IT Program/Project Manager

We at KEMET, a YAGEO Group company, help make a wide variety of products possible in the world's most rapidly expanding industries.

Founded in 1919 in Cleveland, Ohio, with over 100 years of technological innovation, we manufacture capacitors and other components for computing, telecommunications, medical, aerospace, defense, and automotive markets. Our components are found in spacecrafts and defibrillators - from outer space to inside our bodies, and in products we use every day. We have the broadest selection of capacitor technologies in the industry, including an expanding range of electromechanical devices and electromagnetic compatibility solutions.

Summary

YAGEO Group / KEMET is seeking an IT Program/Project Manager in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The IT Program/Project Manager will work closely with stakeholders to plan, manage strategic projects, communicate project status, activities and budget tracking and drive identification and mitigation of risks, along with resolution of issues. This position requires 12% domestic travel and 12% international travel. This role emphasizes project-level IT coordination, technical project management methodologies, and delivery of defined IT projects and does not hold supervisory responsibility or strategic direction-setting for an IT department.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with stakeholders to plan, manage strategic projects, communicate project status, activities and budget tracking and drive identification and mitigation of risks, along with resolution of issues.
• Continuously develop and streamline PMO related processes for scalability.
• Innovate and bring ideas for adding value to our customers, the PMO team members, and the overall organization.
• Establish and integrate PMO measures, metrics, thresholds, and targets to drive performance in alignment with business strategies.
• Manage multiple enterprise projects from initiation to successful completion in a fast-paced environment.
• Manage project scope and completion of deliverables within project timelines.
• Create and manage project plans in accordance with project life cycle best practices.
• Manage communication and reporting of project activities across stakeholder groups and tracking tools.
• Facilitate project meetings with various types and levels of stakeholders.
• Manage project budget including capital/expense and invoice review/approval.
• Manage vendors and third-party resources to Statement of Work deliverables and responsibilities.
• Address project issues by identifying and selecting a course of action by considering the constraints and objectives to enable continued progress.
• Tailor project management framework and processes to meet needs of project while adhering to management controls.
• Establish alliances with other departments and organizations to achieve commitment to the project.
• Identify and manage dependencies with other projects, enhancements, and production support activities.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of PMO methodologies, tools and best practice.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Business Administration or related field of study and five (5) years of experience as a Program Manager, Project Manager or related role where required experience gained or in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree in stated fields and five (5) years of stated experience, will accept seven (7) years of stated experience and no degree.

Also requires experience in the following:

• PMP or Certified ScrumMaster certification or preparation course;
• Five (5) years of progressive experience in project management and IT software development;
• Utilizing Portfolio & Project Management (PPM) tools such as CA PPM (Clarity), ServiceNow, JIRA, Microsoft Project Server, DevOps, etc.;
• Microsoft Project, Visio, and Microsoft Office suite;
• Collaborative project management tools (MS Teams, Teams Planner, SharePoint, Project Online);
• Managing large sized projects (multi-million+ budget) from inception to successful implementation;
• Working with on-site, offshore, and remote team members;
• Variety of project life cycle methodologies including waterfall, Agile or hybrid;
• Setting and managing expectations for scope, schedule, budget, risk and quality;
• Organizing and controlling project governance including outlining the roles and relationships between all groups involved in the project;
• Facilitating team meetings as well as managing and resolving conflicts to achieve optimal team collaboration and performance;
• Financial principles including experience with business case justification, total cost of ownership, CAPex/Opex, and return on investment;
• IT SDLC knowledge;
• Matrix management experience, team leadership to expedite progress & resolve conflicts, and business systems analysis or business process analysis; and
• Utilizing project management software tools to provide project plans, portfolio management, and document sharing effectively and efficiently.

Location & Work Type

• Fort Lauderdale, FL, United States
• Full Time

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

YAGEO does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, political affiliation, union membership, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, marital status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law, in making employment decisions including but not limited to hiring, wages, promotions, rewards, and access to training. Qualified applicants and workers shall be provided with reasonable accommodation for disability and religious practices.

What We Offer

• Collaborative work environment that values innovation and teamwork
• Inclusive company culture built on respect, integrity, and continuous improvement
• Career growth opportunities with access to training, and mentorship
• Work–life balance support through flexible practices and employee wellness initiatives
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and employee programs
• Global impact by contributing to sustainable solutions and industry-leading technologies

About YAGEO Group We don’t build the final product. We build what makes it possible.

From resistors to capacitors, inductors to sensors - our components power the breakthroughs that move the world forward. Electric vehicles. AI data centers. Satellites. Sonar systems. They move faster, last longer, reach farther - with a spark of us inside.

Headquartered in Taiwan, YAGEO Group unites multiple trusted brands - including YAGEO, KEMET, PULSE, and Telemecanique Sensors and more - into one cohesive force for innovation. 40,000+ employees. 100+ locations. 20 R&D centers. 2,000+ patents. 273,000+ customers. #1 in resistors and tantalum capacitors. #3 in MLCCs & inductors We don't just participate in the future - we enable it.

Why Work at YAGEO Group?

Meaningful work: Every part you help design, test, or improve contributes to real-world innovations. Global exposure: Collaborate across continents, brands, and breakthrough technologies. Accelerated growth: With our size, diversity, and momentum, there’s no ceiling for where you can go. Built-in purpose: You’re not just part of the process - you’re part of the progress.

YAGEO Group. Built into Tomorrow.

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