Program Operations Manager

Company: SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC SINGAPORE PTE LTD Location: Kallang, Central Region, Singapore Employment Type: Full-time Working Hours: 5 days per week (Hybrid arrangement available) Salary: SGD 8,500–12,500 per month, Job Description We are seeking a strategic and structured Program Operations Manager to oversee the operational rhythm, governance, and execution framework of our regional energy management and automation programs. The successful candidate will act as the operational backbone for our Program Management Office (PMO), ensuring that strategic initiatives, cross-functional digital transformations, and sustainability rollouts are delivered smoothly, on schedule, and within financial parameters. Key Responsibilities • Establish and maintain program governance structures, operational workflows, and PMO best practices to ensure consistent multi-project execution. • Monitor program health metrics, milestone tracking, resource allocation, and budget performance across regional projects. • Coordinate cross-functional alignment between engineering, product, finance, and external client stakeholders. • Drive operational cadence, including executive status reporting, risk assessments, and mitigation tracking. • Identify operational bottlenecks, workflow inefficiencies, or resource gaps and implement scalable solutions. • Manage vendor partnerships, procurement procedures, and compliance guidelines relevant to active program lifecycles. • Maintain accurate program documentation, dashboards, and repository records using modern project/portfolio management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, MS Project). • Lead continuous-improvement initiatives to enhance delivery speed, automation, and operational transparency. Requirements • Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Project Management, Supply Chain, or a related discipline. • Minimum 5 to 8 years of experience in program operations, PMO management, or business operations, preferably within a multinational energy, industrial automation, or technology environment. • Strong organizational, strategic planning, and stakeholder management skills. • Solid understanding of Agile, Scrum, or PMP/PMI project management frameworks. • Excellent data analytical skills with proficiency in creating performance dashboards and reports. • Strong communication, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution abilities. • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-project corporate environment. • Willingness to work in the Kallang area. What We Offer • Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience. • Full-time employment with a 5-day work week and hybrid work flexibility. • Exposure to high-impact regional energy and sustainability transformation programs. • Opportunities to shape organizational PMO strategies and advance leadership growth within a global leader. • Collaborative, diverse, and supportive working environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr