PMO Senior Manager (IT Transformation) - International Enterprise (HK)

On behalf of our client, a distinguished global leader in large-scale production and supply chain, we are seeking an exceptional Senior Manager to lead their IT Program Management Office. This is a pivotal leadership role for a strategic thinker who can orchestrate complex, large-scale technology initiatives across a sophisticated global enterprise.

Our client is at the forefront of technological adoption, leveraging a diverse ecosystem of enterprise applications to power every facet of their operation—from supply chain and global operations to sales and corporate functions. You will be instrumental in shaping the future of their IT landscape, ensuring that technology not only supports but actively drives business strategy, efficiency, and competitive advantage.

This role offers a unique platform to steer enterprise-wide digital transformation, champion innovation, and deliver tangible value that resonates from the core of operations to the boardroom.

As the Senior Manager of the PMO, you will be the central force for governance, execution, and strategic alignment within the IT organization. Your primary mandate is to establish and mature a world-class program management framework that ensures the seamless delivery of a multi-million dollar project portfolio. You will provide the structure, visibility, and leadership necessary to translate strategic business objectives into flawlessly executed technology solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Governance & Portfolio Management: You will spearhead the definition and implementation of best-in-class project and program management methodologies, standards, and performance metrics for the entire IT function. A key focus will be orchestrating the IT portfolio management process, ensuring all initiatives are rigorously evaluated, prioritized, and aligned with core business strategies, particularly in operations, supply chain, and sustainability. You will also serve as a key partner to executive leadership in developing and aligning the long-term IT roadmap with the company's overarching vision.

Program Delivery & Execution Excellence: This role requires providing senior oversight for the execution of a complex portfolio of concurrent IT programs, including major initiatives in ERP, MES, WMS, PLM, automation, data analytics, and cybersecurity. You will masterfully manage cross-project dependencies, resource allocation, and risk mitigation to ensure programs are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Performance Insight & Executive Reporting: You will be tasked with designing and implementing sophisticated reporting mechanisms, including executive dashboards and scorecards, to provide crystal-clear visibility into project status, financial health, risks, and value realization. This includes delivering concise, insightful, and regular updates to IT leadership and C-suite executives.

Organizational Change & Risk Leadership: A critical function will be to proactively identify, assess, and develop mitigation strategies for risks across the IT project portfolio. You will also champion robust change management practices to drive stakeholder engagement, ensure the successful adoption of new technologies, and minimize business disruption.

Team & Vendor Leadership: You will lead, mentor, and cultivate a high-performing team of project managers and coordinators, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. Concurrently, you will strategically manage relationships with key technology vendors, consultants, and system integrators to maximize value, ensure performance, and drive successful partnerships.

Requirements:

Educational Foundation: A Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related business discipline is required. An advanced degree (MBA, MIS) is highly advantageous.

Professional Experience: 8-12 years of progressive experience in IT project and program management, with a minimum of 3-5 years in a significant leadership capacity overseeing complex, enterprise-level initiatives.

Industry Acumen: Direct experience within a complex, large-scale operational or supply chain-driven environment is strongly preferred.

Technical Expertise: Demonstrable hands-on experience with core enterprise systems such as ERP, MES, WMS, or PLM. A proven track record of leading digital transformation or Industry 4.0 initiatives is essential.

Leadership & Influence: We are looking for a candidate with an exceptional leadership presence and the ability to manage and influence a wide array of senior stakeholders. You must have a mastery of modern project management frameworks (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid) coupled with superior analytical, strategic problem-solving, and financial reporting capabilities. Proven expertise in vendor management and complex contract negotiations is required, alongside outstanding communication skills to bridge the gap between technical teams and business leaders.

Preferred Certifications: Professional certifications such as PMP, PgMP, PRINCE2, MSP, ITIL, or Lean Six Sigma are highly desirable.

If this outstanding opportunity sounds like your next career move, please send your resume in Word format to Cherise Wong at and put PMO Senior Manager (IT Transformation) - International Enterprise in the subject header. Data provided is for recruitment purposes only.

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