Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Program Management to lead and oversee critical digital transformation projects for our B2B retail client. This role is contract-based and requires full-time onsite presence. The ideal candidate will bring a proven track record of managing large-scale, complex digital initiatives, coupled with exceptional leadership and stakeholder management skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program Leadership:
• Lead end-to-end program management for multiple digital transformation initiatives, ensuring alignment with the client’s strategic goals and business objectives.
• Define program scope, deliverables, timelines, and success metrics in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Strategic Planning & Execution:
• Develop comprehensive project roadmaps, identify interdependencies, and proactively address risks and challenges.
• Drive execution excellence, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Stakeholder Management:
• Act as the primary liaison between cross-functional teams, including IT, product, marketing, and operations.
• Present regular updates to executive leadership, ensuring clear communication of program progress, risks, and opportunities.
• Team Leadership:
• Provide direction and mentorship to project teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.
• Partner with internal and external resources to align priorities and ensure resource availability.
• Change Management:
• Lead organizational change management efforts to support the adoption of digital solutions.
• Develop and execute communication plans to ensure stakeholder buy-in and alignment.
• Performance Monitoring:
• Establish KPIs and dashboards to monitor program performance and deliver actionable insights.
• Implement continuous improvement processes to optimize program outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, technology, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• 10+ years of program management experience, with a focus on digital transformation within B2B retail or a similar industry.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing large-scale programs with multiple workstreams and stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, hybrid models).
• Proven ability to manage budgets, timelines, and resources effectively.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Jira, MS Project, Smartsheet) and data visualization platforms (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• PMP, PgMP, or SAFe certification is a plus.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving.
• Ability to navigate and influence within a matrixed organization.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of the B2B retail landscape.
• Adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Results-oriented with a focus on delivering measurable business outcomes.

Contract Details:

• Full-time, onsite position.
• Competitive hourly/daily rate, commensurate with experience.
• Potential for contract extension based on performance and business needs.