SeniorProgram&StrategyManager

ZEISS is technology and innovation. We develop, manufacture and sell highly innovative products and solutions for our customers in a variety of business fields – always testing the limits of what is feasible. ZEISS is an internationally leading technology enterprise operating in the optics and optoelectronics industries generating more than 11.8 billion euros in revenue with around 46,000 employees across 50 countries around the globe. Founded in Germany in 1846, we are proud of our rich heritage. As a company wholly owned by a foundation, ZEISS is rooted in and committed to responsibility in all its activities. Therefore, 15% of revenue is currently invested in science and R&D. ZEISS is convinced that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global challenges. If you want to enable business success and make a difference with us, ZEISS is the right place for you! **Purpose of this role** The Senior Program and Strategy Manager, Consumer Eyecare combines rigorous program governance with strategic business development. This individual… * **Owns end-to-end program governance** and the **integrated timeline and critical path** to deliver Consumer Eyecare launch readiness across regions (Global/US/China) and workstreams, ensuring disciplined execution on the critical path * **Enables timely decision-making** through stage-gate readiness, clear escalation, robust reporting, and strategic recommendations grounded in evidence * **Aligns internal functions and external partners to deliver on time** , within budget, and **in full compliance** with regulatory and quality requirements * **Shapes the future direction** of Consumer Eyecare by contributing to long-term strategy development **Key responsibilities** **Program governance & execution** * **Own the integrated timeline:** Build and maintain the timeline and critical path; ensure consistency/quality of workstream plans; manage dependencies and the critical path * **Run program gover