Senior Program Manager

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere. Apply today!Job Details Position Summary:The Senior Program Manager is responsible for leading a major workstream within a large, complex enterprise-wide transformation program. Reporting to the Sr. Director/Program Lead, this role is accountable for the day-to-day leadership, planning, coordination, execution oversight, and delivery management of an assigned workstream.The Senior Program Manager will work closely with business, IT, functional leaders, and implementation partners to ensure the workstream is aligned to overall program objectives, integrated with related workstreams, and delivered on time and with quality. This role requires strong leadership, structure, and cross-functional coordination in a highly complex environment.Key Responsibilities:Workstream LeadershipLead an assigned workstream within the broader enterprise-wide transformation programOwn day-to-day planning, coordination, execution oversight, and delivery tracking for the workstreamEnsure workstream objectives, milestones, deliverables, and dependencies are clearly defined and actively managedDrive accountability across team members and stakeholders to achieve committed outcomesPlanning and ExecutionDevelop and maintain detailed workstream plans, timelines, milestones, and action logsCoordinate activities across business, IT, functional teams, and external implementation partnersMonitor progress against plan and proactively identify risks, issues, and delivery gapsDrive timely resolution of blockers and escalate matters as appropriateRisk, Issue, and Dependency ManagementIdentify, track, and manage workstream risks, issues, assumptions, and dependenciesPartner with other workstream leads to address cross-functional impacts and integration pointsEscalate critical risks and decisions to the Program Lead with recommended actionsGovernance and ReportingPrepare and provide regular status updates on workstream progress, milestones, risks, issues, and decisionsSupport program governance forums by ensuring timely, accurate, and transparent reportingMaintain documentation, decision logs, action items, and key workstream artifactsStakeholder ManagementBuild strong relationships with business, IT, and functional stakeholders across the assigned workstreamPartner with implementation teams and vendors to align on scope, deliverables, and timelinesFacilitate discussions, drive alignment, and support decision-making across stakeholdersBusiness Readiness and AdoptionPartner with business leads and change partners to support readiness, process alignment, and adoption activitiesHelp ensure the workstream is not only delivered from a technical perspective but is also operationally ready for implementationReinforce focus on business outcomes, user impact, and sustainable adoptionQuality and Delivery DisciplineDrive disciplined execution, issue resolution, and follow-through across the workstreamEnsure alignment with overall program governance, standards, templates, and reporting expectationsSupport integrated planning and coordination with the broader transformation office and program leadership teamFinancials/ Budget managementLead workstream budget management, including actuals, forecast, accruals, and variance analysis.Partner with Finance and PMO to maintain accurate financial reporting and forecast updates aligned to scope, resources, and delivery plans.Drive disciplined, repeatable financial management processes aligned with program governance and financial best practices.Identify, communicate, and help mitigate budget risks, forecast changes, and cost impacts across the workstream.Ensure financial controls and documentation are audit-ready and able to withstand internal and external audit scrutiny.Required QualificationsBachelor’s degree required8+ years of program or project management experience, including leadership of complex, cross-functional initiativesExperience leading a major workstream within a large enterprise-wide transformation, ERP transformation, or similarly complex strategic programStrong experience in integrated planning, risk management, issue resolution, and stakeholder coordinationExperience working across business and technology teams in a matrixed environmentDeep expertise in large scale Program budget managementDemonstrated ability to manage complexity, drive execution, and influence without direct authorityStrong written, verbal, and executive-level communication skillsPreferred QualificationsExperience with large-scale ERP or enterprise transformation programsExperience working with system integrators and third-party implementation partnersFamiliarity with change management, business readiness, and adoption planningPMP, Agile, or related certifications preferredExperience in complex, highly regulated, or global environments is a plusKey CompetenciesProgram and workstream leadershipPlanning and execution managementCross-functional coordinationRisk and issue managementStakeholder engagementProblem-solving and decision supportCommunication and reportingAccountability and follow-throughSuccess in This RoleSuccess in this role will be demonstrated through strong leadership of the assigned workstream, timely delivery of milestones and deliverables, proactive management of risks and dependencies, effective coordination across stakeholders, and clear contribution to the broader transformation program’s objectives and outcomes.What Cencora offersWe provide compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members’ ability to live with purpose every day. In addition to traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care, we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness. This encompasses support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave. To encourage your personal growth, we also offer a variety of training programs, professional development resources, and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and much more. For details, visit Full timeSalary Range*$119,100 - 186,560*This Salary Range reflects a National Average for this job. The actual range may vary based on your locale. Ranges in Colorado/California/Washington/New York/Hawaii/Vermont/Minnesota/Massachusetts/Illinois State-specific locations may be up to 10% lower than the minimum salary range, and 12% higher than the maximum salary range.Equal Employment OpportunityCencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law.The company’s continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory.Cencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please call or email We will make accommodation determinations on a request-by-request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodations requests will not be returned.Affiliated Companies:Affiliated Companies: AmerisourceBergen Services CorporationSummaryLocation: Conshohocken, PA; Remote, USAType: Full time