high-quality reports, presentations, and briefings for the COO, translating complex operational data into actionable insights for leadership and stakeholders.

    Meeting Management : Organize and lead key meetings, setting agendas, following up on action items, and ensuring alignment across departments.

    Change Management : Drive business process improvement initiatives, supporting the COO in implementing new workflows, technology adoption, and cultural shifts to optimize performance in a dynamic energy storage market.

    Process Optimization Leadership : Conduct in-depth process audits, map workflows, and design streamlined procedures to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and ensure scalability; train teams on new processes and monitor adoption.

    Special Projects : Lead ad-hoc strategic initiatives, integrating business process improvements for maximum efficiency.

    Documentation : Maintain accurate project documentation, including plans, status reports, and updates for stakeholders on milestones, risks, and mitigation strategies.

    Requirements

    Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Project Management, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
  • Experience : 5+ years of program or project management experience, with 2+ years in strategic or Chief of Staff-like role; demonstrated success in business process improvement.

    • Skills :

  • Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
  • Expertise in business process improvement methodologies (e.g. Lean, Six Sigma) with measurable results.
  • Fully capable with state-of-the-art project management methodologies, tools and techniques for timeline, issue tracking, and resource management.
  • Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate and influence diverse teams.
  • Proficiency in project management tools (e.g. MS Project, Jira, Asana) and process mapping / analysis software
  • PMP, Lean, Six Sigma, or Agile certification strongly preferred.

    • Attributes :

  • Strategic thinker, detail-orientated, adaptable, and passionate about driving process excellence in a fast-paced environment.
  • Understanding of inverter and BESS technologies, manufacturing, and market dynamics preferred.

    • Benefits

    Salary and Benefits : We offer a competitive salary and performance-based bonus program, top-tier benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.

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