Senior Manager, Programme Management Office at Coca-Cola · Atlanta

Senior Manager, Programme Management Office Location: US - GA - Atlanta Job Description Summary: The Coca-Cola Company, Commercial Product Supply (CPS) is seeking an experienced Programme Management Office (PMO) Lead to drive the delivery of our Future of Work (FoW) programme. This is a critical strategic initiative that will transform how we organise, plan, develop capabilities, and optimise performance across our global manufacturing network of 19 plants spanning 17 countries and 3,700 employees. The PMO Lead will be the central pillar of program execution, responsible for ensuring strategic alignment, effective governance, progress visibility, and delivery excellence across five integrated workstreams. This role acts as the key connector between workstream leaders, senior leadership, and regional teams — serving as the primary point of reference for program management, coordination, and accountability. This is a pivotal role in driving transformation and sustainable high-performance culture across CPS. The PMO Lead will have direct visibility with senior leadership, influence over programme direction, and the opportunity to build a high-performing programme team. The role offers significant scope to establish best-in-class programme management practices and contribute to the strategic evolution of how The Coca-Cola Company manages global manufacturing operations. The Coca-Cola Company is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and provide reasonable accommodations to support your candidacy. Key Responsibilities: Programme Governance & Oversight Design, implement, and maintain the program governance structure, including decision-making frameworks, escalation protocols, responsibility matrices (RACI), and decision logs, ensuring that agreements and commitments are documented and traceable Plan, prepare, and facilitate Executive Steering Committee meetings and workstream leader sessions, including agenda preparation, presentation materials, meeting minutes, and follow-up on resulting commitments Ensure compliance with Coca-Cola enterprise portfolio management standards and CPS transformation governance Delivery Planning & Tracking Develop and maintain comprehensive programme plan with integrated timelines, dependencies, and critical path visibility Track progress across the five workstreams (High-Performance Culture, Organizational Design, Greenfield & Brownfield Development, Strategic Workforce Planning, and Capabilities), consolidating progress KPIs, completed milestones, and pending deliverables into weekly operational reports and monthly executive reports for senior leadership Identify, record, and actively manage program risks, dependencies, and blockers through a formal risk log, developing mitigation plans with workstream leaders and escalating to senior leadership in a timely manner when required. Manage scope, schedule, and budget; communicate variance and re-planning needs to stakeholders Workstream Coordination Work in close partnership with each workstream leader to clarify objectives, break down activities, define measurable milestones, and ensure that workstream plans are aligned with the overall strategic goals of the FoW program Identify cross-stream dependencies and coordinate handoffs Support workstream leads with templates, tools, and best practice guidance Budget Control & Financial Management Control the FoW programme budget, including tracking spend, forecasting, and variance analysis Work with finance and workstream leads to manage allocations and approve expenditures Provide transparent budget reporting to senior leadership and identify cost optimisation opportunities Stakeholder Communication Create clear, compelling status reports and dashboards for executive leadership (LT, XLT, Senior Director, P&C, CPS) Develop and deliver communication plans for key milestones and deliverables Maintain stakeholder alignment across regions (APAC, Americas, EMEA) Vendor & External Resource Management Coordinate and oversee the performance of external consultants, vendors, and contractors engaged in the program, ensuring their deliverables meet agreed quality standards, timelines, and budget. Manage contracts, purchase orders, and procurement processes related to the program in coordination with the CPS leaders. Impact Measurement & Continuous Improvement Define and monitor FoW program success indicators (KPIs) at the global and workstream level, establishing baselines, targets, and periodic evaluation mechanisms to measure the real impact of implemented initiatives. Foster a culture of continuous learning within the program team, documenting lessons learned, best practices, and methodological adjustments that strengthen execution capability throughout the program lifecycle. Programme Enablement Maintain programme artefacts (roadmap, frameworks, guiding principles, vision statements) and keep them current Support the execution of organizational change management activities, including impact assessments, adoption strategies, engagement plans, and coordination with the People & Culture team to ensure the effectiveness of interventionsLeverage reliable data (Workday analytics, productivity metrics, adoption indicators) to inform program decisions, identify trends, evaluate the impact of implemented initiatives, and adjust the plan as needed Required Experience & Qualifications 8+ years of programme or project management experience, with at least 3 years in a formal PMO or programme leadership role Proven experience managing large, complex programmes (ideally in manufacturing, FMCG, or global supply chain contexts) Strong proficiency in programme management tools and methodologies (e.g., Prince2, PgMP, SAFe, or equivalent enterprise programme frameworks) Experience developing and maintaining governance structures, dashboards, and executive reporting Demonstrated ability to manage multiple workstreams with competing priorities and dependencies Budget ownership and financial management experience; familiarity with spend tracking, forecasting, and variance reporting Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to present complex information clearly to senior leaders Knowledge of people, organizational culture, organizational and workforce transformation initiatives is highly valued, given the People & Culture nature of the FoW program. Advanced proficiency in English (spoken and written) is an essential requirement, as the program operates across multiple regions and global stakeholder communications are conducted in English. Desired Attributes Collaborative mindset; ability to work effectively with diverse teams across geographies and functions Detail-oriented with strong organisational and time-management skills Comfort with ambiguity and agility in a dynamic strategic programme environment Proactive problem-solver who anticipates challenges and offers solutions Data-driven decision-maker; comfort with analytics and metrics Experience with Workday, Adaptive Planning, or other enterprise systems is beneficial The Coca-Cola Company will not offer sponsorship for employment status (including, but not limited to, H1-B visa status and other employment-based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require The Coca-Cola Company's sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States. Skills: Pay Range: United States of America: $126,000 - $145,000 Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered. Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage: 15 Annual Incentive reference value is a market-based competitive value for your role. It falls in the middle of the range for your role, indicating performance at target. Location(s): United States of America City/Cities: Atlanta Travel Required: 00% - 25% Relocation Provided: No Job Posting End Date: May 25, 2026 Our Purpose and Growth Culture: We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola. 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