Program Manager

POSITION OVERVIEW
Elevate Management Company LLC (Elevate) is an association management company that specializes in event management and training/educational programming. We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to reach out to Industry/Academia partners for the development, collaboration and implementation of our education and training programs within the electronics manufacturing industry. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the electronics manufacturing Industry and/or the Education Industry along with a passion for fostering employee growth and development.

JOB DESCRIPTION:
This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the electronics manufacturing industry by developing a skilled workforce through strategic partnerships.
The Program Manager will conduct outreach and collaborate with multiple stakeholders (Industry, Academia, Local Government, Workforce) to build and enhance employee skills and knowledge, foster professional growth, and drive overall individual and organizational success. This role involves researching training needs, along with connecting and facilitating a team to develop educational content and materials that align with the goals and project metrics. This position works closely with Industry leaders, local governments, career service providers, along with instructors and administrators in academia in order to develop a robust and skilled workforce for the electronics manufacturing sector.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Partner Identification and Outreach:
  • Conduct research and initiate engagement to identify potential partners across academia, industry, government, and career services.
  • Develop and implement outreach strategies to engage and onboard partners.
  • Maintain a database of potential and current partners, tracking engagement and progress.
  • Report on Partner Identification and Outreach on a regular basis
• Relationship Building:
  • Establish and nurture relationships with key stakeholders to ensure collaborative efforts.
  • Function as the primary liaison between stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment of goals.
  • Coordinate and facilitate regular meetings and discussions to foster collaboration and share updates. Including and not limited to scheduling meeting, running/moderating the meeting, and taking minutes
• Team Formation and Development:
  • Assemble regional teams comprising of representatives from academia, industry, government, and career services.
  • Develop team building environments to ensure cohesive and effective collaboration.
  • Provide leadership and guidance to achieve program goals.
• Program Management:
  • Develop and manage project plans, timelines, and budgets to ensure program milestones and metrics are met.
  • Coordinate activities across multiple regions to ensure consistency and alignment with overall objectives.
  • Monitor and report on program progress, adjusting as necessary to stay on track.
• Opportunity Identification:
  • Use creativity and strategic thinking to identify new opportunities for collaboration and program enhancement.
  • Research, propose and develop new initiatives to support the creation of a robust workforce pipeline.
  • Stay informed about industry trends and best practices to continuously improve program effectiveness.
• Specific Items Related to the Role and Project(s):
  • Become proficient on innovative learning techniques, online learning, virtual training, and related support systems.
  • Learn and understand the roles of local government agencies and how they partner with industry/academic programs, initiatives, and consortiums.
  • Understand and communicate curriculum development and course design during outreach and other related activities.

REQUIREMENTS & DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS:

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Sales, Communications, Marketing, Program Management, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• Experience:
  • 5 years of experience in sales, business development (e.g., growing customers/members and strengthening customer/membership retention), or program management.
  • Proven track record of successful cold-calling and partner acquisition.
  • Experience in managing cross-functional teams, executive-level leadership, and collaborative projects.
  • Adept in using or learning educational technology as an integral methodology for training and instruction.
• Skills:
  • Strong sales and relationship-building skills, with a knack for identifying and engaging potential partners.
  • Excellent program and project management skills, including planning, execution, and monitoring.
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication and people skills.
  • Creative and strategic thinking with the ability to identify new opportunities and drive innovation.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of products, project management tools and social media platforms.
• Attributes:
  • Self-motivated and results-driven, with a passion for workforce development and industry collaboration.
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment.
  • Exceptional organizational, time-management and attention to detail skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Willingness to travel regionally as required to engage partners and support program activities.
  • Ability to anticipate, problem solve, and follow through effectively.
  • Flexible and dynamic—adapts quickly to changing or ambiguous circumstances.
  • Collaborates with individuals from diverse backgrounds and has a commitment to building an inclusive and welcoming organization.
  • Ability to develop and identify training needs.

This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the electronics manufacturing industry by developing a skilled workforce through strategic partnerships and collaborative efforts. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic leader with a strong sales background, excellent program management capabilities, and a passion for fostering innovation and growth.

Please note: This job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENT:

• High level of travel (estimate 12-16 trips annually) with occasional nights/weekends, as needed.

POSITION RELATIONSHIPS:

• Reports to the Director of Training and Education
• Works closely with:
  • President and Vice President
  • Lead Program Coordinator, team members and staff
  • Board of Directors, Committee Chairs, Chapter Officers, and volunteers
  • High-level technical professionals from current and prospective member companies, other industry professionals, academia, and government agencies

Compensation is based on qualifications.