Program Manager II (IS & Integration)

Forj Medical•Saint Paul, MN

About The Position

The Program Manager (PM) will lead cross-functional technology and integration programs, interfacing with business leaders, engineering, IT architecture, data/analytics, cybersecurity, and external vendors to deliver enterprise systems, digital capabilities, and product-related IT solutions on time and within budget. This role serves as a key liaison between business stakeholders, customers, and IT/IS teams to ensure seamless execution of system implementations, enhancements, and digital transformation initiatives. The PM is responsible for managing program scope, timelines, budget, risks, and dependencies across complex, multi-system environments.

Requirements

B.S. or M.S. in Information Systems, Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field
5–10 years of experience leading technology programs, system implementations, or enterprise integrations
Strong experience with Enterprise systems (e.g., ERP, PLM, CRM, MES)
Strong experience with System integrations (APIs, middleware, data pipelines)
Strong experience with Digital transformation or IT modernization initiatives
Proven ability to manage complex, cross-functional programs with multiple system dependencies
Experience working in matrixed, global environments with both business and technical stakeholders
Strong financial acumen (budgeting, forecasting, business case development)
Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate between technical and non-technical audiences
Proficiency with project and program management tools (e.g., MS Project, Planner, Azure DevOps, or equivalent)

Nice To Haves

PMP or equivalent preferred
Familiarity with regulated environments (FDA, ISO 13485) and validation considerations in system implementations is a plus

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end delivery of technology programs, including enterprise applications, system integrations, and digital initiatives.
Own program outcomes across scope, schedule, cost, quality, and business value realization.
Drive coordination across multiple workstreams, including IS, Quality, Product, etc., as well as third party vendors.
Serve as the primary point of contact for business stakeholders and customers for technology programs.
Translate business needs into scalable, integrated technology solutions in partnership with Architecture and Engineering.
Facilitate business needs intake and documentation of those needs into technology governance & prioritization mechanisms.
Manage expectations and facilitate decision-making across executive and functional stakeholders.
Develop and maintain integrated program plans, including dependencies across other projects and external partners.
Lead program governance, including status reporting, milestone tracking, and executive updates.
Partner with IS leadership to ensure alignment with enterprise IT standards, security, and Quality/compliance requirements.
Lead Enterprise Systems scrum teams in delivery across ERP, PLM, CRM, manufacturing systems, and digital platforms.
Partner with technical teams to manage the delivery of API integrations, data migrations, and system interoperability.
Manage program budgets, forecasts, and resource plans across internal teams and external vendors.
Support business case development and ROI tracking for technology investments.
Proactively identify and manage risks related to project dependencies, scrum team delivery, and deployment readiness.
Lead issue resolution and escalation management across technical and business teams.
Govern scope changes, ensuring alignment with IS Governance priorities and architectural standards.
Lead matrixed teams including IT, Engineering, Manufacturing Systems, Quality, Regulatory, and external partners.
Facilitate collaboration across global sites and teams to support integrated system deployments.