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Program Manager

AT NetApp
NetApp

Program Manager

Research Triangle Park, NC

Job Summary

The CFO Organization Project Management Office (CFO Org PMO) is responsible for providing the project leadership, strategic consulting, and process predictability required to obtain the maximum business value from NetApp's portfolio of Finance, Security, and IT projects and programs. We manage the planning and execution of NetApp's highest priority programs and projects, organize and curate the master portfolio of work, and cultivate a high-performing culture through building trust and ownership. A fresh perspective and a willingness to dig into problem areas is both encouraged and expected. The CFO Org PMO organization is staffed with individuals with a huge array of leadership experience both inside and outside of the technology sector, all of which are glued together by a shared desire to take part in solving difficult problems.

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As a NetApp Project Manager you are part of a team of professionals who plan, perform and implement projects, programs and process improvement initiatives within the Information Technology space. As a subject matter expert, you will utilize your strong project and program management experience to positively contribute to the department's goals and vision. Strong communication skills, along with strong command over business processes are key to success in this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead projects related to Finance, Security, and IT Business systems and processes
• Plan, perform and implement process improvement initiatives
• Organize, lead and facilitate cross-functional project teams
• Determine project cost, resource requirement, and project timing based on scope and complexity of the project
• Develop metrics that provide data for process measurement, identifying indicators for future improvement opportunities
• Collect data to identify root cause of problems
• Measure performance against process requirements
• Align improvement to performance shortfalls
• Deliver presentations and training courses including measurement, analysis, improvement and control
• Survey and analyze best practices for techniques and processes
• Develop and create corporate communications plans to affected stakeholders
• Perform cost and benefit analyses

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of 5 years' experience with best practices in managing projects and programs with a significant organizational change management component
  • Experience managing infrastructure and software upgrades, and complex integrations to other applications
  • Strong communication skills and a willingness to speak up
  • The ability to work with limited oversight/control and the courage to make recommendations based on available evidence, understanding of the NetApp environment, and their own experience
  • Ability to work collaboratively cross functionally with staff and managers within and outside of PMO functions to meet aggressive goals and pre-defined measurement criteria
  • Strong analytical skills and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
  • Preferred experience in delivering projects using Agile/Scrum methodologies
  • Ability to act as mentor or facilitator

Education

Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in business or related field is preferred

Compensation
The base salary range for this position is [$108,000]-[$132,100] and will be determined by the candidate's location, qualifications, experience, and education. Final compensation packages are competitive and in line with industry standards, reflecting a variety of factors, and include a comprehensive benefits package. This may cover Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement or Pension Plans, Paid Time Off (PTO), various Leave options, Performance-Based Incentives, employee stock purchase plan, and/or restricted stocks (RSU's), with all offerings subject to regional variations and governed by local laws, regulations, and company policies. Benefits may vary by country and region, and further details will be provided as part of the recruitment process.

Job Segment: Corporate Communications, Program Manager, Project Manager, Business Process, Marketing, Management, Research, Technology

Client-provided location(s): Research Triangle Park, Durham, NC, USA; United States
Job ID: netapp-1217973100
Employment Type: Other