Program Manager - Nashville, TN
About The Position
Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI), a subsidiary of McKesson, is hiring a Program Manager to lead enterprise-level strategic initiatives and programs. The role oversees complex initiatives involving several cross-functional teams and owns work from the initiation of a strategic objective through delivery of defined measures of success. Program Managers use advanced facilitation and analytical techniques to understand processes and business needs, guide teams in executing targeted objectives, support business leaders in managing change, and act as change agents during implementation. The position is hybrid in Nashville, Tennessee. Relocation and visa sponsorship are not available.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required.
- 3 to 5+ years of experience in program management.
- Knowledge and experience in research environments and healthcare processes.
- Experience leading enterprise-wide strategic initiatives with large change impact.
- Complex program and project management skills.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree preferred.
- Six Sigma Green Belt, Six Sigma Black Belt, or PMP certification preferred.
Responsibilities
- Establish and lead high-visibility, enterprise-wide, cross-functional strategic initiatives.
- Lead projects involving new product and service launches, application development, systems integration, operational efficiency improvements, process reengineering, and infrastructure upgrades and deployments.
- Oversee programs comprising related projects to deliver value.
- Define, plan, coordinate, and deliver assigned strategic initiatives as the single accountable party.
- Ensure initiatives have clearly articulated scope, measurable business benefits, and results delivered within agreed time, cost, and quality parameters.
- Develop communication plans and interfaces to execute project responsibilities.
- Lead continuous risk management by identifying and assessing risks and developing and managing mitigation measures.
- Represent projects in governance and interdepartmental forums.
- Serve as the point of contact for status updates across assigned areas of focus.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits supporting physical, mental, and financial well-being.
- Competitive compensation package.
- Annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
