Hybrid Program Director – Certification

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About the role

  • Program Director overseeing PRI's Certification program, focusing on strategic leadership, profitability, and growth. Driving customer engagement and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders in a hybrid environment.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute strategic plans for PRI’s Certification program aligned with organizational goals and market trends.
  • Collaborate with executive leadership to define program strategies that enhance business outcomes, scalability, and customer satisfaction.
  • Assume full responsibility for program profitability, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
  • Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and revenue growth to ensure financial viability of all programs.
  • Continuously refine and enhance program strategies to achieve business objectives and meet evolving customer needs.
  • Track and analyze program performance metrics to ensure alignment with goals and identify areas for improvement.
  • Serve as the “face of PRI” and the “voice of the customer,” maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure programs meet or exceed expectations.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the program lifecycle, gathering feedback and promoting PRI’s value propositions.
  • Work closely with departments such as Marketing, Sales, Engineering, Operations, and Business Development to ensure cohesive execution of program objectives.
  • Present program updates, gather feedback, and build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Drive innovation within PRI programs by staying updated with industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices.
  • Encourage a culture of continuous improvement through proactive risk identification, analysis, and mitigation.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field
  • 10–15 years of relevant experience in program management, product management, or leadership within industries aligned with PRI’s scope (aerospace, automotive, manufacturing, etc.)
  • Proven experience leading complex programs and collaborating across functional teams.
  • Strong understanding of financial principles, including budgeting, forecasting, and P&L management.
  • Demonstrated experience in customer relationship management and acting as a customer advocate.
  • Familiarity with auditing, industry managed programs, ISO standards, certification processes, and industry-specific requirements is a plus.
  • Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, forecasting, P&L Management, and resource allocation.
  • Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Strong leadership and team development abilities, with experience fostering innovation and continuous improvement.
  • Experience working within matrix-based, functional-based, and program-based organizational structures.

Benefits

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Job title

Program Director – Certification

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

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Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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