Job Description

BASIC FUNCTION OF THE JOB:

The Lead, WPS Projects & Programs is responsible for leading the planning, governance, coordination, and execution of key Workplace Services (WPS) and cross-functional HR projects and programs. The role serves as a key integrator across WPS, HR, and relevant business functions to ensure priorities are effectively translated into structured plans and sustainable outcomes.

Key accountabilities include:

• Project & Program Execution: Lead assigned WPS and HR projects and programs from planning through implementation, ensuring clear objectives, ownership, milestones, risks, dependencies, and successful transition into ongoing operations.
• Portfolio & Governance: Provide visibility across key projects and priorities, establish effective governance and operating rhythms, and drive accountability and timely follow-through on commitments.
• Reporting, Analytics & Insights: Consolidate and analyze relevant data, develop dashboards and management reporting, and translate complex information into clear insights and high-quality presentations that support effective decision-making.
• Cross-Functional Alignment: Partner across WPS, HRBPs, HRSS, Centers of Excellence, business teams, and other stakeholders to facilitate alignment, manage dependencies, and enable effective execution.
• Change & Implementation: Support stakeholder engagement, communication, change readiness, and adoption to ensure new programs, processes, and solutions are effectively implemented and sustained.
• Continuous Improvement & Digital Enablement: Identify opportunities to simplify processes, strengthen ways of working, improve operational efficiency, and leverage technology, automation, and digital solutions to enhance WPS and HR effectiveness and employee experience.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Human Resources, Project Management, Organizational Development, Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant professional experience in project/program management, Workplace Services, HR Operations, PMO, Business Operations, or a related field, preferably within a complex or multinational organization.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple cross-functional projects and programs from planning and governance through implementation and completion.
• Strong experience in project governance, stakeholder management, risk and issue management, and driving execution and follow-through across multiple stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work effectively across functions, locations, and organizational levels, including influencing stakeholders without direct authority.
• Demonstrated capability in data analysis, management reporting, dashboards, and business presentations, with the ability to translate information into clear and actionable insights.
• Experience in process improvement, change management, digital enablement, and implementation of new ways of working is preferred.

Skills

• Strong ability to plan, organize, and drive multiple projects and priorities in a complex, fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and translate findings into actionable insights.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis, PivotTables, lookups, data consolidation, and reporting.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Power BI or similar business intelligence and data visualization tools, with the ability to develop dashboards and management reports.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, with strong capability in developing professional presentations, data visualization, and business storytelling.
• Ability to influence, coordinate, and build alignment across functions and stakeholders without direct authority.
• Strong ability to identify and manage risks, dependencies, competing priorities, and execution gaps while driving timely follow-through.
• Ability to leverage digital tools, automation, and technology to simplify processes, improve reporting, and increase operational efficiency.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across functions, organizational levels, locations, and cultures

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

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