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Strategic Program Manager

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 20 Mar 2025

💰 $158,250/yr($104,800/yr – $158,250/yr)

About the role

Description -

Position Overview:

We are seeking a talented and Strategic Program Manager to join our Supply Chain Planning team. As a Strategic Program Manager, you will play a critical role in identifying and acting on opportunities to enhance inventory efficiency, drive financial performance, and improved Cash Conversion Cycle. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and senior leadership to optimize inventory management, develop actionable insights, and improve the Company’s financial performance, while effectively communicating the business value of your initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Program Management:
- Lead initiatives related to inventory planning, ensuring timely execution and alignment with strategic goals.
- Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation, to ensure successful program execution.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
- Monitor program progress against objectives, utilizing metrics and KPIs to assess performance and make data-driven decisions
Communication and Reporting:
- Create and present compelling narratives and updates in PowerPoint deck and dashboard (Power BI) for executive presentations.
- Prepare and present regular program updates and status reports to executive leadership and stakeholders.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive actionable outcomes.
Inventory Optimization:
- Assess and recommend strategies for optimizing inventory levels to meet maintain service level targets, while balancing inventory levels and cost.
- Work collaboratively across all function to implement inventory optimization strategies.
- Conduct scenario analyses to support end to end decision-making processes.
Forecasting and Financial Modeling:
- Develop and maintain financial models to analyze inventory performance and trends.
- Utilize data-driven insights to drive operational initiatives tying to our financial targets.
- Continuously monitor and refine models to ensure reliability and relevance.
- Make financial assessments on operational decisions to ensure alignment with the Company’s targets.

Qualifications:

Four-year or Graduate Degree in Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations management, Business Administration, or any other related discipline or commensurate work experience or demonstrated competence. Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, Finance, Accounting, Data Science, Data Analytics, or a related field; Master’s degree or relevant certifications preferred.
Typically has 10+ years of work experience, preferably in supply chain, operations, or a related field. Experience in inventory planning, financial analysis (FP&A), data analytics, data science, or a similar role, with a strong focus on data-driven decision-making that tie into a financial plan.
Proficiency in data analysis tools and software, including Excel and data visualization platforms such as Power BI.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights and strategic recommendations.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of conveying technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Proven track record of driving strategic initiatives and delivering measurable business results.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.

The base pay range for this role is $104,800.00 to $158,250.00 annually with additional opportunities for pay in the form of bonus and/or equity (applies to US candidates only). Pay varies by work location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Benefits, HP offers a comprehensive benefits package for this position, including: