Manager Enterprise Program

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Reporting directly to the Enterprise Program Director of the Enterprise Program Management Office, this position will lead programs and projects expanding multiple business functions from concept to new capability readiness for customers. The ability to lead cross-functional program teams in alignment with strategic priorities and organizational agility is critical to the success of this enterprise management leadership role. This position requires partnering with stakeholders to understand the business intent and delivery execution in accordance with the Enterprise Program Management Methodology.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Business Administration or relevant field of study or equivalent years of related work experience required.
• Master’s degree in Business Administration preferred.
• PMI PMP, PgPMP, and/or Scrum Master certification preferred.

• 5+ years of Program Management experience across multiple business functions
• 10+ years of Project Management and/or applicable leadership experience within a business function, i.e. IT, Supply Chain, Store Operations, Real Estate, HR, Merchandising, etc.
• Demonstrated experience utilizing alternate project delivery approaches, i.e Waterfall vs Agile
• Demonstrated experience and success applying program and project management principles, techniques, and processes.
• Demonstrated experience in the formulation of long range strategic plans, provides input into project budget preparation, and business case development with defined measures of success.
• Responsible for providing input to team member evaluations.
• Demonstrated experience and success leading large, high-impact, cross-functional program or projects.
• Demonstrated experience managing agreements and staffing with external service providers.
• Demonstrated experience working with people at all levels of the organization including C-Level executives, directors, leaders, and team members to communicate the strategy, monitor and communicate progress on tactical issues, and work closely with Business Leaders to resolve/improve day-to-day processes and program delivery execution.
• International and/or global work experience a plus

• Program Management, Project Management, Portfolio Management, Resource Management, Delivery Excellence, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Budgeting, etc.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interface effectively with individuals at various levels, both internal and external.
• Analytical, innovative, with strong problem-solving abilities and creative resolution skills.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work on multiple programs and projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to remain organized, pay strict attention to detail, and meet critical deadlines within a high volume, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent analytic skills with the ability to use key tools to dive deep and provide analysis consistently on performance metrics.
• Strong Microsoft Office program experience, including Excel, Word and Power Point
• Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties

• Leads/manages medium to large size programs and projects, leveraging project management tools to deliver results. Accomplishes program objectives by planning and evaluating project activities.
• Responsible for all aspects of complex strategic projects to deliver minimum realization.
• Preparation of Program Charter, Stakeholder Identification, Project Planning, Execution, Monitoring and Closing
• Achieves operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews
• Meets financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions.
• Sets and continually manages project expectations with team members and other stakeholders.…