IT Program Manager

HD Supply

3d

About The Position

Develops, analyzes, and manages plans, schedules, and resource forecasts for medium-scale programs. Ensures adherence to master plans and schedules, develops solutions to program problems, and manages the work of associates assigned to various projects.

Requirements

• B2B product, program, or process development experience
• Working knowledge of SKU strategy, VMI, and specialty programs
• Demonstrated execution success with measurable outcomes
• Hands-on continuous improvement experience in operational environments
• Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline.
• Generally 7+ years of experience in a related field.
• May require certification.
• Advanced degree may offset less experience in some disciplines.

Nice To Haves

• ASSESS Evaluating B2B market opportunities, customer needs, and competitive landscape Assessing profitability, cost-to-serve, and execution risk Identifying capability gaps across people, process, and technology
• DEVELOP & TEST Designing B2B products, programs, or services Defining SKU strategy and assortment decisions Applying working knowledge of VMI models Supporting specialty programs and strategic incentives Designing deployable operating models (processes, roles, controls) Running pilots and refining solutions based on results
• LAUNCH & IMPROVE Deploying solutions into live operations Defining and tracking success metrics (growth, adoption, margin, service) Applying continuous improvement to improve results post-launch

Responsibilities

• Oversees the work of program teams by assembling team resources to ensure skills and strengths align with project demands.
• Assigns team activities to ensure project milestones are achieved and provides performance feedback to project managers.
• Manages, controls, and mitigates risks across interdependent projects by analyzing and identifying trigger events.
• Ensures alignment, buy-in, and support of program stakeholders by building and maintaining relationships with internal customers, third party vendors, and business leadership.
• Works closely with program sponsors and/or review boards to determine program goals and influence the prioritization of program deliverables.
• Adheres to enterprise program management practices by participating in formal and informal training sessions.
• Negotiates and prepares contracts by considering financial conditions, resources, and contractual requirements.
• Handles program financials, provides input and justification for costs and budget impacts, and assists in the request for information and vendor request for proposal processes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees