Senior Program Manager, Integrated Operations PMO

August 13

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Enterprise Storage • Data Center • Server virtualization • Desktop virtualization • Oracle database

1001 - 5000

Description

• Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of interrelated projects within a program, and ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope: define project objective, scope, and resource requirements; establish timelines and milestones with gantt charts; track and minimize risks; identify and assist in the resolution of conflicts within and between projects; manage project budgets and resource allocation; and develop methods to monitor project or area progress • Build, drive, & enforce business centric project management governance, processes, project plans, schedules, budgets, and templates for cross-functional, transformational projects supporting various organizations that include but are not limited to: IT, Sales, Channel, Marketing, Product BUs, and more • Lead and manage 2 or more overarching programs with multiple workstreams, at the same time • Take meeting minutes and communicate project updates to project team members, stakeholders, steering committee members, and C-level executives • Independently research, analyze, and recommend solutions and best practices while being comfortable challenging status quo • Think strategically about issues leading to recommendations and maximization of ROI • Work with business stakeholders to identify objectives, KPIs, and key metrics of success to measure project/program progress • Proven ability to communicate technical concepts and business impact to team members, senior leadership, and C-level executives in a manner that is readily understandable and actionable • Adept at communicating, engaging, and influencing without authority to senior leadership & C-level executives for overall program updates • Manage and solve scope creep, change management, and interventions to ensure project goals are achieved • Identify and effectively manage risks by unblocking issues, providing a systematic means to track execution, and drive escalations up to the senior leadership team to resolution • Drive continuous improvement and lead retrospectives at the end of each project or program launch and incorporate feedback into Lessons Learned • Partner with IT, Finance, Product, Sales Operations, and Manufacturing Operations teams from a resourcing and SME stand point, as well as bridge the gaps and silos for cross-functional workstreams • Lead and empower project teams or departments, delegating tasks, providing guidance, mentorship, and foster a culture of collaboration and excellence • Effectively guide and mentor supporting project manager and program manager, cultivating talent within the PMO organization • Partner with PMO leadership and peers to scale PMO Center of Excellence; implement org-wide project management best practices, frameworks, processes, and templates

Requirements

• 12+ years of effective program management experience leading cross functional, transformational projects/programs • Project Management certification(s) required (PMP, PgMP, PMI-ACP, Scrum Master, etc.) • Lean Six Sigma experience a plus • Expert in program and project management methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, etc.) • Strong business acumen with ability to drive and make business decisions • Understanding of technology dependent project implementation a plus • Proficient technical understanding to be able to converse in standard storage industry terminology • Requires strong leadership, interpersonal, organizational, excellent verbal and written communication, and facilitation skills • Requires slide deck preparation and strong presentation skills (Google Slides) • Results-driven professional with strong tactical skills and a focus on execution • Proven ability to effectively communicate with senior management. Articulates program vision and progress to all levels of the organization • Ability to balances multiple program timelines and resources and implement efficient processes for time management across projects • Ability to influence and make some project decisions without authority

Benefits

• Flexible time off • Wellness resources • Company-sponsored team events