IT Program Manager

We are seeking an experienced IT Program Manager to lead the delivery and evolution of enterprise data and analytics solutions supporting commercial and sales organizations. This role sits at the intersection of business strategy, data platforms, and agile delivery, with accountability for translating complex business needs into scalable, high?quality analytics products. The ideal candidate brings strong technical depth, product ownership experience, and the ability to partner effectively with both business and engineering teams.ResponsibilitiesOwn and manage data and analytics initiatives supporting commercial and sales teams, from data sourcing through reporting and insights delivery Define and maintain product roadmaps and backlogs aligned to business priorities, value, and technical dependencies Serve as the primary link between business stakeholders and technical teams, translating needs into clear requirements and user stories Oversee intake, prioritization, and delivery of analytics and BI requests across multiple business functions Provide hands?on leadership across modern data platforms, semantic modeling, and business intelligence solutions Ensure solutions align with enterprise architecture, data quality, and governance standards Operate within an Agile delivery framework, leading planning, backlog refinement, and execution activities Partner closely with engineering and data teams to drive timely, high?quality delivery and continuous improvement Required QualificationsExperience supporting commercial or sales?driven operating models Proven experience as a technical product owner or program manager in data and analytics environments Hands?on knowledge of modern data platforms, business intelligence tools, and analytical data modeling Demonstrated experience working within Agile or scaled Agile frameworks Ability to clearly bridge business needs and technical execution Strong stakeholder management skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with senior leaders Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and complex dependencies Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products. Frisco, TX, US Remote CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods), Food Services & Restaurants, Manufacturing - All Other, Retail Vaco $ 75.00 - 85.00 hourly contractor