Staff Program Manager
On-siteBengaluru, Karnataka, India
Job Summary
Lead, manage, and coordinate cross-functional programs from customer engagement through product delivery, launch, and closure. Manage multiple projects simultaneously with varying complexity, develop integrated program plans, and secure required resources. Serve as the primary communication link between the core team and stakeholders, presenting status updates and facilitating issue resolution. Drive risk identification, mitigation planning, and accountability to ensure successful execution within budget and quality expectations. Collaborate across R&D, product management, quality, regulatory, and supply chain teams to define scope, objectives, and timelines.
Required Qualifications
- Advanced Degree plus 6 years of experience in program or project management leading cross-functional technical initiatives
- Bachelor's Degree plus 8 years of experience in program or project management leading cross-functional technical initiatives
- Demonstrated experience successfully managing cross-functional programs and delivering business results
- Working knowledge of product development processes, stage-gate methodologies, and quality systems
- Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage stakeholders across multiple organizational levels
- Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment
- Strong organizational, planning, and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
- Ability to identify project risks, develop mitigation plans, and drive timely issue resolution
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while driving accountability and execution
- Strong attention to detail while maintaining awareness of overall program objectives and business priorities
- Experience with project management methodologies, tools, and best practices
- Proficiency with project management software and Microsoft Office Suite
- Basic financial management skills, including project budget tracking and resource planning
- Ability to adapt communication and leadership style based on project needs and stakeholder audience
Desired Qualifications
- Engineering, Life Sciences, Computer Science, Business, or related technical discipline
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
- Agile or SAFe certifications
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