Sr Program Manager - Data Center Vendor Management

Ll Oefentherapie; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 79,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in the United States seeks a Senior Program Manager for its Data Center Organization. The ideal candidate will have 6-8 years of experience in vendor and project management, with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage vendor relationships effectively. This role offers a competitive salary range of $79,100 to $158,200 annually, along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and retirement options.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) Savings Plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience in vendor and project management.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Experience with data center operations and low-voltage systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage vendor communication and coordination.
• Track vendor performance against KPIs.
• Collaborate with internal teams on project goals.

Skills

Vendor Management

Project Management

Communication Skills

Data Analysis

Problem-solving

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Master's degree

Tools

Performance Tracking Tools

Job description

United States

• Job Identification 309146
• Job Category Business practice and Operations
• Job Type Regular Employee
• Does this position require a security clearance? No
• Years 3 to 5+ years
• Additional Info Visa / work permit sponsorship is not available for this position
• Applicants are required to read, write, and speak the following languages English

Job Description

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) is seeking a dedicated Senior Program Manager to join our Data Center Organization's Low-Voltage Vendor Management team. This role is designed for a seasoned professional with extensive program management experience, who will contribute to the successful execution of our data center projects by effectively managing low-voltage vendor relationships and performance.

The Senior Program Manager will play a pivotal role in coordinating and overseeing vendor activities, ensuring that Oracle's data center builds are completed within schedule, budget, and quality expectations. This position demands strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to foster collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Vendor Management
  • Vendor Coordination and Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for low-voltage vendors, ensuring clear and consistent communication. Facilitate regular meetings, provide project updates, and address vendor queries promptly.
  • Contract Administration: Assist in reviewing and understanding vendor contracts, ensuring compliance with terms and conditions. Work closely with the legal and procurement teams as needed.
  • Site Coordination: Coordinate with on-site teams to understand specific low-voltage requirements and ensure vendor compliance with site standards and regulations.
  • Vendor Relationship Building: Cultivate positive and collaborative relationships with vendors, fostering a partnership approach to achieve mutual success.
• Program Management
  • Performance Tracking: Develop and maintain dashboards or reports to track vendor performance against agreed-upon KPIs. Identify areas for improvement and collaborate with vendors to enhance performance.
  • Resource Planning: Work with the project management team to forecast and allocate resources required for low-voltage installations, ensuring availability during critical project phases.
  • Documentation and Knowledge Sharing: Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including vendor-related information, and share best practices across the organization.
  • Issue Resolution: Identify and proactively address any issues or concerns related to low-voltage vendors, providing timely solutions to minimize project impact.
  • Risk Management: Assist in identifying and assessing risks associated with low-voltage vendors, contributing to the development of mitigation strategies.
  • Internal Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with various internal teams, including Construction Management, Design, and Operations, to align vendor activities with overall project goals.

Requirements

6-8 years of experience in a vendor management and project management role, with a proven track record of successful project delivery.

Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

Strong communication and interpersonal abilities, capable of building relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders.

Proficiency in data analysis and reporting, with experience using relevant tools for performance tracking.

Demonstrated problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.

Knowledge of data center operations and an understanding of low-voltage systems is preferred.

Experience in vendor management or procurement is highly desirable.

A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; a Master's degree is advantageous.

Project management certifications (e.g., PMP, CAPM, Primavera) are a plus.

Qualifications

Disclaimer: Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates.

Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only

US: Hiring Range in USD from: $79,100 to $158,200 per annum. May be eligible for bonus and equity.

Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle’s differing products, industries and lines of business. Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity.

Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion
• Short term disability and long term disability
• Life insurance and AD&D
• Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
• Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits
• 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match
• Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.
• 11 paid holidays
• Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.
• Paid parental leave
• Adoption assistance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Financial planning and group legal
• Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance

The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted.

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