Program Manager

Job Description

Responsible for accomplishing strategic objectives by overseeing multiple ecommerce projects. Manage large, high-risk programs impacting several cross-functional areas including technology, merchandising, marketing, finance, multiple operations teams, business teams and 3rd party vendors. Lead strategic direction to ensure all projects deliver business value and strategic benefits. Interface with senior leaders, project sponsors and multiple project managers. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-visibility assignments of increasing complexity with substantial independence, exercising strategic judgment while engaging directly with executives.
• Develop and implement assigned projects, including developing scope and approach for each project, developing program roadmaps, dependency maps, benefit realization plans, tactical project plans and tracking project timelines.
• Champion end-to-end project execution, ensuring disciplined delivery, financial stewardship, and the full realization of targeted strategic benefits.
• Lead change management and process improvement activities.
• Introduce and maintain project/control management and process improvement methodologies.
• Prioritize project management deliverables based on ecommerce strategies and goals and in conjunction with eCommerce leadership.
• Provide leadership for stakeholders and project team members and apply conflict resolution skills to resolve program and project conflicts.
• Ensure that all project objectives are clearly documented, approved, and delivered to meet expectations.
• Manage the integration of tasks and track and review of project deliverables.
• Manage project risk, develop mitigation plans, and escalate decisions and unresolved issues.
• Create highly collaborative cross-functional partnerships across the organization.
• Present process changes, gain alignment from all functional leaders, and work collaboratively to implement project deliverables.
• Anticipate customer needs and act as the champion for the customer.
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

Minimum

• 5+ years total Project Management experience
• 3+ years delivering large and/or complex projects across a matrixed organization.
• Bachelor's Degree
• PMP Certification
• Deep understanding of project management methodologies
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to effectively communicate information to stakeholders and to all levels of seniority
• Proven problem solving and superb organizational skills
• Proven track record of delivering objectives on time, within budget and meeting the business objectives.
• Experience interfacing with software development project managers

Desired

• Experience managing projects within a large, multi-channel retailer

About Us

From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we've grown into what today is the nation's largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America's grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all.

Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you're caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.

Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we've got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family!


What you'll receive from us:


The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page !