Director, IT Program Management (NYC, Hybrid)

We understand that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and that’s why we’re inspired to make A Better World for Pets. Antech is comprised of a diverse team of individuals who are committed to each other’s growth and development. Our culture is centered on our guiding philosophy, The Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom. Today Antech is driving the future of pet health as part of Mars Science & Diagnostics, a family-owned company focused on veterinary care.

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This is a Hybrid role based out of our office in New York, New York. The Target Pay Range for this position is $172,000 - $215,000 annually. At Antech, pay decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, education, training and budget.

PURPOSE OF JOB: 

The IT Program Management team plays a pivotal role in driving the diagnostic technology roadmap and strategy while leading cross-functional project teams in the execution of all international integration efforts. This role requires a unique blend of technical expertise, business acumen, and strong leadership skills.

The IT Program Management Director oversees the program management function of IT to ensure that IT programs and projects meet business goals and requirements.  Develops and implements program and project management processes and policies, collaborates with project management staff, and collaborates with global level stakeholders to define, prioritize, and develop project resources, project teams and track, and execute on all deliverables and Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s). Projects must be delivered on time, within scope, and on budget. Extensive experience required in constructing a complete global program management office, operating in a matrix organizational leadership role, with highly proficient project management & leadership skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and implement the global IT PMO vision, strategy, and roadmap, and ensure projects are planned and executed in-line with a defined Program Management approach.

• Lead and execute all technical business plans and international integration related projects.

• Lead and mentor highly effective cross-functional international project teams across the organization, providing guidance, direction, and support throughout the project lifecycle.

• Develop and maintain global IT organization level project plans and reporting documentation as necessary to ensure timely communication and successful delivery of assigned projects.

• Develop and manages IT financial budget and plans associated with the global information technology organization, software systems, data, approved IT projects, and the resources needed to manage and support these.

• Collaborate with stakeholders, including executive leadership, R&D, commercial, and engineering, to shape the technology roadmap and ensure successful execution.

• Provide leadership in assuring appropriate tools are used to plan and control projects.

• Ensure deliverables meet required quality standards.

• Develop and maintain a communications plan and keep leaders and stakeholders apprised of project plans and related implications.

• Manage assigned resources as appropriate to the implementation of project related activities.

• Prepare and maintain project documentation, such as initiation, delivery plans, and budgets.

• Ensure that projects align with desired customer experience, architectural principles, scalability requirements, and security best practices.

• Ensure business benefits can be realized or that risks inhibiting realization are highlighted.

• Identification, acquisition, management, and coordination of internal and external service providers as necessary to meet project timescales.

• Provide support as necessary to global level business initiatives and change projects.

• Continue to foster a positive culture where the team enjoys and is challenged by what they do and who they work with, and have the necessary resources to be successful in their role(s)

• May be asked to participate in other initiatives, special projects and other d