Non-Retail Program Director

Responsible for the execution of major non-retail programs across the company including but not limited to the program communication, scope, schedule and budget. Manages the end to end program delivery and serves as the communication link between the program execution team and the business owner of the program. Responsibilities include nationwide programs inclusive of Class A office space, micro-fulfillment centers, call centers, distribution centers and regional and area offices, oversight and coordination of all stakeholders as part of $300+ million dollar budget, total program management and ensuring the program is ‘ready to sell’ the new product or service as designed by the business owner.Job Responsibilities:

Develops the strategic aspects of large/complex projects and is responsible to mitigate risks of delivery of an on-time and on-budget program/rollout.Directs multi-location store retail programs, such as fixture installations, content additions, and site upgrades.Develops and manages program communications to ensure all key stakeholders are kept connected to program status, issues, risks and program needs.Communicates effectively with clients to identify needs and evaluate alternative business solutions and strategies.Directs multiple internal and external stakeholders on program plan including its development, execution, quality control, and lessons learned activities.Hires and manages external GC’s and fixture installation vendors.Maintains safe and high quality construction practices and looks for and implements continuous improvement practices for future programs.Responsible for program budgets and financials, ensuring resources/budgets are available to meet stakeholder needs for planned projects.Ensures exposure to risk is minimized on all projects.Develops, implements, reviews, oversees and ensures methodology and project standards.Ensures project managers are utilizing communication tools, such as online project management, to keep program stakeholders up to date.Directs the activities of internal and external project managers executing programs in the field.Oversees multiple external consultants working on client engagements within area.About Walgreens and WBA

Walgreens ( www.walgreens.com ) is included in the U.S. Retail Pharmacy and U.S. Healthcare segments of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (Nasdaq: WBA), an integrated healthcare, pharmacy and retail leader with a 170-year heritage of caring for communities. WBA’s purpose is to create more joyful lives through better health.Job ID:

1429709BRCompany Indicator:

WalgreensEmployment Type:

Full-timeJob Function:

RetailExternal Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree and at least 6 years of program and/or project management experience OR a High School diploma/GED and at least 9 years of program and/or project management experience.Experience directing multi-location store roll-outs.Experience presenting and reporting on project plans to appropriate stakeholders, executives and senior management.Experience applying project management methodologies and practices.Experience working on cross-functional teams and indirectly managing teams across business units.Experience communicating across multiple functional areas and with external consultants.Experience utilizing project management software and other standard project management scheduling tools.Experience establishing and maintaining relationships with individuals at various levels of the organization.Experience resolving conflicts within a team as issues arise.At least 2 years of experience in contributing to financial decisions in the workplace.At least 3 years of experience in direct leadership, indirect leadership or cross functional team leadership.Willing to travel at least 15% of the time for business purposes.Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s Degree or an MBA.Experience managing programs in a corporation with sales of

Certification as a Project Manager as granted by PMI.

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