Program Manager IV, Impact Spending and Sustainability

Kaiser Permanente • Oakland, CA

346d • Remote

About The Position

The Sustainability Program Manager reports to the Director of Sustainability and coordinates Kaiser Permanente's sustainable procurement efforts to achieve emissions reduction and Net Zero commitments. This role involves developing and executing a supply chain emissions-reduction strategy, engaging suppliers to drive Scope 3 emissions reductions, and managing pilot projects. The manager will also develop project plans and tools to track progress, advise on sustainable procurement standards, and participate in cross-functional teams. Additionally, they will identify opportunities to improve sustainability performance and provide subject matter expertise.

Requirements

• Experience in program management, particularly in sustainability or procurement.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and strategic business goals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in vendor management and contract negotiations.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of sustainable procurement standards.
• Experience with emissions reduction strategies.
• Familiarity with Scope 3 emissions.

Responsibilities

• Manages medium-to-large scale programs or components with multiple workstreams and strategic business goals across departments, functions, or regions.
• Leads the work of program teams by coordinating and monitoring internal and/or external resources.
• Proactively monitors and identifies program risks, issues, and trigger events by developing mitigation plans and strategies.
• Monitors compliance of program activities by ensuring program plans and team members adhere to relevant policies and procedures.
• Ensures the alignment, buy-in, coordination, and support of diverse program stakeholders.
• Assists with reviews of vendor performance levels, ensures service level agreements are met, and assists with contract negotiations with vendors.
• Promotes learning in others by proactively providing and/or developing information, resources, advice, and expertise.
• Completes work assignments autonomously and supports business-specific projects by applying expertise in subject area and business knowledge.
• Collaborates cross-functionally and/or externally to achieve effective business decisions.
• Supports the development of work plans to meet business priorities and deadlines.
• Identifies, speaks up, and capitalizes on improvement opportunities across teams.
• Develops, analyzes, and manages increasingly complex program plans which include scope identification and management, schedule, inter-dependencies, and resource forecast.
• Manages and monitors program financials for medium-to-large-scale programs.
• Drives allocation of resources, establishes schedules, and task assignments to ensure established program management practices are in place.
• Requests and coordinates internal and/or external resources based on the alignment of team member skills and program demands.
• Communicates tough issues to stakeholders while maintaining an independent opinion.

What This Job Offers

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