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The Role:

As the Sr. Program Manager, you will provide hands-on leadership, actively working alongside a team of Project Managers to drive customer-facing programs that span both hardware and software solutions within our pharmacy automation fulfillment initiatives. This role requires a collaborative, "roll up your sleeves" leader who is immersed in the day-to-day executionworking directly with the team to organize, direct, and manage activities across multiple programs. You will lead programs of varying sizes and complexity, often involving 50+ team members, from inception through completion. Your responsibilities will include developing strategies, establishing project schedules, defining deliverables, and ensuring thorough documentation to support concurrent, high-impact programs. Additionally, you will identify the required expertise for each program and work closely with project teams, fostering alignment with both external and internal stakeholders, including Engineering, Software Development, and Product teams, to ensure successful outcomes.

What youll do:

• Lead Programs Through Hands-On Involvement: Actively manage various hardware and software programs from inception to completion, fully engaging in each phase to ensure successful outcomes.
• Hands-On Team Support: Roll up your sleeves to support a team of Project Managers by working alongside themcreating project schedules, assigning actionable tasks, and providing direct guidance to ensure each step is executed effectively.
• Drive Strategic Initiatives Through Active Involvement: Define strategies and initiate programs that drive iAs growth. Actively implement these initiatives, ensuring they are impactful and aligned with organizational goals.
• Proactively Resolve Technical Challenges: Directly tackle technical issues as they arise, applying your expertise to swiftly resolve challenges and ensure smooth program progression.
• Translate Business and Technical Needs: Identify technical impacts on the organization, bridging business requirements with actionable program adjustments in real-time.
• Engage with Executives and Clients: Participate in executive meetings to provide updates and insights on program progress, sharing information with external clients, management, and key stakeholders.
• Ensure Timely and Cost-Effective Delivery: Actively monitor project schedules and budgets, intervening as needed to keep everything on track and applying cost-saving measures without sacrificing quality.
• Manage Budgets: Oversee project-specific budgets, managing financials based on program requirements to optimize resource allocation.

Who you are:

Bachelors Degree or Equivalent Experience: A Bachelors degree in a relevant field (e.g., Engineering, Business, or similar), or equivalent practical experience.

Extensive Project and Program Management Experience: At least 12 years of project management experience, with a proven track record of successfully leading complex projects. A minimum of one year in program management, ideally overseeing both hardware and software programs.

PMP Certification (or Willingness to Obtain): PMP certified, or a commitment to obtain PMP certification within one year of joining the position. This certification reflects a deep understanding of project management best practices and methodologies.

Proven Ability to Work Independently and Collaboratively: Comfortable working autonomously while also thriving in team environments, leveraging group feedback to refine strategies and make informed decisions.