Program Manager, SPO

SharkNinja•Needham, MA

10d

About The Position

This position will report to the Program Manager, Strategic Planning Operations (SPO), and serves as a key contributor to the team responsible for driving and supporting the monthly forecasting cycle. This team enables the sales team to own the attainment and accuracy of their sales forecast in an efficient manner, the supply team to bring in the appropriate inventory, and the business to appropriately bridge the financial forecast.

Requirements

Proven experience of 5-7 years in program management, change management, or process implementation in a regional or global context
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders. Must be comfortable with public speaking and communicating with SVP and C-Level audiences.
Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities. Exceptional detail management required. Experience in capturing and synthesizing feedback to drive continuous improvement
Strategic, creative, and innovative thinking skills with the ability to anticipate future needs and opportunities for expansion
Familiar with operational models and cross-regional or global program delivery

Nice To Haves

Sales, account management, and startup experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Drive implementation of the Global Planning Operating Model across North America, Latin America, the UK, and Europe, enabling consistent attainment and accuracy to financial forecast, zero products on allocation, and no incremental E&O inventory
Act as a key point of contact for regional stakeholders, ensuring clarity, alignment, and engagement throughout the rollout process
Identify and proactively address barriers to successful implementation by working collaboratively with relevant stakeholders
Enable the execution of the Operating Model through their team (agenda, notes, calendar, key takeaways/actions, and follow ups)
Gather, consolidate, and analyze feedback from stakeholders (both positive and constructive) and share it with Planning team to inform potential revisions or clarifications to the Operating Model
Serve as a trusted advisor to stakeholders on prioritizing implementation tasks and phasing the rollout for maximum effectiveness
Facilitate regular communication and updates to stakeholders, fostering trust and alignment
Identify and disseminate best practices and key learnings across North America, Latin America, the UK, and European regions to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the Operating Model rollout
Collaborate with other regional teams to share insights and foster a culture of continuous improvement
Facilitate monthly group learning sessions to bring stakeholders together, share ideas, process improvements, and foster collaboration across cross-functional teams.
Act as a thought leader to drive innovative approaches for implementing the Operating Model and overcoming challenges
Provide strategic input on other cross-region, cross-category initiatives
Partner with Global Planning organization to complete weekly and monthly deliverables; rolling out additional initiatives as they arise