Director, Program Management

Posted:
3/23/2026, 5:33:34 AM

Location(s):
Georgia, United States ⋅ Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Product

Job Description Summary:

The Director Program Management is a key leader in driving the development and commercialization of new product and packaging innovations for the North America Operating Unit. This role partners with Business Team Leaders in a Joint Leadership Model to deliver cross-functional innovation initiatives utilizing the Common Innovation Framework (CIF), supported by standard tools and enabling processes.
What You’ll Do for Us 
  • Lead cross-functional projects and programs across assigned product category(s).
  • Secure, align, and manage cross-functional resources to deliver project objectives.
  • Develop, manage, and execute integrated project plans and timelines.
  • Guide projects through the Stages and Gates process and ensure accurate, timely Workfront records.
  • Facilitate identification of project risks and establish actionable risk management plans.
  • Provide clear, timely verbal and/or written project updates.
  • Present project status, risks, and recommendations to leadership during key forums (e.g., Stages & Gates, One Technical Voice)
  • Execute project close-outs and lead project reviews to capture learnings and performance outcomes.
  • Consult with and influence leaders across multiple functions to support decision-making and resolve issues.   
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of process improvements for commercialization and CIF Program Management tools and workflows.
Qualification & Requirements 
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience. Master’s degree a plus.
  • 5+ years of related work experience leading business process improvement initiatives, project management, and change management leadership.
  • Strong project / program management capabilities (PMP certification a plus).
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams to deliver results.
  • Expertise in innovation, supply chain and/or technical function(s).
What We Can Do for You 
  • Agile & Innovative Software Platforms: Work with leading tools, including Power BI and Tableau, to enhance efficiency, visibility, and decision‑making.
  • Collaborative Culture: Partner across functions and business units, supported by the tools, resources, and expertise needed to deliver high-quality commercial and financial outcomes.
  • Global Reach:  Engage with advanced analytics and modeling capabilities that support global insights and industry‑leading decision frameworks.

The Coca-Cola Company will not offer sponsorship for employment status (including, but not limited to, H1-B visa status and other employment-based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require The Coca-Cola Company's sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.

Skills:

Agile Methodology, Business Operations, Change Management, Collaborative Leadership, Communication, Financial Processing, People Management, Project Schedule, Relationship Building, Six Sigma, Waterfall Model, Workflow Management

Pay Range:

$150,000 - $172,000

Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.

Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage:

30

Annual Incentive reference value is a market-based competitive value for your role. It falls in the middle of the range for your role, indicating performance at target.

Location(s):

United States of America

City/Cities:

Atlanta

Travel Required:

00% - 25%

Relocation Provided:

No

Job Posting End Date:

April 3, 2026

Our Purpose and Growth Culture:

We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.

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