Project Management Office (PMO) Leader

About Phibro Animal Health Corporation

Phibro Animal Health Corporation is a publicly traded, global organization with a rich history in animal health and nutrition as a manufacturer and marketer of medicated feed additives, vaccines, nutritional specialty products, and mineral nutrition. We strive to be a trusted partner with livestock producers, farmers, veterinarians, and consumers who raise or care for farm and companion animals by providing solutions to help them maintain and enhance the health of their animals.

Phibro is a diversified company in manufacturing and marketing products for ethanol performance, microbials for plants, home and industrial applications, and specialty chemicals for various industrial markets. In addition to, Phibro’s revenues are in excess of $1 billion and are supported by over 2,400 employees worldwide.

At Phibro, people are our greatest asset. We strive to develop a diverse workforce that fosters an environment where people feel supported in openly sharing their creativity and skills that allows them to be the most successful that they can be.

If you are interested in working for Phibro and feel that you do not meet all qualifications, we encourage you to apply as you might be the right candidate for this role or other positions.

Phibro's Phibro-Tech (PTI) business unit recycles and manufacturers copper and iron-based products and recycles permitted waste primarily from the electronics industry.

Position Details

Phibro is seeking a highly capable and strategic PMO Leader to establish and lead the Project Management Office within the Technology Group (TG). This role is ideal for a seasoned leader with a proven track record of building and/or maturing PMOs in global, matrixed organizations. The PMO Leader will enable delivery of strategy, corporate objectives, TG priorities, and business value. They will oversee a new, small team of full-time project managers in the U.S. and Israel, as well as a broader group of part-time project managers/subject matter experts embedded in TG’s functional areas.

The PMO Leader will be responsible for consistent project delivery practices, strengthening resource management across a lean TG organization, and advancing Phibro’s project management maturity. This includes stewarding projects through our process from concept to completion and ensuring the organization is set up for long-term success. Establishing a mandatory ROI and benefits realization program will be expected.

The role will also lead the continued implementation, stabilization, and optimization of Microsoft Planner and related enterprise project management tools.

A strong interest in leveraging AI—and a willingness to push the boundaries of AI-enabled work—will be critical to success in this role and in partnering effectively with TG leadership.

Key Responsibilities

- Ensure all TG projects are strategically aligned with Phibro’s corporate objectives and Technology Group priorities.

- Oversee the PMO operational budget.

- Manage a small team of full-time project managers, including their performance review process and career development.

- Act as an escalation point and trusted coach for all TG project managers. Facilitate cross-functional alignment and proactively address risks, dependencies, and barriers to successful delivery.

- Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of PMO standards, methodologies/frameworks (e.g., waterfall, agile, hybrid).

Key Competencies

Accountable

Accepting Responsibility

Acting Strategically

Acting as a Champion for Change

Adaptable

Attentive Listening

Building and Supporting Teams

Business Acumen

Collaborative

Championing Customer Needs

Committed

Communicating Effectively

Controlling Costs

Coordinating Project Activities

Creating and Maintaining Networks

Critical Thinking

Customer Service Orientation

Delegating Responsibility

Delivering High Quality Work

Demonstrating Initiative

Detailed Oriented

Developing Plans

Developing Talent

Displaying Technical Expertise

Driving Projects to Completion

Driving Continuous Improvement

Evaluating and Implementing Ideas

Interacting with People at Different Levels

Inspiring and Motivating Others

Managing Resources

Managing Time

Presenting and Public Speaking

Prioritizing and Organizing Work

Problem Solving

Pursuing Self-Development

Resolving Conflict

Setting Objectives

Setting a Strategic Vision

Showing Caring and Understanding

Solving Complex Problems

Strong talent building and leadership skills

Supporting Change

Supporting Coworkers

Supporting Organizational Goals

Thinking Globally

Using Computers and Technology

Trustworthy

Working with Diverse Populations

Skills

Ability to manage several complex projects simultaneously while working under pressure to meet deadlines.

Able to execute projects and long range goals as directed by management.

High degree of time management skills and ability to handle multiple priorities and projects at once.

Planning; ability to think ahead and plan, project activities and strategy over short-terms and extended time periods.

Strong computer skills and project management experience.

Ability to perform effective public speaking presentations and provide effective written communications.

Able to develop detailed communications documents that are readily understood by co-workers, vendors and clients.

Excellent Written and Verbal Communication Skills

Interpersonal skills sufficient to communicate verbally and in writing with others in an objective and cooperative manner.

Able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.

Problem analysis and problem resolution at both strategic and functional levels.

Ability to build effective teams, coach and develop others

Ability to effectively present information to key managers and leadership team.

Must have strong team attitude and conflict resolution skills.

Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Strong team building and management skills sufficient to recruit, lead, train, delegate, cooperate and contribute as a team.

Education & Experience

- 20+ years of progressive experience in technology, project and/or portfolio management.

- Demonstrated success leading the implementation or maturity of a global technology group’s PMO processes, tools, and governance in complex organizations.

- Experience working in global or multi-site environments with lean staffing models and high demands on resource management.

- PMP or equivalent certification preferred, with an emphasis on practical application.

To learn more about Phibro Animal Health's competitive benefits package, please click here: Phibro Benefits.

Phibro is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.

Business Unit: Animal Health & Mineral Nutrition

Division: Animal Health & Nutrition Department: Management Location: US - Teaneck, NJ - Remote Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (Standard Work hours)