Program Manager - Remote

Overview

Connection Services has a fantastic opportunity for a Program Manager, working remotely. Excellent opportunity to work for a top VAR offering excellent benefits including 3 weeks paid PTO, tuition reimbursement, excellent benefits, etc. Under minimal supervision from the Sr. Mgr, LCS Proj. Mgmt, the Program Manager is responsible for working with the Connection sales subsidiaries to successfully deliver Services PMO programs. The Program Manager utilizes independent judgment, critical thinking skills and discretion while managing, controlling and directing the assigned program. The Program Manager is responsible for planning and governing the overall program. Responsibilities include: monitoring the progress, managing the program’s budget, risks and issues and taking corrective measurements, coordinating projects under the program and their interdependencies, managing and utilizing resources across projects, managing executive level communication, consolidated program reporting, and program documentation. The Program Manager may also assist clients and the sales team in planning, scoping, scheduling, and defining project requirements during the pre-sales phase. The Program Manager may also contribute to the development of the team by mentoring team members assigned to the program and being a change agent for process improvement within the PMO. The Program Manager also assists the PMO to create the program model and drive maturity. Travel may be required to facilitate / participate in customer meetings. Duties may be performed remotely or at a Connection office.

In Short

• Develops or oversees the development of relevant project artifacts to deliver contractual services.
• Utilizes internal resources across departments and third-party service providers.
• Proactively manages, controls and drives scope, budget, and schedule for the overall program.
• Coordinates projects and their interdependencies.
• Analyzes program risks and develops effective mitigation strategies.
• Acts as a primary point of contact for the program.
• Mentors team members.
• Works with Product Management and Business Development to create complex solution offerings.
• Establishes communication requirements and program governance.
• Completes consolidated program reporting.

Requirements

• Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio.
• Experience in program management methodology.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Excellent knowledge of budgeting and resource allocation.
• Customer oriented with ability to listen to and anticipate needs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with requirements gathering and data analysis.
• Adaptable with ability to switch tasks based on priorities.
• Creative with ability to develop original solutions.
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently.

Benefits

• 3 weeks paid PTO.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Excellent benefits package.