Program Manager, Cloud & SaaS Innovation

Shakopee, MN, United States (Hybrid) Job Description If you are a highly technical and strategic Project or Program Manager seeking a global challenge, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you. Based in Shakopee, MN, this role drives accountability for transformational initiatives within Emerson’s measurement, flow, and analytical instrumentation portfolio as part of the Cross Portfolio Technology and Innovation team. You will collaborate across product companies and industry teams to integrate emerging technologies into strategic roadmaps. This position requires a leader with proven program management results, such as delivering new products, cross-business collaboration, or team formation to deliver enterprise-scale impact. Your primary focus will be orchestrating program activities for a product-focused cloud solution. In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be: Execute Transformative Programs: Own end-to-end program management for transformative, cross-portfolio product initiatives. Manage risk, schedule, and budget to ensure on-time, high quality delivery of business objectives. Champion Agile Practices: Implement and optimize Agile processes and tools to accelerate development, improve accountability, and foster collaboration across global teams. Drive Program Governance: Define and run forums for decision making, clarify roles and responsibilities for the program team, and ensure timely decisions and escalation. Influence & Align Stakeholders: Engage senior leadership and cross-functional teams to secure buy-in, manage complexity, and embed change into organizational culture. Foster Cross-Business Collaboration: Build strong networks across multiple business groups to leverage synergies and accelerate adoption of innovative solutions. Develop the Organizational Plan: Identify critical roles and competencies and define capability gaps required to advance program objectives and to support emerging technologies. Promote Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline processes, enhance team performance, and drive operational excellence across global programs. Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. Who You Are: You make decisions and take actions without the total picture. You take a proactive approach to shape and influence stakeholder expectations. You encourage diverse thinking to promote and nurture innovation. You articulate credible pictures and visions of possibilities that will create sustainable value. For This Role, You Will Need: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, or other Technical Discipline. Minimum of six (6) years of related experience. Expertise in project management methodologies (Agile, Stage-Gate, etc.). Strong computer proficiency, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Exceptional leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills. Legal authorization to work in the United States – Sponsorship will not be provided. Ability to travel up to 15%, including internationally. Willingness to meet with global team members on off hours (2-4x per month). Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart: MBA or advanced degree. Eight or more (8+) years of related experience. PMP Certification or similar. Certified Scrum Master or similar. Software-focused product background, especially SaaS. Experience with Azure DevOps, Jira, or other Agile tools. Working with international teams. Our Culture & Commitment to You: We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and know that to do your best you must have flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, profit sharing retirement, tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave. At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers. Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to-end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training. Our compensation philosophy is simple: we pay a competitive base salary, within the local market in which we operate, and reward performance during our annual merit review process. The salary range for this role is $105,000-$150,000 annually, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities, and experience each candidate brings to a role. At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration. We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor. At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together. Work Authorization Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. Equal Opportunity Employer Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. Accessibility Assistance or Accommodation Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability. With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety. We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go! No calls or agencies please. Job Info Job Identification 26007439 Job Function Project Management Posting Date 07/02/2026, 05:35 PM Job Schedule Full time Locations 6021 Innovation Boulevard, Shakopee, MN, 55379, US (Hybrid) #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Shakopee, MN