Program Manager, IS

Education Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree Related Field required

Work Experience
A minimum of 10 years' progressive experience in a related field

Other Work Experience
A minimum of ten years' Project/Program Management experience
A minimum of three years' prior sales/business development experience is preferred


Travel Requirements
None

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Project Management training in at least two (2) Technology Areas related to the program are preferred.
Excellent understanding of financial processes.
Able to create proformas, track project metrics, forecast future trends and manage change.
Excellent understanding of the contract process.
Able to manage contract modifications, control the impact to a program, and take the lead for negotiations on contract scope, cost and schedule.
Proven ability to work with the C-suite of any organization that is driven by information and technology.
Good understanding of Supply Chain processes.
Ability to work independently and aggressively track to project timelines.
Strong team skills.
Strong communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation).
Possesses business acumen and the ability to effectively articulate program-level communications.


Licenses and Certifications
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification through Project Management Institute (PMI) required


Preferred Locations: MA, GA, MO, CA, OR and potentially others

 

 

Qualifications

Program Manager, IS

 

Fueled by creativity and ideation, World Wide Technology strives to accelerate our growth and nurture future innovation. From our world class culture, to our generous benefits, to developing cutting edge technology solutions, WWT constantly works towards its mission of creating a profitable growth company that is a great place to work. We encourage our employees to embrace collaboration, get creative and think outside the box when it comes to delivering some of the most advanced technology solutions for our customers.

At a glance, WWT was founded in 1990 in St. Louis, Missouri. We employ over 8,000 individuals and closed nearly $14 Billion in revenue. We have an inclusive culture and believe our core values are the key to company and employee success. WWT is proud to announce that it has been named on the FORTUNE "100 Best Places to Work For®" list for the 11th consecutive year!

A Brief Overview
Program Managers oversee the operational aspects of an on-going program and are responsible for leading, organizing, budgeting, and managing staff.

Job Responsibilities

• Plans and implements programs which are comprised of multiple dependent work streams (sub-projects).
• Overall responsibility for the Program P&L to ensure good financial performance
• Responsible for determining and coordinating the sharing of resources among their constituent projects to the overall benefit of the program. Monitor and report on project progress to stakeholders.
• Monitors and reports on risks, issues and situations that are impeding Program progress. Take a proactive approach in addressing issues to avoid escalation
• Ensures customer satisfaction and SLA's are met
• Ongoing continuous improvement in program value to customer and financial performance
• Maintains communication with suppliers as appropriate in support of the program
• Incremental business development that extends the program and/or identifies new business opportunities with the customer
• Manages schedule, scope and milestone performance of the program
• Manages the day-to-day program/projects as needed to grow the business
• Manages major issue resolution and risk mitigation
• Manages WWT cross functional issues. Ensure all functions within WWT are performing to program expectations