Program Manager

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with management to assemble project teams and work groups to produce deliverables required to achieve the objectives of a defined corporate program.
• Lead project managers and work group leaders in the development and maintenance of comprehensive plans for a defined corporate program.
• Organize, direct and coordinate cross-functional activities to focus corporate resources on the successful delivery and implementation of the desired results for a defined corporate program and/or strategic initiative.
• Work with the executive sponsor of a corporate program (VP or higher), and other management as required to achieve the objectives of a defined corporate program.
• Acquire detailed understanding of the business objectives for an assigned area.
• Monitor and evaluate the progress, alignment and financial “health” of a cross-functional group of projects and related activities which together, constitutes a defined corporate program. Direct corrective action as needed to maintain the viability of the program.
• If required - Report to the executive team/sponsor/steering committee on the progress, business impacts and strategies around the program(s).
• Assess risks that might jeopardize successful achievement of the desired results of a program, develop risk mitigation strategies and tactics, and implement risk mitigation plans.
• As needed - Partners with procurement to develop and execute strategies related to the service/asset contracts.
• Manages the vendor to the responsibilities outlined in the contract and statement of work.
• Other duties as assigned or requested.

EDUCATION

• Minimum High School Diploma / GED
• Preferred Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Technology Management-related area of study
• MBA or Master’s Degree in Technology Management-related area of study

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 7 -10 years of work experience in project management
• 7-10 years of work experience delivering business solutions using information technology

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY

Does this role supervise/manage other employees?

No

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Is Travel Required?

Yes