Symbotic

Program Manager - PMO

USA Remote & Travel

Sponsorship not specified$125k-$172kDetected 30 days ago

Machine LearningProject ManagementJiraSupply ChainCadenceLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingConstruction Management

About the role

Intelligent software orchestrates advanced robots in a high-density, end-to-end system - reinventing warehouse automation for increased efficiency, speed and flexibility.
This role is responsible for planning and driving complex improvement programs that span multiple departments and functional groups - bringing structure, cadence, and accountability to work that does not naturally "live" in one function.
Symbotic reinvents the warehouse as a strategic asset for the world's largest retail, wholesale, and food & beverage companies.

Responsibilities

Lead planning, execution, and monitoring of cross-functional PMO initiatives, ensuring alignment to organizational goals, measurable outcomes, and delivery timelines.
Build integrated project plans (scope, milestones, dependencies, resourcing, risks) and drive execution through disciplined project management practices.
Establish and run operating rhythms (weekly working sessions, leadership readouts, decision reviews) to maintain momentum and resolve blockers.
Partner with functional leaders to define objectives, requirements, deliverables, and success criteria
Drive stakeholder alignment across departments, escalating issues and trade-offs with clear options, impacts, and recommendations.
lead cross-functional teams in mitigation planning and corrective actions.
Drive a culture of continuous improvement-capturing lessons learned, standardizing best practices, and improving PMO processes and governance mechanisms.
Support rollout and adoption of PMO methodologies (templates, SOPs, governance routines, training) to scale improvements across the portfolio.
Partner with functional leaders to define objectives, requirements, deliverables, and success criteria; translate ambiguous problems into executable plans.
Proactively identify risks, constraints, and dependencies; lead cross-functional teams in mitigation planning and corrective actions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering, Business, Industrial Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field.
Minimum 8 years of project management experience, with a track record of leading complex cross-functional initiatives from initiation through implementation.
Strong working knowledge of project execution fundamentals: scheduling, field coordination, risk management, change control, and governance.
Experience with lean / continuous improvement tools and/or Obeya -style visual management
ability to identify root causes and translate them into practical corrective actions.
Must have a valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites and offices as required.
Ability to work in and around active construction environments as required.
Experience with lean / continuous improvement tools and/or Obeya -style visual management; able to facilitate structured problem solving and decision cycles.

Nice to have

Experience supporting project delivery of automated systems (e.g., ASRS, conveyors/packaging lines) or large-scale industrial deployments preferred.
Proficiency with MS Suite, Jira, and familiarity with scheduling tools (e.g., Smartsheet) and reporting systems preferred.

Compensation

The base range for this position in the posted location is $125,000.00 - $171,600.00 however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Company info

With its A.I.-powered robotic technology platform, Symbotic is changing the way consumer goods move through the supply chain. Intelligent software orchestrates advanced robots in a high-density, end-to-end system - reinventing warehouse automation for increased efficiency, speed and flexibility.
What we need
Symbotic is seeking a Cross-Functional Program Manager - PMO to lead high-impact, cross-functional initiatives that improve portfolio execution performance (schedule, cost, quality, and delivery readiness). This role is responsible for planning and driving complex improvement programs that span multiple departments and functional groups - bringing structure, cadence, and accountability to work that does not naturally "live" in one function.
The ideal candidate is a strong project leader who can operate at both strategic and tactical altitude: aligning stakeholders on scope and outcomes, building integrated plans, running effective decision forums (including Obeya -style visual management where appropriate), and ensuring initiatives deliver measurable results. This position reports to the PMO Lead and partners closely with Project Execution leadership and functional owners across the enterprise.
With its A.I.-powered robotic technology platform, Symbotic is changing the way consumer goods move through the supply chain.
The ideal candidate is a strong project leader who can operate at both strategic and tactical altitude: aligning stakeholders on scope and outcomes, building integrated plans, running effective decision forums (including Obeya -style visual management where appropriate), and ensuring initiatives deliver measurable results.
The PMO enables Symbotic's Project Execution organization by building operating mechanisms that improve predictable delivery: standardized governance, cross-functional coordination, portfolio transparency, and continuous improvement.
We accelerate execution by clarifying ownership, improving decision cycles, and deploying scalable systems and ways of working that help teams deliver on Symbotic's organizational pillars-Deliver Budget, Elevate Talent, and Invest in Development.

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