Program Manager Lead - Global Operations

Lead and deliver a broad portfolio of strategic initiatives that support UL Solutions’ Global Operations, including footprint, lab, field, quality, operational excellence, and other enterprise priorities. Provide strong program and project management leadership across complex, cross-functional initiatives by developing workplans, managing execution, coordinating stakeholders, tracking risks and milestones, and driving outcomes aligned to Global Operations and enterprise strategies. Offer leadership, guidance, and oversight to other project managers to ensure consistent project management practices, disciplined execution, and alignment across the broader portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Lead Global Operations-related strategic initiatives and complex programs by collaborating with subject matter experts, business leaders, and operational leaders globally.
• Develop and maintain scalable project management processes, tools, and methods deployable across Global Operations for various types of initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with the enterprise Project Management Office (ePMO) to maintain best-practice governance, processes, reporting, and project management capabilities.
• Translate corporate and Global Operations strategies into actionable program plans, including initiatives beyond footprint to support operational priorities and business outcomes.
• Identify, prioritize, plan, and execute activities required to support Global Operations strategies, priorities, and special initiative projects across lab, field, quality, and enterprise operations.
• Manage implementation of large, complex programs and provide overall project management leadership, governance, and support to one or more global project teams.
• Lead, coach, and support other project managers to strengthen project delivery, improve consistency, and ensure alignment with Global Operations priorities.
• Act as the front-line lead for program-related activities, issues, risks, dependencies, and decisions; manage risks and take corrective action to keep work on track.
• Analyze information regarding customers, products, markets, geographies, and competitors in Lab and Operations to assist in developing new and current opportunities.
• Interpret information to determine costs and potential benefits to Lab, Operations, and UL Solutions.
• Interface with C-Suite Executives, Business Unit Leaders, and finance to develop business cases and other financial measures.
• Partner with purchasing to develop purchase orders and manage suppliers and vendor relationships.
• Manage the program’s budget and financial performance.
• Manage stakeholders’ communication and support communication and change management of Lab and Operations strategic plan objectives to cross-functional, regional, and local management in coordination with corporate communications and change management teams.

Skills

• Demonstrated leadership ability, technical and business acumen, and industry knowledge.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects under strict timelines and work well in a demanding, dynamic environment to meet overall objectives.
• Proven ability to build and lead integrated teams from various internal and external organizations across multiple sites.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop project managers and project teams to deliver complex initiatives with consistent standards, governance, and accountability.
• Sound knowledge of business management.
• Proven ability to lead diverse teams.
• Background in the development of strategic and tactical planning of technology and people resources necessary for successful completion of large-scale projects.
• Demonstrated strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• High degree of initiative, dependability, and ability to achieve broadly communicated objectives with minimal supervision.
• Excellent written, oral, presentation, and meeting facilitation skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills.
• Financial/budget management and resource management skills.
• Ability to provide recommendations on complex issues and navigate conflict.
• Proven organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Positive and collaborative interpersonal skills to work effectively across all organizational levels, with Executive Level reporting and escalation experience.
• Creativity and curiosity to learn new ideas and ways of working with motivation and initiative in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to promote innovative ideas and accept the risks required to lead change.
• Ability to make decisions independently and assume higher-level leadership responsibilities in critical situations.
• Strong professionalism and proven ability to work with senior leaders.
• Self-motivated with a high sense of urgency and personal integrity.

Qualifications

• Generally, 10 years or more of related discipline experience or demonstrated competency, including 5 years or more of relevant management/leadership experience.
• Experience successfully executing programs in a diverse global business environment.
• Experience leading or providing oversight to other project managers, including coaching on project planning, execution discipline, stakeholder management, risk management, and reporting.
• Background in the development of strategic and tactical planning necessary for successful completion of large-scale projects.
• Experience developing, evaluating, and submitting business cases for major capital investments.
• Experience with cross-geographical project coordination and management.
• Experience working with project and portfolio management tools (Visio, MS Project, Clarity, etc.).
• Experience in Organizational Change Management.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Advanced degree preferred or equivalent work experience (e.g., MBA, MA in Project Management, or master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology).
• PMP and/or Agile certifications preferred but not required with related hands-on delivery experience.

About the role

UL Solutions has been pioneering change since 1894 and continues to lead the way in safety science. From day one, teams influence billions of products, services, software offerings, and more. Work involves breaking, burning, and testing things—all in the name of safety science. This role is ideal for those passionate about protecting people, problem-solving to safeguard personal data, and contributing to a more sustainable world. It’s a calling to use expertise to create a more secure, sustainable world today and tomorrow.

As part of the safety science community, you’ll innovate, challenge, and help create a safer world. Join a global community of unique individuals working together to deliver real change. Empower customers to keep the world safe by thinking ahead, investing in training, and fostering innovation.

Pay

The estimated salary range for this position is $120,000 to $150,000 USD, based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographical location. This position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 20% of the base salary.

Benefits

• Health benefits: medical, dental, and vision.
• Wellness benefits: mental and financial health.
• Retirement savings (401K) commensurate with standard rewards in each location or country.
• Paid time off: 15 days vacation, 12 days holiday and personal days, and 72 hours sick time off for full-time employees.

About Us

UL Solutions (NYSE: ULS) is a global leader in applied safety science, transforming safety, security, and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in over 110 countries. The company delivers testing, inspection, certification services, software products, and advisory offerings that support product innovation and business growth. The UL Mark symbolizes trust in customers’ products and reflects an unwavering commitment to advancing the safety mission. UL Solutions helps customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly.

About The Team

Our global network of 80+ laboratories constantly evolves to keep pace with a changing world. We invest in improving equipment and skills to stay ahead of the market. Work may involve setting up burn tests, simulating tornadoes, or connecting with experts globally. As the team evolves, so will your career, whether working on new technology or collaborating with experts worldwide. Join the team to drive organizational growth and deliver real change in a changing world.