Program Manager

We are seeking Program Manager with a minimum of 10 years of experience in overseeing complex IT projects.

The ideal candidate will excel in strategic planning, team leadership, and successful project execution within the IT domain. This candidate should have experience in managing complex acquisitions/mergers and divestures.

Skills

• Strong influencing and partnering skills to coordinate resources within IT.
• Self-starter with the ability to work through ambiguity.
• Make decisions and take timely independent action.
• Lead, collaborate, challenge, and influence peers, subordinates, and senior management.-
• Facilitate cross-functional meetings to resolve issues promptly.
• Build win-win solutions across business and IT.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including explaining IT strategies and financials to IT leaders.
• Preferred multi-functional experience in Commercial, Supply Chain, R&D, Infrastructure (Technology Services), and ISRM (Information Security & Risk Management) and supporting IT functions.

Responsibilities

• This role will oversee approximately multiple Project Managers.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement strategic initiatives aligned with organizational goals, focusing on effective IT project portfolio management.
• Team Leadership: Lead and inspire cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring project success.
• Portfolio Management: Oversee the IT project portfolio, aligning with business objectives and optimizing resource allocation.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate project and portfolio risks, maintaining project integrity.
• Dependency Management: Manage dependencies across the portfolio, ensuring seamless project coordination.
• Stakeholder Communication: Establish clear communication channels with stakeholders, providing regular updates and addressing concerns. Develop strong relationships with Technical Product Managers and Owners.
• Budget Management: Manage the budget of all the program effectively.

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of proven experience as a Program Manager in IT project and portfolio management.
• In-depth understanding of IT project management, agile methodologies, and portfolio management best practices.
• Degree in a related field such as Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a similar discipline.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of motivating teams to achieve project goals.
• Results-oriented mindset, consistently delivering successful project and portfolio outcomes.
• Experience in managing ~$10MM budgets