Program Manager

Compunnel, Inc.; New Jersey; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in technology solutions is seeking a Program Manager to oversee a large M&A initiative. This role requires extensive experience in program governance, financial management, and cross-functional project leadership. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years in IT, including experience with Scaled Agile methodologies and managing large-scale programs. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for ensuring program success. This position is based in New Jersey and offers significant responsibilities within a strategic framework.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in IT.
• 10+ years of program management and project execution experience.
• 5+ years of Scaled Agile experience.
• 5+ years managing Customer and Commercial applications.
• 2+ years managing large M&A programs.
• 3+ years overseeing budgets for large M&A initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and program-manage a large, strategic M&A initiative.
• Lead multiple cross-functional project teams for program delivery.
• Manage SIT and UAT schedules and align them.
• Develop detailed project execution plans with stakeholders.
• Oversee program financials including budgeting and forecasting.
• Monitor project performance and track changes.
• Manage risks and issues throughout the program lifecycle.

Skills

Leadership

Program governance

Financial management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Tools

SAP

Job description

The Program Manager will oversee a large, strategic M&A initiative and manage end-to-end delivery across multiple cross-functional project teams.

This role requires strong leadership in program governance, financial management, planning, execution, and risk mitigation.

The Program Manager will ensure program alignment, lead communication strategies, drive cutover activities, and partner with business and technology stakeholders to deliver successful outcomes across the M&A program.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and program-manage a large, strategic M&A initiative.
• Lead multiple cross-functional project teams to ensure end-to-end program delivery.
• Manage SIT and UAT schedules across domains and ensure timely alignment.
• Develop detailed project execution plans and schedules in collaboration with key stakeholders.
• Oversee program financials including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Monitor project performance, track changes, and address issues proactively.
• Manage risks, issues, decisions, and assumptions throughout the program lifecycle.
• Establish and maintain a structured communication plan and cadence for the program.
• Coordinate with diverse functional and business teams to ensure alignment with program objectives.
• Manage resource onboarding, offboarding, and allocation across project teams.
• Prepare toll-gate schedules and provide regular status updates.
• Lead M&A separation cutover activities and drive the overall communication strategy.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in IT.
• 10+ years of program management and project execution experience.
• 5+ years of Scaled Agile experience.
• 5+ years of experience managing Customer and Commercial applications.
• 2+ years of experience managing large M&A programs.
• 3+ years of experience overseeing budgets and financials for large M&A initiatives.
• SAP experience.
• Strong domain expertise in Commerce, Pricing, Sales, and Service.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving abilities and analytical/critical thinking skills.
• Experience managing stakeholders and cross-functional project teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey complex concepts clearly to technical and non‑technical audiences.