Senior Program Manager, Enterprise Transformation & Strategic Initiatives

Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC)is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. Our solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of successful implementations across nearly 50 markets we are transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future. For more information please visit.

Job Description:

Role Overview

We are seeking aSenior Program Manager Enterprise Transformation & Strategic Initiativesto join our Enterprise Operations organization. Reporting directly to theDirector Enterprise Transformation & Strategic Initiatives this role will play a critical leadership role in identifying structuring and executing high-impact enterprise transformation initiatives across the business.

This individual will partner closely with leaders across Commercial Product Engineering Supply Chain Manufacturing Delivery Service Finance IT and Corporate Functions to translate enterprise priorities into measurable business outcomes.

This role combinesbusiness consulting strategic problem-solving business case development and enterprise program execution. The ideal candidate can operate at both the strategic and execution levelhelping leaders frame problems quantify opportunities design solutions and drive implementation to measurable results.

This role is designed for an experienced transformation leader who thrives in complex matrixed environments and can drive execution across multiple workstreams while helping institutionalize scalable operating mechanisms that improve enterprise performance at scale.

Key Responsibilities

Enterprise Transformation Program Leadership

• Lead and execute enterprise-wide transformation and strategic initiatives aligned to operational excellence quality improvement margin enhancement execution predictability and enterprise growth priorities

• Translate executive priorities into structured implementation plans with clear milestones owners timelines risks and measurable business outcomes

• Drive execution across multiple concurrent transformation programs spanning functions regions and stakeholders

• Support enterprise initiatives focused on operating model advancement business process optimization strategic execution and AI-enabled business transformation

Business Consulting Problem Solving & Business Case Development

• Partner with business leaders to identify structure and evaluate enterprise improvement opportunities across operations quality margin execution and business performance

• Develop fact-based business cases ROI assessments value creation opportunities financial impact analyses and implementation roadmaps to support enterprise decision-making

• Apply structured problem-solving methodologies to diagnose root causes assess tradeoffs and develop actionable recommendations for complex business challenges

• Support executive teams in evaluating strategic priorities transformation opportunities operating model improvements and organizational effectiveness initiatives

• Facilitate workshops and working sessions to align stakeholders on priorities decisions recommendations and execution plans

Program Governance & Strategic Execution

• Establish and manage program governance mechanisms including transformation roadmaps KPIs milestones executive updates RAID logs decision tracking and escalation pathways

• Proactively identify risks dependencies execution gaps and mitigation plans to ensure successful delivery of enterprise priorities

• Monitor initiative health and performance ensuring programs remain aligned to business objectives timelines and expected value realization

• Support prioritization and structured portfolio management of enterprise strategic initiatives

Cross-Functional Leadership & Operating Model Advancement

• Partner across Commercial Product Engineering Supply Chain Manufacturing Delivery Service Finance and IT organizations to drive alignment and execution

• Support advancement of Fluences enterprise operating model and scalable ways of working across the value chain

• Identify operational friction points process inefficiencies and execution risks while driving sustainable solutions

• Improve cross-functional coordination decision velocity and enterprise execution discipline

Executive Leadership Support & Strategic Communication

• Develop executive-level presentations transformation updates steering committee materials business cases and recommendations for senior leadership

• Facilitate leadership forums transformation workshops and cross-functional working sessions to accelerate decision-making and remove barriers to execution

• Provide structured data-driven recommendations to improve enterprise performance and transformation outcomes

Value Realization & Performance Improvement

• Define and monitor KPIs milestones financial impacts operational improvements quality performance productivity gains and transformation outcomes

• Ensure enterprise initiatives deliver measurable value across cost margin quality execution and operational performance

• Continuously identify opportunities to optimize accelerate and improve business performance

Change Adoption & Organizational Effectiveness

• Drive stakeholder engagement and organizational adoption of transformation initiatives

• Partner with business leaders to embed new capabilities governance mechanisms and scalable operating practices

• Support change management efforts to improve accountability sustainability and long-term success of enterprise initiatives

Required Qualifications & Experience

• 810 years of experienceleading enterprise transformation strategic programs PMO operational excellence business operations management consulting or large-scale cross-functional initiatives within complex organizations

• Proven track record delivering measurable business impact through enterprise-wide transformation programs and strategic initiatives

• Strong program management expertise including governance milestone management risk management dependency tracking KPI management executive reporting and benefit realization

• Demonstrated experience developingbusiness cases ROI analyses value creation frameworks financial impact assessments and executive recommendations

• Strong structured problem-solving capabilities with the ability to simplify complex business challenges into executable solutions

• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively within highly matrixed fast-paced global organizations

• Strong executive presence with the ability to influence senior leaders and drive alignment without direct authority

• Exceptional communication facilitation analytical and executive presentation skills

• Experience inmanagement consulting business transformation consulting enterprise PMO strategic operations or operational excellence environmentsstrongly preferred

• Experience in energy manufacturing industrial supply chain technology or other operationally complex industries preferred

• Experience with enterprise operating models Lean continuous improvement operational excellence or transformation methodologies preferred

• Experience supportingAI-enabled business transformation or digital transformation initiativesstrongly preferred

• PMP Lean/Six Sigma Agile or related certifications preferred

• Bachelors degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred

Our Culture

At Fluence our culture is the foundation that drives our ambitious growth strategy and fuels our mission to transform the future of energy. Our core cultural pillars empower us to innovate collaborate and lead with purpose ensuring we continue to deliver unparalleled value to our customers and the world.

Unleash Voices

We believe every voice matters. We encourage openness active listening and decisive action to create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to contribute to our success. We foster an environment where diverse perspectives are heard and valued driving innovation and progress.

Customer Fluent

Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. Were committed to delivering exceptional value that exceeds expectations by understanding our customers needs and adapting swiftly to meet them. Our deep focus on customer satisfaction drives us to continuously improve and innovate.

Infinite Impact

We are committed to creating the impossible. We push boundaries to deliver sustainable game-changing solutions that shape a brighter more energy-efficient future for all. Our team is passionate about making a lasting impact that will resonate for generations to come.

All In

We are all in for growth. Our teams are relentlessly focused on identifying and seizing opportunities that propel us forward. We embrace an ownership mindset pushing ourselves and each other to accelerate progress and create lasting success.

Equal Opportunity Employer
At Fluence we believe great teams are built on a collaborative and connected culture. Were proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome qualified applicants of all backgrounds. Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation national origin age disability veteran status gender identity or expression genetic information or any other status protected by law.

Work Authorization
To join our team youll need to be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout your employment without the need for employer sponsorship. Please note that Fluence does not sponsor work visas for this position.