Program Manager, Cloud & SaaS Innovation

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About the role

Based in Shakopee, MN, this role drives accountability for transformational initiatives within Emerson’s measurement, flow, and analytical instrumentation portfolio as part of the Cross Portfolio Technology and Innovation team. You will collaborate across product companies and industry teams to integrate emerging technologies into strategic roadmaps. This position requires a leader with proven program management results, such as delivering new products, cross-business collaboration, or team formation to deliver enterprise-scale impact. Your primary focus will be orchestrating program activities for a product-focused cloud solution.

Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Responsibilities

• Execute Transformative Programs: Own end-to-end program management for transformative, cross-portfolio product initiatives. Manage risk, schedule, and budget to ensure on-time, high quality delivery of business objectives.
• Champion Agile Practices: Implement and optimize Agile processes and tools to accelerate development, improve accountability, and foster collaboration across global teams.
• Drive Program Governance: Define and run forums for decision making, clarify roles and responsibilities for the program team, and ensure timely decisions and escalation.
• Influence & Align Stakeholders: Engage senior leadership and cross-functional teams to secure buy-in, manage complexity, and embed change into organizational culture.
• Foster Cross-Business Collaboration: Build strong networks across multiple business groups to leverage synergies and accelerate adoption of innovative solutions.
• Develop the Organizational Plan: Identify critical roles and competencies and define capability gaps required to advance program objectives and to support emerging technologies.
• Promote Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline processes, enhance team performance, and drive operational excellence across global programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, or other Technical Discipline.
• Minimum of six (6) years of related experience.
• Expertise in project management methodologies (Agile, Stage-Gate, etc.).
• Strong computer proficiency, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States – Sponsorship will not be provided.
• Ability to travel up to 15%, including internationally.
• Willingness to meet with global team members on off hours (2-4x per month).

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or advanced degree.
• Eight or more (8+) years of related experience.
• PMP Certification or similar.
• Certified Scrum Master or similar.
• Software-focused product background, especially SaaS.
• Experience with Azure DevOps, Jira, or other Agile tools.
• Working with international teams.

Benefits

• A variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Profit sharing retirement.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee resource groups.
• Recognition programs.
• Paid parental leave (maternal and paternal).
• Vacation and holiday leave.

Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $105,000-$150,000 annually, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities, and experience each candidate brings to a role.