From a small family business to a multi-billion-dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 — all while keeping the heart of “People Build Businesses” alive.

 

Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year. Today we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over 34 countries. We're extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialization and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people. 

About ThermoSafe®

Since 1989, ThermoSafe has been driven by a singular purpose: protecting the integrity of products that protect people.

We’re a global team of thinkers, builders, and doers—passionate about advancing thermal science and redefining what’s possible in sustainable, temperature assurance packaging technology. From our labs to our manufacturing floors, and every function in between, ThermoSafe team members collaborate to design, produce, and deliver solutions that keep critical medicines safe across the globe.

Here, curiosity drives progress. Collaboration fuels innovation. And every person’s work connects directly to the patients and communities we serve. Because at ThermoSafe, every degree—and every person—matters.

Our culture values curiosity, accountability, and collaboration - empowering individuals to innovate, improve, and make real-world impact. Whether you work in a lab, on a production line, or behind a spreadsheet, your ideas help move science, sustainability, and patient care forward.

The Senior IT Program Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and driving execution across ThermoSafe’s most critical IT initiatives. This role ensures complex, cross-functional technology programs are delivered predictably, transparently, and with minimal disruption during ThermoSafe’s transition to a fully independent operating model. The role focuses on execution excellence, aligning internal teams and external partners to deliver outcomes on time and with high quality.

Why This Role Matters

This role enables ThermoSafe’s technology organization to move quickly while maintaining clarity, coordination, and control. By focusing on execution and alignment, the Senior IT Program Manager allows technical leaders to focus on strategy and solutions while ensuring delivery remains predictable and well-managed.

What you'll be doing:  

Program & Delivery Management

Lead multiple concurrent IT initiatives across applications, infrastructure, security, and manufacturing systemsDevelop and maintain integrated program plans, milestones, and dependenciesEnsure consistent delivery practices and disciplined execution across teams

Stakeholder & Executive Communication

Provide clear, concise status reporting for IT leadership and business stakeholdersFacilitate cross-functional alignment and decision-makingProactively surface risks, issues, and dependencies with recommended actions

Vendor & Partner Coordination

Coordinate delivery activities across internal teams and external service providersEnsure work is aligned across vendors without overlap, gaps, or miscommunicationTrack commitments and follow-through against agreed plans

Agile & Change Leadership

Serve as Scrum Master and Agile coach for technical teams as appropriateSupport structured change management and controlled release processesPromote continuous improvement in delivery methods and team collaboration

Governance & Risk Awareness

Support change governance processes to ensure stability during system and infrastructure changesHelp teams balance delivery speed with operational reliability

This is a Hybrid role with in-office attendance at our Arlington Heights, IL location. Remote option may be considered for a strong fit candidate, depending on experience.

We would love to hear from you if:

8+ years of experience in IT project or program managementDemonstrated success delivering complex, multi-workstream technology initiativesStrong experience working in Agile and hybrid delivery environmentsProven ability to communicate effectively with both technical teams and executive stakeholdersExperience coordinating work across multiple vendors and internal teams

Certifications & Education

Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalentCertified ScrumMaster (CSM) or equivalentAssociate’s degree or higher in Business, Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Additional Responsibilities as Assigned.  

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Compensation:    

The annual base salary range for this role is from $120,000 to $135,000

At Sonoco Products Company, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive pay and benefits. *Benefits listed below are for employees located in the U.S. Specific benefits and wellbeing programs may vary depending on your location (within the U.S. or global), or if you are a union employee.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options401(k) retirement plan with company matchWellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of servicesPaid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and familyVariety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insuranceTuition reimbursement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.