Strategic Program Manager

The Strategic Program Manager will work closely with executive and senior leadership to ensure value realization of strategic enterprise initiatives. Enterprise initiatives encompass cross-functional programs that deliver business capabilities which drive competitive advantage, and frequently have lifecycles that span multiple years.This is an on-site position located in Springfield, MO. Remote work is not an option for this role. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSLead the delivery of portfolio programs from concept to completion through collaboration to identify, justify, prioritize and deliver high value features and capabilities that drive business results.Develop business cases, financial impact analysis, and resource analysis.Plan, monitor, report and manage risk, resource allocation, budget tracking, and value delivery metrics.Develop a shared understanding with leadership of program goals, outcomes, timeframes, effort, and risk.Apply strong facilitation and negotiation skills to resolve conflicts and accomplish desired goals. Frame information and decisions to enable management and leadership to clearly understand decision milestones, recommendations, and options.Develop strong relationships with business, operational and IT leaders.Assist with the supervision and development of project managers including performance management, goal setting, hiring, evaluations and disciplinary actions.Demonstrate ownership and shared responsibility of program outcomes in partnership with all stakeholders.Leverage reporting and escalation mechanisms to hold managers and directors accountable to deliver projects, activities, and key milestones required to achieve desired outcomes.Perform all other duties as assigned.SKILLS/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCERequired:Bachelor’s degree (equivalent work experience considered in lieu of degree)5+ years program and project management experienceExperience managing a collection of interdependent projects as a program, delivering desired outcome(s)Proven experience with project management techniques, processes, and PPM toolsAbility to apply sound decision making and problem solving with flexibility, agility and creativityAbility to demonstrate a sense of urgency and drive resultsAdvanced interpersonal, collaboration, and negotiation skillsAbility to communicate clearly, efficiently, and effectively within all levels of the organizationDesired:Master’s degree ERP implementation experience or similar large project experiencePMP, PgMP, Agile and SAFe certificationsO’Reilly Auto Parts has a proven track record of growth and stability. O’Reilly is full of successful career stories and believes in a strong promote-from-within philosophy, encouraging you to grow your career along with the organization. Total Compensation Package:Competitive Wages & Paid Time OffStock Purchase Plan & 401k with Employer Contributions Starting Day OneMedical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA)Team Member Health/Wellbeing ProgramsTuition Educational Assistance ProgramsOpportunities for Career GrowthO’Reilly Auto Parts is an equal opportunity employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin or ancestry (including immigration status or citizenship), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions,) age (40 and over), veteran status, uniformed service member status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing or characteristics) or another protected status as defined by local, state, or federal law, as applicable.Qualified individuals with a disability may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or employment process, please send an email to: View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io option , and provide your requested accommodation, and position details. Job SummaryJob number: R191804Profession: Information Technology