About this role
The Director, PMO, Manufacturing Operations / Strategy & Transformation is responsible for establishing and leading ASD’s enterprise-wide Program Management Office (PMO) and transformation governance system. This role drives the execution of major strategic initiatives, new product introduction (NPI), and cross-functional transformation programs that improve cost, quality, delivery, customer experience, and operational efficiency.
Reporting directly to the SVP of Operations, the Director ensures portfolio alignment, resource optimization, milestone achievement, and measurable financial impact across the organization. This role serves as a central integrator for enterprise strategy deployment and transformation readiness.
- Must have Manufacturing Experience / Strategy Development / Plant Project Management Experience
- Bachelor’s degree required, master’s preferred.
- 10+ years of experience leading PMO, strategy deployment, transformation, or operational excellence initiatives.
- Strong understanding of Lean, Strategy Deployment (Hoshin), and project portfolio governance.
- Proven history delivering complex, enterprise-wide transformation with measurable financial impact.
- Executive communication, cross-functional influence, and leadership presence are essential.
- PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or equivalent certification preferred.
- Willingness to travel up to 50% across U.S. manufacturing locations
Position Impact
- The Director, PMO, Strategy & Transformation serves as a key business partner to executive leadership, ensuring that strategic priorities are executed with discipline, rigor, and transparency. This role accelerates operational excellence, strengthens ASD’s Lean Operating System, and delivers meaningful financial, operational, and cultural impact across the enterprise.