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This role is responsible for driving enterprise visibility into key initiatives, supporting strategic planning processes, developing analytical insights, and leading cross-functional improvement efforts that enhance business performance. The position partners closely with executive leadership and functional teams to ensure strategic initiatives are successfully prioritized, executed, measured, and sustained.\nResponsibilities:\nLead PMO governance activities across AMP-NA, ensuring consistent project management processes, stage gate compliance, initiative tracking, and executive reporting.\nServe as the primary administrator and business owner for PMO tools, reporting platforms, dashboards, and project portfolio management systems.\nPartner with business leaders to monitor strategic initiatives, identify risks and roadblocks, and facilitate action plans to maintain project objectives and timelines.\nDevelop executive-level reporting, scorecards, dashboards, and performance metrics providing visibility into strategic initiatives, operational performance, and business results.\nLead cross-functional business optimization initiatives focused on process improvement, productivity enhancement, cost reduction, automation, and operational excellence.\nSupport development of annual strategic plans, long-range planning processes, growth initiatives, and business transformation activities.\nSupport automation and digital transformation initiatives utilizing Power BI, Power Automate, Python, Microsoft applications, SAP, and related technologies.\nCollaborate with leaders across Operations, Commercial, Finance, Procurement, Supply Chain, IT, and Manufacturing functions to identify and execute continuous improvement opportunities.\nFacilitate executive reviews, steering committee meetings, project updates, and governance forums to support effective decision-making and organizational alignment.\nProvide strategic recommendations to leadership through analysis of business performance, market conditions, operational metrics, and initiative outcomes.\nServe as a trusted advisor to the Senior Director, Strategy & Transportation on business performance, strategic priorities, project execution, and organizational improvement opportunities.\nMinimum skills / qualifications:\nBachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Supply Chain, Engineering, Economics, Analytics, Information Systems, or a related field.\nFive (5) years of progressively responsible experience in strategy, project management, business operations, consulting, finance, analytics, continuous improvement, or related disciplines.\nExperience leading cross-functional projects and business initiatives involving multiple stakeholders and functional areas.\nDemonstrated experience supporting strategic planning, business transformation, PMO, or organizational improvement activities.\nStrong analytical capabilities with experience utilizing data, financial analysis, and business metrics to support decision-making.\nExperience developing executive presentations, dashboards, KPIs, scorecards, and management reporting.\nExperience utilizing Power BI, Excel, PowerPoint, and business intelligence tools to analyze and communicate business performance.\nStrong project management, organization, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.\nDemonstrated ability to communicate effectively and influence stakeholders across multiple levels of the organization.\nAbility to balance competing priorities while managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.\nPreferred skills / qualifications:\nMaster's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Finance, Engineering, Analytics, Supply Chain, or a related field.\nSeven (7) or more years of experience in strategy, consulting, PMO, business transformation, operational excellence, or project leadership roles.\nExperience managing enterprise PMO processes, project portfolios, governance frameworks, and executive reporting structures.\nExperience leading automation, workflow optimization, and digital transformation initiatives.\nExperience with OnePlan, SAP, Power BI, Power Automate, Python, and project portfolio management tools.\nExperience supporting executive leadership teams in strategy development, long-range planning, or enterprise transformation initiatives.\nArdagh Metal Packaging is a leading global supplier of sustainable and infinitely recyclable metal beverage cans to brand owners globally. An operating business of sustainable packaging business Ardagh Group, AMP is a leading industry player across Europe and the Americas with innovative production capabilities. AMP operates 23 production facilities in nine countries, employing approximately 6,500 people with sales of $5.5 billion in 2025.\nArdagh Metal Packaging believes that the success of our business depends on the success of our people. We strive to create working environments where our employees feel valued and can work to their full potential. We offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented and creative people. If you have ambition and want to make an impact with your career, come and join our team - you’ll enjoy the journey!\nArdagh Metal Packaging - North America has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast feeding, and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, creed, religion (including religious dress and grooming), color, national origin, ancestry (including association, affiliation, or participation with persons or activities related to national origin, English-proficiency or accent, or immigration status), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or domestic partner status, age, veteran or military status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Discrimination against any employee or applicant based on any of these factors is prohibited.\nUpon hire, the anticipated base annual salary range for this role is between $111,900.00 and $167,900.00 per year. This role is bonus eligible. The bonus incentive program is based on the company meeting or exceeding certain targets. Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate and is only applicable for California residents. The salary range could be different for applicants who do not reside in California. The final salary will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate.\nBenefits Offered:\nMedical, prescription, dental and vision plans \nFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA) \nLife insurance \n401(k) retirement plan with company match\nPaid holidays and vacation \nShort- and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD) \nEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) \nApprenticeship programs\nProfessional and personal development opportunities through Employee Resource Groups\nPlease note the compensation and benefits information above is accurate as of the date of this posting. 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