(USA) Staff, Technology Operations

StartupNWA; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a skilled Project Manager to lead strategic programs and ensure effective delivery across multiple teams. This role involves managing project timelines, aligning cross-functional teams, and driving product development from ideation to launch. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management and a passion for creating inclusive digital experiences. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions will directly impact product outcomes and foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career while making a significant difference in the organization.

Benefits

Health benefits (medical, vision, dental)

401(k)

Stock purchase plan

Company-paid life insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Parental leave

Family care leave

Short-term and long-term disability

Company discounts

Education benefit program

Qualifications

• 4+ years in project/program management or 6+ years in related experience.
• Experience in leading cross-functional teams and managing product lifecycles.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic program delivery and manage project timelines and milestones.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure alignment with business objectives.

Skills

Project Management

Program Management

Agile Methodologies

Risk Management

Data-Driven Decision Making

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Change Management

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Related Field

Master's Degree in Computer Science or Related Field

Tools

Airtable

Jira

Job description

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

What You’ll Do:

• Drive programs across different pillars representing business areas through planning, execution, dependency mapping, and agile ways of working. Provide key strategic program support.
• Drive delivery and accountability through the Experience Team (Program, Product, Engineering, UX, Business) for committed outcomes.
• Manage detailed project plans, timelines, key milestones, and dependencies across the organization.
• Align multiple cross-functional working teams around the strategic, business, and technical requirements.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation plans to ensure strategic programs deliver expected results.
• Ensure business needs are met by evaluating the effectiveness of current plans, programs, and business outcomes.
• Lead and manage the end-to-end product lifecycle, from ideation to launch, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer needs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, IT, and customer service, to drive product development and delivery.
• Implement and oversee a unified process for planning, executing, and measuring product initiatives, leveraging tools like Airtable and Jira.
• Drive change management and standardization across product and technical teams to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Facilitate continuous planning and reporting to enable product managers to prioritize, connect, and execute their work more effectively.
• Utilize data-driven insights to inform product decisions and improve overall product performance.
• Ensure the successful adoption and integration of new tools and processes to streamline product operations.
• Lead special projects and initiatives to drive innovation and improve product outcomes.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.

At Sam's Club, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet!

• Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage
• Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance
• Paid time off benefits include PTO, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting.

You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.

For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.

Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. Live Better U is a company paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.

For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.

The annual salary range for this position is $90,000.00-$180,000.00. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

• Option 1: Bachelor's degree in computer science, management information systems, industrial engineering, engineering management, business, information systems, project/program management, information technology, finance, management, or related area and 4 years’ experience in project management, program management, program operations, or related area.
• Option 2: 6 years’ experience in project management, program management, program operations, or related area.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

• Master’s degree in computer science, management information systems, industrial engineering, engineering management, business, information systems, project/program management, information technology, finance, management, or related area and 3 years' experience in project management, program management, program operations, or related area.
• We value candidates with a background in creating inclusive digital experiences, demonstrating knowledge in implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and integrating digital accessibility seamlessly. The ideal candidate would have knowledge of accessibility best practices and join us as we continue to create accessible products and services following Walmart’s accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture.

Primary Location...

2101 Se Simple Savings Dr, Bentonville, AR 72712-4304, United States of America