Program Manager - Agile

Sapsf; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Sapsf in the United States seeks a program manager to develop and maintain program management plans, drive agile delivery, and lead cross-functional teams to milestones.

The role emphasizes risk mitigation, KPI tracking, and aligning program objectives with business goals, requiring strong communication and leadership.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of program management methodologies and tools.
• Experience with agile methodologies, particularly Scrum and Kanban.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams to achieve program objectives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain program management plans, including scope, schedule, budget, quality, and communication plans.
• Implement agile methodology to drive iterative development, continuous improvement, and effective resource utilization.
• Lead and facilitate cross functional teams to achieve program goals and milestones.
• Identify and mitigate program risks and issues proactively to ensure successful program delivery.
• Track and report on program progress, including KPIs and success metrics.
• Foster a collaborative and transparent working environment to promote communication and problem-solving.
• Ensure alignment between program objectives and business goals to deliver value to stakeholders.

Skills

Program management

Agile Scrum Kanban

Stakeholder comms

Cross-functional leadership

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Program delivery

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Develop and maintain program management plans, including scope, schedule, budget, quality, and communication plans.
• 2. Implement agile methodology to drive iterative development, continuous improvement, and effective resource utilization.
• 3. Lead and facilitate cross functional teams to achieve program goals and milestones.
• 4. Identify and mitigate program risks and issues proactively to ensure successful program delivery.
• 5. Track and report on program progress, including key performance indicators and success metrics.
• 6. Foster a collaborative and transparent working environment to promote effective communication and problem-solving.
• 7. Ensure alignment between program objectives and business goals to deliver value to stakeholders.

Skill Requirements

• 1. Strong proficiency in program management methodologies and tools.
• 2. In-depth knowledge and experience in agile methodologies, particularly scrum and kanban.
• 3. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels.
• 4. Strong leadership abilities to inspire and motivate cross functional teams towards achieving program objectives.
• 5. Exceptional problem-solving skills to address challenges and drive innovative solutions.
• 6. Ability to adapt to changing priorities and navigate complex organizational structures.
• 7. Proven track record of successfully managing programs from initiation to closure.

Other Requirements

• 1.PMP (Project Management Professional) certification and Agile certifications (e.g., CSM, PMIACP) are preferred.