1.0 OVERVIEW
The Program Manager will be responsible for the operational success of TransPerfect ensuring seamless team
collaboration and development, program delivery, strategic customer service and quality control and evaluation.
A successful Program Manager will have solid program management skills, excellent problem solving skills, and
the ability to build strong relationships with client and internal teams in face to face and virtual environments.
2.0 DESCRIPTION
Own the service delivery for the program, across geographically dispersed client and TransPerfect teams
Enhance organizational excellence by establishing operational benchmarks, timelines, and resources needed
to achieve strategic goals, proactively recommending and driving improvements as necessary; set standards
for accountability and measurements of success
Engage with the client and internal teams to design and implement new initiatives to further develop process
improvement, quality procedures, and efficient workflow models
Be the pivotal point of contact for the client with responsibility for communication, setting achievable service
and delivery expectations, and ensuring these are fulfilled and satisfaction levels consistently maintained
Ensure the client has knowledge of the defined process and best industry practices to develop trust in
program services and solutions delivery
Collaborate with internal teams to establish, strengthen and expand client relationships and support
development of new business opportunities and overall profitable revenue growth
Identify gaps and trends to support the Client Service team to maximize revenue potential through expansion
and /or diversification of services and solutions
Partner with Production team to dissect and shape new offerings and support client-facing teams to build
value proposition around these proposed offerings
Build and strengthen the relationships between the diverse teams working on the account
Drive strategic planning and strategy implementation to aid and report on improved customer satisfaction,
consistent quality delivery, process efficiency, and increased profitability
Complete any other tasks as assigned by a manager/supervisor
3.0 REQUIRED SKILLS
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in native language as well as in English
Independent, self-motivated, results-oriented, and dynamic
Exceptional problem solving/critical thinking skills
Ability to work effectively under pressure to meet tight deadlines and challenging goals
Proficient in using technology as a management reporting tool and experience working with information
technology staff to develop and implement program evaluation systems
Energized in matrix organizations where excellence is achieved through relationships rather than formal
reporting structures
Thorough understanding of project management
Advanced use of Microsoft Office applications
Attention to detail
4.0 REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum 5 years of experience in program/account management
Minimum Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
Experience working with a high-performance, collaborative, constructive peer group
Leadership experience in managing teams
5.0 DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Prior translation industry experience
Six Sigma certification or experience
PMP or Prince 2 certification or experience