Strategic Transformation Program Manager

The Fountain Group is currently seeking a ­­­­­­­­Strategic Transformation Program Manager for a prominent client of ours.  This position is located in ­­Mettawa, IL (HYBRID). Details for the position are as follows:

Contract of 6 months, with potential extensions and/or conversion.
Pay range is $88-97/hr. 
Hybrid: 3 days onsite/2 days remote.

Job Description:

• Will be part of the International Customer Excellence (ICEx), the Strategic Initiatives & Transformational Delivery team serves as a strategic partner to business leaders and cross-functional teams to advance ICEx's highest-priority innovation and transformation agenda.

• Seeking a strategic Project Manager to lead transformation and innovation initiatives, partner with senior stakeholders, and drive execution across global teams. This role requires strong business acumen, executive-level communication skills, and the ability to influence, solve problems, and lead change. Experience with digital transformation, process improvement, AI-related initiatives, and stakeholder adoption is highly preferred.
• Partner with Functional Leadership teams and cross-functional stakeholders to identify business opportunities, shape initiative direction, and support strategic decision-making
• Lead the delivery of ICEx's priority projects from concept through implementation, ensuring alignment to business strategy, scope, dependencies, risks, and desired outcomes
• Serve as a trusted advisor and hands-on strategic partner to project teams, contributing to delivery, problem solving, and issue resolution throughout the program lifecycle
• Translate complex business priorities into structured execution plans, stakeholder materials, and leadership updates that drive clarity, alignment, and action
• Build and sustain strong relationships across all levels of the organization, including senior leaders, functional partners, and project teams
• Apply constructive challenges, consulting-style thinking, and strong business judgment to help teams reach the best solution for the business
• Evaluate strategic risks and dependencies, recommend actions, and help teams navigate ambiguity with confidence and structure
• Develop and maintain program plans, milestone tracking, dashboards, and communications plans to support delivery discipline and transparency
• Lead and support the creation of compelling change management messaging, executive communications, and business updates that connect to end users, reinforce business value, and help drive adoption
• Help connect innovation, business process optimization, and technology adoption to broader ICEx strategic priorities
• Promote operational excellence, knowledge sharing, and best practice across ICEx global, area, and affiliate teams

Qualifications:

• BS/BA minimum required

• 5+ years of experience leading strategic programs, business transformation, or cross-functional initiatives
• Proven ability to influence senior leaders and stakeholders in a matrixed organization
• Experience driving digital transformation, innovation, AI, or process optimization initiatives preferred
• Strong program/project management experience from planning through implementation and adoption
• Exceptional executive communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to translate complex business priorities into clear action plans and measurable outcomes

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