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Strategic Program Manager

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: World Wide Technology
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-01
Job specializations:
  • Management
    Change Management, Program / Project Manager, Operations Manager, IT Project Manager
  • IT/Tech
    Change Management, IT Project Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 132400 - 165500 USD Yearly USD 132400.00 165500.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Strategic Program Manager Why WWT?

At World Wide Technology, we work together to make a new world happen. Our important work benefits our clients and partners as much as it does our people and communities across the globe. WWT is dedicated to achieving its mission of creating a profitable growth company that is also a Great Place to Work for All. We achieve this through our world-class culture, generous benefits and by delivering cutting‑edge technology solutions for our clients.

Founded in 1990, WWT is a global technology solutions provider leading the AI and Digital Revolution. WWT combines the power of strategy, execution and partnership to accelerate digital transformational outcomes for organizations around the globe. Through its Advanced Technology Center, a collaborative ecosystem of the world's most advanced hardware and software solutions, WWT helps clients and partners conceptualize, test and validate innovative technology solutions for the best business outcomes and then deploys them at scale through its global warehousing, distribution and integration capabilities.

With over 12,000 employees across WWT and Softchoice and more than 60 locations around the world, WWT's culture, built on a set of core values and established leadership philosophies, has been recognized 14 years in a row by Fortune and Great Place to Work® for its unique blend of determination, innovation and creating a great place to work for all.

Want to work with highly motivated individuals on high-performance teams? Join WWT today!

Why should you join the PMO?

As a Strategic Program Manager, you will be leading innovative and emerging technology solutions for Fortune 500 customers across all verticals. The Strategic Program Services team is an elite group of professionals selected for their vast experience in driving and successfully delivering complex solutions and transformational initiatives across WWT’s global presence and influence.

The Strategic Program Manager leads the successful delivery of complex, high‑impact programs that drive Client strategic objectives. This role ensures initiatives are executed with strong governance, operational rigor, stakeholder alignment, financial accountability, and a relentless focus on value delivery. In addition to program leadership, this role champions a culture of collaboration, mentorship, and continuous development across project management and engineering delivery teams.

The ideal candidate brings deep experience in managing cross-functional programs, developing high-performing teams, and driving continuous improvement to maximize business impact.

Key Responsibilities Strategic Alignment & Governance
  • Owns end‑to‑end program delivery, ensuring initiatives align with Clients strategic vision and measurable business outcomes.
  • Drive clarity and momentum in ambiguous environments by shaping strategy, guiding decision‑making, and navigating change.
  • Defines and implements governance structures based on program and stakeholder needs.
  • Manages program resourcing, ensuring alignment to priorities and operational needs.
  • Proactively identifies and mitigates program‑level risks, issues, and critical dependencies.
Stakeholder Engagement & Delivery Management
  • Build and nurture authentic, trusted relationships with sponsors, business owners, clients, and internal teams.
  • Facilitate seamless cross‑functional collaboration and decision‑making to maintain program momentum and strategic alignment.
  • Maintain regular, executive‑level communications, providing transparency on progress, risks, and key decision points.
  • Leverage emotional intelligence (EQ) to influence outcomes, resolve conflicts, and drive stakeholder engagement across complex landscapes.
Program Planning & Execution
  • Leads delivery efforts in a manner that ensures highest quality customer outcomes.
  • Oversees program schedules, scope management, resource planning, and critical path analysis to ensure operational excellence.
  • Applies structured problem‑solving and issue‑resolution practices to maintain program momentum.
  • Champion a culture of relentless curiosity and continuous learning within delivery teams to foster innovation and agility.
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