Senior Program Manager

DTN; BLOOMINGTON (MN); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

DTN is seeking an experienced Senior Program Manager to establish its Program Management Office and lead strategic initiatives. This role involves partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of complex programs and implementing best practices within the PgMO. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, a proven track record in project management, and the ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership.

Benefits

Unlimited PTO

Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans

6% 401K matching

Access to over 13k courses for career advancement

Qualifications

• 5+ years of program/project management experience in large-scale initiatives.
• Hands-on experience with PPM tools like Wrike or Smartsheet.
• Ability to lead diverse teams toward shared goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of programs, tracking milestones and risks.
• Ensure project alignment across functions and resolve blockers.
• Develop program documentation and reporting dashboards.

Skills

Program Management

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

PPM tools

Job description

DTN is a global leader providing insights and analytics to our customers to feed, fuel, and protect the world. We help people make critical business decisions that impact the agriculture, oil and gas, trading, and weather industries.

It’s a difference you’ve likely felt without even knowing it. From the food on your plate to the gas in your car to the last flight you took, chances are a DTN customer made it possible. And that’s just for starters. That’s why we say, “When our customers prosper, we all win.”

J ob Description:

We’re seeking a seasoned Senior Program Manager to help establish DTN’s Program Management Office (PgMO) and lead delivery of strategic initiatives across our enterprise. This high-impact role will partner with business and product owners, project managers, and cross-functional teams to drive successful outcomes through effective planning, governance, and oversight.

You’ll be responsible for ensuring timely delivery of complex programs by coordinating workstreams, identifying and mitigating risks, and maintaining a clear view of progress across the program portfolio. This is a unique opportunity to shape PgMO best practices and deliver meaningful change across DTN.

What You Will Be Responsible For:

• Lead the planning and execution of outcome-driven programs, tracking milestones, risks, dependencies, capacity, and financials

• Ensure project alignment across functions by coordinating governance, managing interdependencies, and resolving blockers

• Develop and maintain program documentation, KPIs, and reporting dashboards to ensure transparency and accountability

• Drive effective change delivery by implementing scalable governance structures and supporting PgMO processes and standards

• Partner with business leaders to understand demand, align priorities, and ensure successful transitions to operations

• Engage with cross-functional teams, internal IT groups, and third-party vendors to ensure timely and quality delivery

• Provide regular updates and insights to executive sponsors and stakeholders, including the Business Owner and Senior Leadership Team

• Support resourcing decisions and team capacity planning within and across programs

What You Will Bring to the Role:

• 5+ years of program/project management experience, including large-scale, multi-vendor, and enterprise-level initiatives

• Proven success influencing and communicating with senior leadership and external partners

• Strong background in delivering change in fast-paced, dynamic environments

• Hands-on experience with PPM tools such as Wrike, Smartsheet, or similar

• Exceptional organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills

• Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and a results-oriented mindset

• Ability to lead, coach, and align diverse teams toward shared goals

What You Can Expect From DTN:

• Competitive Salary

• Unlimited PTO

• Flexible working hours

• Remote work model (position dependent)

• Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans

• 6% 401K matching

• Unlimited access to 13k+ courses via learning platform to support employee career advancement

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The targeted hiring base pay range for this position is between $78,750 and $105,000. DTN is a pay for performance organization, which means there is the opportunity to advance your compensation with performance over time. The actual base pay offered for this position will be dependent upon many factors, including but not limited to: prior work experience, training/education, transferable skills, business needs, internal equity and applicable laws. The targeted hiring base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for market competitive variable pay and benefits.

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Why DTN?

OUR VISION: To be the independent, trusted source of insights to our customers who feed, protect, and fuel the world.

OUR MISSION: Empower our customers with intelligent and actionable insights that exceed their expectations and enable their success on a daily basis.

OUR VALUES: Customer-Focused, Forward-Thinking, People-Centric, Solution-Oriented

We have great benefits at DTN – apply today to find out more!

At DTN, we are an equal opportunity employer. Come join us as we help feed, fuel, and protect the world!

** DTN is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled