Project Manager, HR Processes and Programs
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At Alcon were passionate about enhancing sight and helping people see brilliantly. With more than 25000 associates we innovate fearlessly champion progress and act swiftly to impact global eye health. We foster an inclusive culture recognizing your contributions and offering opportunities to grow your career like never before. Together we make a difference in the lives of our patients and customers. Are you ready to join us
Project Manager HR Processes and Programs
This role is part of Alcons Project Management function a team that ensures all regular and one-off projects are planned organized and executed effectively to help our people and the world see brilliantly. The Manager Project/Program Management (Professional Path) is primarily responsible for leading and coordinating projects and programs to ensure they meet timelines budgets and quality standards. You will build effective relationships with collaborators drive project planning manage risks allocate resources and ensure compliance with company policies.
Specifics Include:
Lead and oversee the successful execution of projects and programs
Provide strategic guidance to project teams
Ensure projects are completed within stipulated timelines and budgets
Coordinate with various stakeholders
Drive project planning risk management and resource allocation
Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
Apply advanced knowledge skills and experience to achieve objectives predominantly through self-directed work.
All associates must adhere to GxP regulations by strictly following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) maintaining accurate and complete documentation ensuring rigorous quality control and completing all required training. Associates are responsible for meeting their individual job requirements and contributing to the overall compliance of the organization. Compliance with regulatory requirements and a commitment to continuous improvement are essential to our operations.
Qualifications: Associate shall have the appropriate education and experience to successfully perform the responsibilities/activities of this role.
Additional details for Project Manager HR Processes and Programs
The Project Manager will lead the delivery of the Elevate HR Transformation and Continuous Improvement Program driving large-scale process reengineering HR technology enablement and program management initiatives. This role is accountable for ensuring timely high-quality execution of transformation milestones aligning stakeholders globally and delivering measurable business outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
1. Program & Project Delivery
Support the Program Workstream Leads in delivery of end-to-end transformation programs across HR functions
Ensure delivery against timelines scope and budget with strong governance controls
Create own & manage the program roadmap program / project planning execution & deployment roadmap & plans and program / project governance
2. Transformation & Process Reengineering
Partner with Process Engineers to enable the process reengineering initiatives aligned to global HR taxonomy and best practices.
Enable the application of Project Management Lean and Agile methodologies to improve efficiency cycle time and employee experience.
Enable the AI upgrading the HR tools & tech stack and process automation across HR processes.
3. Stakeholder & Governance Management
Partner with HR leaders HR COEs HR Ops HRIS IT and all other program stakeholders globally to deliver the program
Establish and drive program governance cadence and reporting mechanisms.
Facilitate executive reviews steering committees and decision forums.
4. Change Management & Adoption
Collaborate with change management teams to drive communication strategy stakeholder engagement and adoption tracking
Ensure smooth transition from design to deployment to sustainment.
5. Performance Tracking & Outcomes
Define and monitor KPIs success metrics and value realization.
Drive data-driven decision making using dashboards and reporting tools.
Proactively manage risks dependencies and issue resolution.
Qualifications & Experience
810 years of overall experience in program/project management.
Minimum 4 years in end-to-end transformation programs (mandatory).
Proven experience managing large-scale cross-functional global initiatives.
Experience in HR transformation programs is a strong advantage.
Education
Bachelors degree required; MBA or equivalent preferred.
Certifications (Preferred)
PMP / PRINCE2 certification
Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt / Black Belt)
Key Skills & Competencies
Strong program management & governance expertise
Deep understanding of process reengineering and transformation
Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills
Experience in Agile / hybrid delivery models
Strong analytical problem-solving and decision-making capability
Ability to drive change alignment and outcomes in ambiguous environments
Excellent communication and executive presentation skills (critical for leadership forums)
Success Measures (What Good Looks Like)
On-time on-budget delivery of transformation milestones
Measurable improvement in processes & employee experience
High stakeholder satisfaction and adoption levels
Strong governance with clear visibility on risks KPIs and value realization
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About Company
Our mission is to provide innovative vision products that enhance quality of life by helping people see better. From vision research to eye health, learn more at Alcon.com.
