Full-Time Senior Program Manager
NielsenIQ is hiring a remote Full-Time Senior Program Manager. The career level for this job opening is Senior Manager and is accepting India based applicants remotely. Read complete job description before applying.
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We are seeking a results-driven Senior Program Manager to lead strategic, cross-functional initiatives within our Tech-Driven and Cost-Out portfolio. This role will be instrumental in managing high-impact programs focused on technology enablement, operational efficiencies, and cost reduction.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end delivery of a portfolio of initiatives that drive technology modernization and cost efficiency across the organization.
- Partner with business, technology, and finance stakeholders to ensure programs align with enterprise strategy and financial goals.
- Define program scope, timelines, and success metrics; manage integrated plans, interdependencies, and risks.
- Provide transparent updates to senior leadership and steering committees; ensure adherence to PMO standards.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams including product managers, engineers, analysts, and vendors; influence without direct authority.
- Apply Agile/Scaled Agile (SAFe) principles where applicable to accelerate delivery and value realization.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- 10+ years of program/project management experience, with at least 5 years in managing complex, enterprise-wide initiatives.
- Proven success managing technology and/or cost transformation programs.
- Strong financial acumen, with experience in managing CapEx and OpEx budgets.
- Expertise in Agile methodologies and tools (e.g., Jira, Miro, Confluence); SAFe certification is a plus.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and executive reporting skills.
Preferred Attributes
- Experience in a global matrixed organization.
- Familiarity with cloud migration, enterprise system modernization, or IT cost optimization.
- Passion for continuous improvement, problem-solving, and driving results.