Principal Program Manager

Team Sparq is committed to creating high-quality tech careers while helping clients accelerate their digital transformation journey. We are committed to being an inclusive workplace, maintaining a culture of equitable, diverse employment and advancement company-wide.

C2C is not available

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Why you will enjoy Mondays again:

• Opportunity to collaborate with a diverse group of colleagues in a fun, creative environment
• Progressive career journey and opportunity for advancement
• Continuous development through training and mentorship programs
• Exposure to modern technologies across various industries in an agile environment
• Flexibility to work remotely, onsite or a hybrid of both as desired
• Opportunity to give back in your local community
• Competitive salary bonus opportunities
• Robust benefits package, matching 401(k) plan, and substantial PTO
• Tuition reimbursement
  
  

A Day in the Life:

• Own the rhythm of the business by leading key initiatives, driving strategic discussions, and ensuring follow-through on critical decisions.
• Act as a thought partner to the VP of Digital Technology, spearheading high-impact projects and fostering cross-functional collaboration.
• Develop and maintain a business health scorecard to track key performance metrics and provide clear project status updates for leadership.
• Lead weekly calls with cross-functional leaders, ensuring alignment on priorities and proactively resolving any risks to timelines.
• Conduct in-depth market and competitive analysis to inform strategic decision-making and identify emerging opportunities.
• Establish and refine a prioritization framework for business initiatives, streamlining processes to enhance accountability and execution.
• Prepare executive-level reports, presentations, and briefing materials for leadership meetings, offsites, and board discussions.
• Provide data-driven decision-making support through detailed analysis and actionable recommendations.
  
  

What it takes:

• 10 years of experience in business operations, general management, management consulting, or investment banking within a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, analytics, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Proven ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels, demonstrating high emotional intelligence (EQ).
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to distill complex concepts for diverse audiences.
• Strong executive presence with strategic maturity and a proactive, problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously, ensuring seamless execution and continuous process improvement.
• Strong business acumen, with expertise in financial analysis, market evaluation, and strategic planning.
• Entrepreneurial drive, adaptability, and a sense of ownership in delivering measurable results.
  
  

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy: Sparq is proud to offer equal employment opportunity without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, military status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.