Senior Program Manager

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Are you interested in joining a fast-paced team that provides you with the opportunity to travel and network across the business as you build your career? An exciting position has opened with the GSC Digital Transformation team as we continue to transform and simplify the organization across North America.

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Program Manager to lead our ERP deployment projects. This role will involve managing the end-to-end implementation of ERP systems, ensuring alignment with business objectives and enhancing operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in ERP solutions, project management, and cross-functional collaboration.

This position requires travel up to 25%

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate closely with the Regional ERP Deployment Leader on strategy, resources, project schedule, etc.
• Prepare the plan for execution and delivery of ERP deployment projects, ensuring they meet scope, timeline, and budget requirements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across various departments (finance, HR, Supply Chain, Deployment, Plants, etc.) to gather requirements and ensure the ERP system meets organizational needs.
• Develop detailed project plans, including milestones, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.
• Facilitate workshops and meetings to drive consensus and gather input from stakeholders throughout the deployment process.
• Monitor project progress, address issues and make adjustments as necessary to keep projects on track.
• Ensure comprehensive training and change management strategies are in place to support users during and after the deployment.
• Prepare and present project updates and reports to executive leadership and stakeholders.
• Foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement within project teams.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• 7+ years of experience in program or project management, with a focus on ERP implementations.
• Strong understanding of ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and best practices in deployment.
• Proven experience in managing cross-functional teams and projects.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, etc.) and methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).

We know skills and competencies show up in many ways and can be based on your life experience. If you do not necessarily meet all the requirements that are listed, we still encourage you to apply for the position.

Benefits

Schneider Electric offers a robust benefits package to support our employees such as flexible work arrangements, paid family leave, 401(k)+ match, and more.

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