IT Data Program Manager

Responsible for the IT Project and Program management of all of the Data related projects for the organization.  This role will support a number of strategic initiatives and the candidate will need the ability to work with all of those other project managers to deliver the data and data warehouse pieces. Timing of delivery and understanding of the dependencies is critical.  This role includes mapping out the data portfolio of projects that will add subjects to our Teradata data warehouse and well as working on the reporting and analytic deliverables in various technologies.  Leading and Managing the programs and projects that will add subjects into the data warehouse.  Likewise, leading and managing project that result in improving our reporting and analytics capabilities.  This includes standard  program and project management including scope, risk, issue, budget and time-line management.  Additionally, managing all of the dependencies with other projects for the data consumption.   
Also includes working with third party providers to identify and deliver system services and solutions, as needed.  Works with various business partners to assure systems are operating per business requirements.   Responsibilities may include proposal development, contract negotiation and contract compliance. Program managers ensure master plans and schedules are followed, developing solutions to program or project challenges, directing others for successful completion of project on time and on budget, and reporting to senior management progress, issues and risks.  Understand how to setup an run a Steering Committee and assist with the setup of Data Governance for the organization.
Individuals in this role must understand how to deliver projects in a structured manner and have great organizational, communication, financial, team building and relationship management skills.

• More than ten years of related experience required

• Experience in at least one of the following disciplines: Finance, Retail, Wholesale, Supply Chain, Logistics,  Marketing, Merchandising Corporate systems such as Human Resources/ Legal, or analytics

• Strong project management skills/experience required

• Possesses expert knowledge of project management tools, Microsoft Project

• Demonstrated ability in leading complex projects

• PMP Certification desired

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced organization without lots of standard processes in place

Minimum Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

• Fantastic Benefits and Compensation Program
• Excellent Business Intelligence toolset for sales planning
• Excellent working environment
• Cross functional sales opportunities
• $125,000-$150,000 realistic first year compensation
• $200,000+ compensation after 2 years
• Quarterly sales contests.
• Monthly activity bonuses