Job Abstract

Join our team at Helen of Troy and make an immediate impact on our trusted brands: OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, and Revlon. Together, we build innovative and useful products that elevate people's lives everywhere every day.

Look around your home, and you'll find us everywhere, in your kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bathroom. We are already making your everyday lives better. We are powered by knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking people committed to developing a culture of inclusion. Whether you are just starting your career or in need of a challenge, we recognize, develop, and empower talent!

Position: Sr. Program Manager

Department: Program Management Office

Work Location: Hybrid (work 3 days onsite)

• El Paso, TX

• Dallas, TX

• Marlborough, MA

• Arlington, TN

• Edgewater, NJ

• Morristown, NJ

• Boston, MA

Hybrid Schedule: Helen of Troy associates enjoy the advantages and flexibility of a hybrid working model, allowing for in-office 3 days minimum, and remote 2 days. Any changes to this working model will be communicated accordingly.

What you will be doing:

The Sr. Program Manager, a member of the Enterprise Program Management Office, is a position central to our mission of innovation and elevation. This position will not only lead projects spanning multiple business functions but also champion continuous improvement and organizational change across our teams. You will be accountable for delivering successful projects, ensuring alignment across key business partners, ensuring the required resources are assigned and enterprise tools are leveraged, and driving successful outcomes within a given timeline.

You will collaborate cross-functionally to determine project deliverables, define timelines and budgets, proactively manage issues and risks, lead project teams in creating deliverables, communicate project status, and advise executive sponsors regarding project-related decisions. This role will partner closely with the leadership team at Helen of Troy to deliver high-priority enterprise projects.

• Support cross-functional teams to develop business cases, project plans, and implementation roadmaps for key initiatives, based on agreed scope and in liaison with the project team and partners.

• Leads medium to large-size key initiatives, using project management tools to deliver results; accomplishes program objectives by planning and evaluating project activities.

• Earn trust and establish positive relationships with people on all levels of the organization including, C-Level executives, directors, leaders, and team members to communicate the strategy, supervise and communicate progress on tactical issues, and work closely with Business Leaders to resolve/improve day-to-day processes and program delivery execution.

• Gain subject matter depth on a multitude of topics and be skilled at the synthesis of multiple sources of information to create real and actionable insights that drive effective project delivery.

• Facilitate meetings to ensure the project team is aligned on expectations and clear on project action items and decision points.

• Create partner communication and change management strategy for assigned projects to ensure smooth transitions and adaptability within the team.

• Identify and manage risks and interdependencies throughout the life of a project. Ensure all customers and project team members are aware of the risks and the appropriate response actions taken to minimize the impact or likelihood of occurrence.

• Create an environment that champions innovation and challenges the status quo.

• Maintain metric-based project reporting across all activities and projects that communicate timely, relevant, and accurate project health information.

Skills needed to be successful in this role:

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to build relationships that drive outcomes in the best interest of the company, with other associates, and with key external business partners.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Management, or relevant field of study.

• PMP, SAFe, ACP, or CSM certification.

• 7+ years of project management experience, with a proven track record of demonstrating intuition for business and analytic capability to position the organization as a critical business partner.

• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Six Sigma experience

• Master's Degree

• Strong preference for candidates with extensive experience working on sophisticated, integrated platforms.

Benefits: Salary + Bonus, Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, 401(k) with company match, Basic Life Insurance, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Charitable (volunteer) Leave, and Educational Assistance.

Wondering if you should apply? Helen of Troy welcomes people as diverse as our brands! Have the confidence to come as who you are because your point of view, skills, and experience will make us stronger. If you're eager to share new ideas and try new things, we want to hear from you.

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For more information about Helen of Troy, visit www.helenoftroy.com. You can also find us on LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Helen of Troy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  We are committed to developing a diverse workforce and cultivating an inclusive environment.  We value diversity and believe that we are strengthened by the differences in our experiences, thinking, culture and background.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any protected basis.

We will provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application process.  If you would like to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at (915) 225-8000. 

Founded in 1968, Helen of Troy is a prominent player in the global consumer products industry, offering diverse career opportunities across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. We boast a collection of renowned brands such as OXO®, Hydro Flask®, Osprey®, Honeywell®, PUR®, Braun®, Vicks®, Hot Tools®, and Drybar® – many of which rank #1, #2, or #3 in their respective categories, making the Helen of Troy name synonymous with excellence and ingenuity.

At Helen of Troy, our strategy involves acquiring brands that we can integrate and enhance, amplifying their unique attributes to drive growth and profitability. Embracing a culture of collaboration internally and externally, we are committed to providing innovative solutions tailored to consumers, operational excellence, global scalability, and exceptional shared services to support our brand portfolio. This dedication to fostering development and success sets Helen of Troy apart as a pioneer in the industry, propelling our brands to unparalleled heights of success and recognition worldwide.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified. Management retains the right to add or to change duties of the position at any time.