What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Manager position at Talution Group?
We are seeking a highly experienced and results-oriented Senior Program Manager to lead and execute complex, large-scale enterprise projects exceeding $100 million in budget. This individual will be a strategic leader, responsible for driving program success from initiation through completion, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, and maximizing return on investment. The ideal candidate will possess a proven track record of managing multi-faceted projects, leading cross-functional teams, and navigating complex stakeholder environments.
Responsibilities:
Program Leadership & Strategy:
- Develop and execute comprehensive program plans, including scope, schedule, budget, risk management, and communication strategies.
- Provide strategic direction and oversight for multiple, interconnected projects within the program.
- Ensure alignment of program objectives with overall business strategy and priorities.
- Lead program governance and reporting, providing regular updates to executive leadership.
Financial Management:
- Manage program budgets exceeding $100 million, ensuring cost control and adherence to financial targets.
- Develop and monitor detailed financial forecasts and reports, identifying and mitigating potential cost overruns.
- Conduct thorough financial analysis and ROI assessments to evaluate program performance.
- Manage vendor contracts and procurement processes, ensuring cost-effectiveness and compliance.
Project Execution & Delivery:
- Lead and motivate cross-functional teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.
- Establish and maintain clear project milestones, deliverables, and success criteria.
- Manage project risks and issues proactively, developing and implementing mitigation strategies.
- Ensure adherence to project management methodologies and best practices.
- Oversee the implementation of change management processes.
Stakeholder Management & Communication:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including executive leadership, business partners, and external vendors.
- Communicate program status, risks, and issues effectively to all stakeholders.
- Facilitate stakeholder meetings and workshops, ensuring alignment and buy-in.
- Manage stakeholder expectations and address concerns promptly.
Risk and Quality Management:
- Develop and implement comprehensive risk management plans to identify, assess, and mitigate potential risks.
- Establish and enforce quality standards and processes to ensure project deliverables meet or exceed expectations.
- Conduct regular quality reviews and audits to identify areas for improvement.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, engineering, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience managing complex, enterprise-level programs, with a proven track record of successfully delivering projects exceeding $100 million in budget.
- Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, SAFe, Scrum). PMP certification is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated expertise in financial management, budgeting, and forecasting.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience managing large vendor relationships.
- Experience with digital transformation projects.
- Experience with international projects.
- Hybrid work schedule required; 3 days on site, 2 days work from home
**We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, ethnic origin, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.**
