Position Details
Phibro is seeking a highly capable and strategic PMO Leader to establish and lead the Project Management Office within the Technology Group (TG). This role is ideal for a seasoned leader with a proven track record of building and/or maturing PMOs in global, matrixed organizations. The PMO Leader will enable delivery of strategy, corporate objectives, TG priorities, and business value. They will oversee a new, small team of full-time project managers in the U.S. and Israel, as well as a broader group of part-time project managers/subject matter experts embedded in TG’s functional areas.
The PMO Leader will be responsible for consistent project delivery practices, strengthening resource management across a lean TG organization, and advancing Phibro’s project management maturity. This includes stewarding projects through our process from concept to completion and ensuring the organization is set up for long-term success. Establishing a mandatory ROI and benefits realization program will be expected.
The role will also lead the continued implementation, stabilization, and optimization of Microsoft Planner and related enterprise project management tools.
A strong interest in leveraging AI—and a willingness to push the boundaries of AI-enabled work—will be critical to success in this role and in partnering effectively with TG leadership.
Key Responsibilities
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Ensure all TG projects are strategically aligned with Phibro’s corporate objectives and Technology Group priorities.
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Oversee the PMO operational budget.
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Manage a small team of full-time project managers, including their performance review process and career development.
- Act as an escalation point and trusted coach for all TG project managers. Facilitate cross-functional alignment and proactively address risks, dependencies, and barriers to successful delivery.
- Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of PMO standards, methodologies/frameworks (e.g., waterfall, agile, hybrid).
Key Competencies
AccountableAccepting ResponsibilityActing StrategicallyActing as a Champion for ChangeAdaptableAttentive ListeningBuilding and Supporting TeamsBusiness AcumenCollaborativeChampioning Customer NeedsCommittedCommunicating EffectivelyControlling CostsCoordinating Project ActivitiesCreating and Maintaining NetworksCritical ThinkingCustomer Service OrientationDelegating ResponsibilityDelivering High Quality WorkDemonstrating InitiativeDetailed OrientedDeveloping PlansDeveloping TalentDisplaying Technical ExpertiseDriving Projects to CompletionDriving Continuous ImprovementEvaluating and Implementing IdeasInteracting with People at Different LevelsInspiring and Motivating OthersManaging ResourcesManaging TimePresenting and Public SpeakingPrioritizing and Organizing WorkProblem SolvingPursuing Self-DevelopmentResolving ConflictSetting ObjectivesSetting a Strategic VisionShowing Caring and UnderstandingSolving Complex ProblemsStrong talent building and leadership skillsSupporting ChangeSupporting CoworkersSupporting Organizational GoalsThinking GloballyUsing Computers and TechnologyTrustworthyWorking with Diverse Populations
Skills
Ability to manage several complex projects simultaneously while working under pressure to meet deadlines.Able to execute projects and long range goals as directed by management.High degree of time management skills and ability to handle multiple priorities and projects at once.Planning; ability to think ahead and plan, project activities and strategy over short-terms and extended time periods.Strong computer skills and project management experience.Ability to perform effective public speaking presentations and provide effective written communications.Able to develop detailed communications documents that are readily understood by co-workers, vendors and clients.Excellent Written and Verbal Communication SkillsInterpersonal skills sufficient to communicate verbally and in writing with others in an objective and cooperative manner.Able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.Problem analysis and problem resolution at both strategic and functional levels.Ability to build effective teams, coach and develop othersAbility to effectively present information to key managers and leadership team.Must have strong team attitude and conflict resolution skills.Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment.Strong team building and management skills sufficient to recruit, lead, train, delegate, cooperate and contribute as a team.
Education & Experience
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20+ years of progressive experience in technology, project and/or portfolio management.
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Demonstrated success leading the implementation or maturity of a global technology group’s PMO processes, tools, and governance in complex organizations.
- Experience working in global or multi-site environments with lean staffing models and high demands on resource management.
- PMP or equivalent certification preferred, with an emphasis on practical application.
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