Manager, Program Management Office

Overview

Annual Wage Range: $ - $
Other Compensation: Eligibility for the Short-Term Incentive program and other applicable bonuses
Benefits: U.S. Employee Benefits Summary ()

Grace, a Standard Industries company, is a leading global supplier of catalysts, engineered materials and fine chemicals. We provide innovative products, technologies and services which our customers use to manufacture everyday products like renewable fuels, pharmaceuticals, toothpaste, cosmetics, food packaging, beer, edible oils and more. Our thousands of employees help shape a better future at our global headquarters in Columbia, MD and locations worldwide.

• Drive milestone attainment and initiative completion across strategic programs.
• Lead small to medium-sized sub-projects with clear accountability.
• Coordinate execution work streams and ensure interdependencies are managed.
• Prepare and deliver executive-level reports and presentations.
• Influence cross-functional stakeholders to align on goals, timing, and resource commitments.
• Resolve project level conflicts and escalate issues to ensure program momentum
• Own and maintain PMO tracking tools; ensure data integrity and discipline.
• Provide surge support across SPS functions during peak periods.
• Validate activities and results; challenge assumptions and timing.
• Recommend solutions and assess resource performance

• 10+ years of experience, including managing programs or projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering
• Demonstrated experience in driving projects/initiatives to completion, including ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams without direct authority.
• Ability to interpret and communicate financial data, assess project financial health and make informed decisions to identify and mitigate risks across projects.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to synthesize data into actionable insights and executive-level narratives.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving clarity in complex environments.
• Strong business acumen. Ability to identify and prioritize actions that align with enterprise commitments strategy.

• 5+ years of experience in a strategic or enterprise-level context
• MBA
• PMP certification

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Grace Wellness Program
• Flexible Workplace
• Retirement Plans
• 401(k) Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Donation Match Program

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