Program Manager II – Purchasing Operations – Devices and Services

Program Manager II – Purchasing Operations – Devices and Services

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 2 years of experience in program or project management.
• Experience in procurement or purchasing management.
• Experience with procurement software or ERP software (i.e. SAP, Oracle, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver predictable program communication plans in collaboration with program stakeholders, including communications by stakeholder type.
• Determine phasing and metrics associated with program life-cycle that effectively address continuous improvement including Resource Stewardship (effective deployment of machine and people resources) in close collaboration with program stakeholders, including near and long-term objectives.
• Determine and collect data required to execute and govern programs effectively. Separately maintain project trackers and status reports. Identify and execute on program tasks including proactively managing dependencies.
• Execute change management requirements that are identified by program stakeholders.
• Build trusted relationships with program stakeholders, including managing expectations of program stakeholders and ensuring they have the insights they need to make effective decisions.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of experience managing cross-functional or cross-team projects.
• Experience working with external partners in manufacturing or supply chains.
• Experience in leadership and team management skills to co-ordinate across external and internal partners.
• Excellent communication skills.