Hybrid Program Manager, Early Career

at Regal Rexnord

• Job title: Program Manager, Early Career
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior, Lead
• Salary: $91,600 - $130,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: PMP
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Rosemont, United States

About the role

• Program Manager overseeing strategy and execution of programs for recent graduates and MBA hires at industrial manufacturer. Engaging with stakeholders and enhancing employer brand across target schools.

Responsibilities

• Own the strategy, design, and execution of enterprise-wide programs for recent graduates and MBA hires.
• Design and deliver a high-touch experience for MBA associates, including rotational planning and executive stakeholder engagement.
• Coordinate rotational moves ensuring exposure to VP/GM-level experiences.
• Develop policies for rotational compensation and annual merit cycles.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition (TA) to identify target schools, manage recruitment events, and organize interview days with senior leadership.
• Measure program effectiveness (size, retention, engagement, promotion rate) and recommend improvements.
• Define program strategy for Undergraduate Rotational Programs, including target schools and branding initiatives.
• Create structured functional rotations (Finance, Supply Chain, Engineering, HR, etc.).
• Track and report success metrics; implement enhancements.
• Develop a hiring playbook for early-career talent at local sites.
• Provide guidance and oversight (direct or indirect) to junior team members, including interns.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field (MBA preferred).
• 7-10 years of experience in talent management, campus recruiting, or leadership development programs.
• Strong project management capabilities, including planning, organizing, and executing initiatives to ensure timely, high-quality delivery of objectives.
• Proven ability to design and manage enterprise-level programs.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Data-driven mindset with experience in program measurement and continuous improvement.
• Experience in a global manufacturing or industrial environment (preferred).
• Familiarity with rotational program design and early-career talent strategies (preferred).
• Preferred PMP or related PM certification.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
• Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Paid Leaves
• Tuition Assistance