Program Manager, Integrated Operations PMO

Pure Storage • Santa Clara, CA

444d • $127,000 - $191,000

About The Position

The Program Manager, Integrated Operations at Pure Storage will play a crucial role in managing and facilitating the lifecycle of interrelated projects within a program. This position is responsible for ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within scope, while also overseeing project budgets and resource allocation. The role requires strong leadership and communication skills to collaborate with various teams and stakeholders, driving project management governance and processes to support cross-functional initiatives.

Requirements

• 8+ years of program management experience leading cross-functional, transformational projects/programs.
• Project Management certification(s) preferred (PMP, PgMP, PMI-ACP, Scrum Master, etc.).
• Lean Six Sigma experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in program and project management methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, etc.).
• Strong business acumen and decision-making skills.
• Understanding of technology-dependent project implementation is a plus.
• Proficient technical understanding of standard storage industry terminology.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, organizational, communication, and facilitation skills.
• Proficient in slide deck preparation and presentation skills (Google Slides).
• Results-driven with strong tactical skills and a focus on execution.
• Ability to effectively communicate with senior management.
• Ability to balance multiple program timelines and resources.
• Ability to influence and make project decisions without authority.
• Advanced in SmartSheets (or equivalent project management tools) to manage program plans, dashboards, and track metrics.
• Highly analytical, fact-driven, and process-oriented.
• Collaborative team player with a can-do attitude.
• High attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in technology-dependent project implementation.
• Familiarity with storage industry terminology.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the end-to-end lifecycle of interrelated projects within a program, ensuring timely and within-scope delivery.
• Define project objectives, scope, and resource requirements; establish timelines and milestones using Gantt charts.
• Manage dependencies and minimize risks; identify and assist in the resolution of conflicts within and between projects.
• Oversee project budgets and resource allocation; develop methods to monitor project progress.
• Build, drive, and enforce project management governance, processes, project plans, and schedules for cross-functional projects.
• Manage and lead multiple projects within a program simultaneously.
• Communicate project updates to team members, stakeholders, and C-level executives.
• Research, analyze, and recommend solutions and best practices, challenging the status quo when necessary.
• Work with business stakeholders to identify objectives, KPIs, and key metrics of success for projects.
• Review and analyze business requirement documents and clarify business outcomes with IT's solutioning plans.
• Manage scope creep, dependencies, change management, and interventions to achieve project goals.
• Conduct debriefs at the end of each project or program launch and incorporate feedback into lessons learned.

Benefits

• Flexible time off
• Wellness resources
• Company-sponsored team events
• Incentive pay and/or equity opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees