Strategic PMO Lead, K-12 Sales Transformation

CDW; United States; Remote; USD 111,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

CDW is seeking a Program Manager to drive K-12 transformation and strategic initiatives, partnering with Education and Sales leadership to translate strategies into executable programs.

Responsibilities include governance, cross-functional coordination, and executive-level reporting to ensure initiatives deliver desired outcomes across Education and Higher Education segments.

Experience translating strategy into execution and strong stakeholder management are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 7 years total program management, sales operations or PMO experience.
• Strong program management, PMO, sales operations, or strategic initiatives.
• Ability to work effectively with senior sales leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Proven ability to translate strategy into execution across multiple teams.
• Experience developing executive presentations, status reporting, and business recommendations.
• Strong communication, organization, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, project management tools, and reporting platforms.

Responsibilities

• Drive program management for K-12 transformation and go-to-market initiatives.
• Lead executive planning cadences for K-12 leadership, including priorities, timelines, and readiness for key business moments.
• Partner with K-12 sales leadership on planning and integration of programs into sales motions and coverage models.
• Continuously evaluate and evolve K-12 programs based on business needs and performance insights.
• Strategic Initiatives & Program Management—Lead cross-functional strategic initiatives in partnership with enterprise teams and company leadership.
• Translate company-wide and segment strategies into executable programs for Education and K-12.
• Provide program governance, structure, timelines, and accountability across initiatives.
• Track progress, identify risks, and drive resolution to ensure initiatives deliver intended outcomes.
• Standardize and scale successful programs across Education (K-12 and Higher Education) where applicable, in partnership with the Higher Education PMO.
• K-12 VP Alignment & Support—Partner closely with the K-12 Vice President to support strategy development and execution.
• Help operationalize K-12 priorities through programs, playbooks, and structured initiatives.
• Provide ongoing coordination, communication, and execution support for key VP-led initiatives.
• Serve as a strategic thought partner, bringing execution-focused insights and recommendations.
• Cross-Functional Leadership & Reporting—Build and maintain partnerships across PMO, Sales, Strategy, Enablement, Operations, Finance, and other internal teams.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and executive reporting that provide visibility into program status, milestones, and outcomes.
• Provide clear communication and stakeholder updates; facilitate timely decision-making and escalation.
• Promote disciplined execution, accountability, and continuous improvement across owned programs.

Skills

Strong communication

Organization

Analytical

Stakeholder management

Influence without authority

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 7 years PMO experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management tools

Reporting platforms

Job description

CDW is seeking a Program Manager to drive K-12 transformation and strategic initiatives, partnering with Education and Sales leadership to translate strategies into executable programs.

Responsibilities include governance, cross-functional coordination, and executive-level reporting to ensure initiatives deliver desired outcomes across Education and Higher Education segments.

Experience translating strategy into execution and strong stakeholder management are essential for success in this role.