Program Manager - Product Transfer And Continuous Improvement PMO

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities2. Continuous Improvement Leadership3. Program Governance & Communication4. Cross-Functional Alignment

• Product Transfer Program Coordination
• Drive and coordinate day-to-day execution of multiple product transfers, working closely with the Site Transfer Team.
• Ensure readiness across materials, documentation, tooling, process controls, and qualification builds.
• Track milestones, risks, dependencies, and deliverables to keep programs on schedule.
• Maintain program dashboards, trackers, and readiness reports for key stakeholders.
• Lead CI initiatives using Lean Six Sigma methodologies to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and stabilize processes.
• Conduct structured problem-solving (e.g., 8D, RCA, DMAIC) and drive implementation of corrective actions.
• Facilitate kaizen events and embed best practices in standard operating procedures.
• Support cross-functional teams with CI coaching and basic training.
• Support governance routines such as program reviews, gate readiness, and stakeholder briefings.
• Prepare structured updates, program summaries, and leadership presentations.
• Ensure engineering changes (ECO/ECR) are aligned with transfer schedules and properly executed.
• Serve as a central communication point between LEPI operations and global/customer teams for assigned transfers.
• Collaborate closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Planning, and Facilities teams.
• Facilitate meetings, align actions, remove roadblocks, and ensure timely closure of items.
• Promote clear communication, accountability, and priority setting across teams.
  
  

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt required; Black Belt preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in program management, continuous improvement, NPI, or product transfer roles.
  
  

Skills

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in PM tools (Gantt charts, trackers, dashboards).
• Exceptional communication and influence skills; able to drive collaboration without direct authority.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent programs in a fast-paced environment.
• Program execution discipline
• Structured problem-solving
• Data-driven decision making
• Stakeholder coordination
• Continuous improvement mindset
• High attention to detail
• Ownership & follow-through
  
  

Working Conditions

• This role is 100% onsite
  
  

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Coherent Philippines Pte Ltd shares the 5 key principles of fair employment practices and is committed to adopting these principles in the management of our human resources. We believe that the effective implementation of fair employment practices will bring about a more harmonious and progressive work environment within our organization and contribute towards making Philippines a great place to work.

About Us

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. Its an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.

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