Mgr - Program Management

About Oshkosh Delivery, an Oshkosh company

Oshkosh Delivery is dedicated to redefining the future of last-mile and commercial delivery. Built on Oshkosh Corporation’s legacy of engineering excellence and innovation, we design and manufacture advanced delivery vehicles that are durable, efficient, and sustainable. With a focus on reliability, driver experience, and cutting-edge technology, Oshkosh Delivery empowers fleets and businesses to move goods smarter, safer, and with confidence, today and for the road ahead.

JOB SUMMARY

The Manager of Program Management oversees a team of project managers and is responsible for the successful execution of a portfolio of projects across engineering, operations, manufacturing, product development, and/or digital initiatives. This role provides strategic oversight, promotes project governance, drives delivery standards, and supports alignment with business goals. The Manager plays a critical leadership role in project portfolio performance, team development, and continuous improvement.

                                                                                                           

YOUR IMPACT

These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned:

Team Leadership & Strategic Oversight

• Lead and manage a team of project managers responsible for executing mid- to large-scale projects.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and performance feedback to project team members.
• Align the PMO’s objectives with broader business unit goals and strategic initiatives.
• Act as a key point of escalation for resolving complex project issues or resource conflicts.

Project Portfolio & Governance

• Oversee the planning, prioritization, execution, and delivery of multiple concurrent projects and programs.
• Track portfolio health and performance metrics, ensuring delivery within scope, budget, and timelines.
• Define and refine project governance structures, including templates, standards, and tools.
• Facilitate portfolio reviews and report progress, risks, and opportunities to senior leadership.

Stakeholder Engagement & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Drive coordination across Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Manufacturing, IT, and Product teams.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to align project objectives and execution.
• Present program health and resource forecasts to executive stakeholders; support strategic planning and organizational readiness.

Process Improvement & Execution Excellence

• Ensure compliance with internal procedures, industry regulations (e.g., ISO 9001, ITAR, CMMI), and project frameworks (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Identify and implement process improvements across project management practices.
• Support data-driven decision-making through dashboards, analytics, and KPI reporting.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including root cause analysis (e.g., 8D, A3), Lean Six Sigma practices, and knowledge sharing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and six (6) or more years of relevant experience (equivalent to twelve (12) years total in education and experience); or an equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the role.
• Two (2) years of experience managing direct or matrixed reports.

STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• PgMP, Agile leadership certification, or Lean Six Sigma certification.
• Familiarity with federal compliance (e.g., ITAR, FCPA) and enterprise maturity models (e.g., CMMI).
• Experience in product development, digital transformation, or MES/ERP systems.
• Demonstrated success in developing dashboards and reporting KPIs across complex portfolios.
• PMP certification.
• Proficiency with project scheduling and reporting tools such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Primavera P6, Power BI, and SharePoint.
• Strong understanding of project lifecycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid).
• Excellent stakeholder communication and organizational leadership skills.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Pay Range:

$103,300.00 - $177,700.00

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