Program Manager, Business Transformation, WSS, 80/20

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions. Job Summary: The 80/20 Program Manager, Business Transformation supports business transformation initiatives by helping plan, coordinate, and execute projects that improve focus, simplify processes, and drive results across WSS. This role combines project management, business analysis, and financial acumen to support the successful delivery of strategic initiatives aligned with 80/20 principles. Responsibilities: Project Management & Execution Support the development of project plans, milestones, and implementation timelines for 80/20 initiatives. Track progress, maintain action logs, and help ensure deliverables are completed on schedule. Identify and monitor project risks, issues, and dependencies, escalating concerns as appropriate. Coordinate cross-functional teams and support execution across multiple initiatives. Drive meeting cadence, decision tracking, and accountability for assigned projects. Business & Financial Analysis Support business case development and track initiative costs, benefits, and value realization. Analyze business performance metrics and summarize insights to support decision-making. Assist with dashboards, reporting, and follow-up analysis to monitor project outcomes. Evaluate priorities, trade-offs, and opportunities through an 80/20 lens. Stakeholder Engagement & Communication Partner with stakeholders across functions to gather inputs, align priorities, and support execution. Prepare project updates, presentations, status reports, and leadership communications. Build strong working relationships and maintain effective follow-through on commitments. Communicate project progress, actions, and next steps clearly and professionally. High Impact Behaviors: Continuous Professional Development: Professionals should be committed to lifelong learning, seeking out opportunities for self-improvement, and staying abreast of industry trends and best practices. Collaboration and Teamwork: Effective professionals understand the value of collaboration. They work well with others, contribute to team goals, and understand that diverse perspectives can lead to better solutions. Results Driven Performance: High performing professionals focus on delivering results. They set high standards for their own performance and are committed to achieving objectives efficiently and effectively. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, project management, operations, or a related field, with 4+ years of relevant experience preferred Project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and deadlines Financial acumen, including comfort working with budgets, cost tracking, and business case analysis Analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and support decision-making Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and PowerBI is a plus Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with internal stakeholders Ability to work independently, stay organized, and follow through in a fast-paced environment Spanish language proficiency an asset The salary range for this position is $90,000 to $100,000 plus bonus. Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience, and work location, and is not typically at the top of the range. At Xylem, we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package, including Medical, Dental, and Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement. #LI-SUTTONMOORE Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world. At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.   Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation Our Talent Community is a great way to stay connected to learn more about our high impact culture initiatives and latest career opportunities! Tell us more about yourself and help recruiters find you if there’s an opportunity that aligns with your background, skills and interests. Join our Talent Community Today! Want to know what kind of Impact you can make? Our goal is to optimize water access and quality, and promote responsible consumption, so that communities across the globe can thrive. Through Xylem Watermark, our Corporate Citizenship Program, we provide and protect safe water resources for communities around the world by engaging all stakeholders and educating about water issues. 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