Program Management Office Lead

AMERICAN VANUGARDWe are a leading, publicly traded global enterprise dedicated to innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable growth. As an international organization, we operate across multiple continents, delivering high-impact solutions to a diverse global market.GLOBAL PMO MANAGERWe are seeking a strategic, highly analytical, and dynamic PMO Leader to oversee our global project portfolio and drive financial and operational success.The PMO Manager at American Vanguard will organize and track the operational KPIs working closely with Finance to deliver monthly updates to the Executive Management Team and flag any discrepancies that might interfere with meeting the quarterly and annual goals business.As the PMO Manager, you will serve as the strategic anchor for the corporate initiatives, bridging the gap between high-level business strategy and rigorous execution. This role requires strong financial acumen, with direct responsibility for tracking P&L impacts, capital allocation, and project profitability. This position will work closely with cross-functional, international teams to deliver complex projects on time and within budget. The ideal candidate is a master of project management frameworks, a data-driven problem solver, and a proactive communicator who can seamlessly navigate a fast-paced public company environment.ResponsibilitiesFinancial Stewardship and P&L Oversight: Monitor and manage KPIs including budgeting, forecasting, resource allocation, and cost-benefit analyses across multiple business units and International enterprises and report on monthly & quarterly progress to ensure all PMO initiatives align with corporate KPI targets and maximize ROI.Portfolio Governance: Define, implement, and maintain project management standards, governance frameworks, and performance metrics across the global organization.Data-Driven Analysis: Analyze complex data, tracking KPIs, variance, and milestones to provide actionable insights and strategic recommendations to executive leadership.International Project Management: Lead and synchronize large-scale, cross-border initiatives, ensuring seamless collaboration across global time zones and cultural landscapes.Tool Optimization: Champion the use of Jira and other enterprise project management tools to optimize workflows, tracking, and transparent reporting.Risk Management: Proactively identify and report project bottlenecks, financial overruns, operational risks, and work with cross functional business units to implement swift mitigation strategies.QualificationsEDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field required. MBA or advanced degree highly preferred.PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS: PMP (Project Management Professional); Six SigmaEXPERIENCE: 5+ years of progressive experience in project management, with a proven track record leading a PMO within a publicly traded company.Required SkillsFinancial Expertise: Deep understanding of corporate finance, financial modeling, budgeting, and P&L management.

Technical Skills

Advanced proficiency in Jira, Confluence, and enterprise data analysis tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Advanced Excel).Global Exposure: Demonstrated experience managing international projects and navigating cross-border operational complexities.Ideal Personality Fit Flexible: You adapt effortlessly to shifting corporate priorities, market dynamics, and changing project scopes without losing momentum.Inquisitive: You have a natural curiosity to dig into data, ask the right questions, uncover root causes, and continuously improve processes.Assertive: You possess a strong executive presence. You are confident in driving accountability, challenging the status quo, and pushing back constructively with stakeholders at all levels to protect project timelines and budgets.AMERICAN VANGUARD offers: For decades, AMERICAN VANGUARD has provided a robust benefit package. Our health insurance including Medical (PPO); Dental (PPO / HMO), Vision is offered at low cost to employees and their families.Our health insurance including Medical (PPO); Dental (PPO / HMO), Vision is offered at low cost to employees and their families.Life & AD&D insurance is provided for employees and their families.Our Retirement Savings plan - 401(k) or Roth - comes with employer matching after 30 days of employment.American Vanguard Company (NYSE: AVD) also offers an Employee Stock Purchasing Plan (ESPP) with employee discount.Salary ranges from $140K - $150K depending on experience and education.Other benefits include options for Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and more.Local candidates preferred; on-site in Irvine.Equal Opportunity StatementAMERICAN VANGUARD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We participate in the E-Verify Federal Identification System.