SENIOR MANAGER OF TECHNICAL PROGRAM MANAGEMENT-(HYBRID, CHARLOTTE)

Job Description

Job Description

Compass Technology is a dedicated internal team for Compass Group delivering enterprise-wide initiatives that support our diverse customer base and enhance our business operations. Our domain encompasses a vast spectrum of opportunities, from hands-on desk support to Cybersecurity, Cloud Engineering, AI, and Modern Application development. We are committed to building robust IT infrastructures, driving digital transformation, and much more. 

Job Summary

The Senior Manager, Technical Program Management (TPM) will lead complex enterprise programs that align business priorities, product strategy, and technology delivery across the Foodbuy ecosystem.
The ideal candidate is a strong technology and people leader with experience managing both large-scale enterprise programs and high-performing TPM teams across product, engineering, supply chain, procurement, and business operations environments.

Key Responsibilities

Enterprise Program Leadership

• Lead large-scale, cross-functional technology programs supporting Foodbuy business capabilities 
• Drive end-to-end execution from intake and planning through delivery and operational transition 
• Establish program structures, governance processes, milestones, and delivery cadences 
• Ensure alignment between business objectives, product roadmaps, and engineering execution 

Delivery Governance & Execution Excellence

• Build and mature scalable TPM governance practices across initiatives and teams 
• Drive execution rigor through status reviews, milestone tracking, and delivery reporting 
• Maintain RAID logs (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, Dependencies) 
• Improve delivery predictability, transparency, and accountability 

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Coordinate across Product, Engineering, Infrastructure, Architecture, Security, Data, and Operations teams 
• Manage cross-team dependencies and integration sequencing 
• Facilitate decision-making and issue resolution 
• Escalate delivery risks and blockers proactively 

Intake, Prioritization & Roadmap Alignment

• Support demand intake and initiative prioritization processes 
• Partner with Product and Business leaders to align roadmap priorities with organizational capacity 
• Drive roadmap sequencing and dependency management 
• Support quarterly and annual planning cycles 

People Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Technical Program Managers supporting strategic Foodbuy and Compass Technology initiatives 
• Establish clear goals, performance expectations, and development plans for TPM team members 
• Provide coaching on program execution, stakeholder management, risk mitigation, and delivery governance best practices 
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, operational excellence, and continuous improvement 
• Support career growth through mentoring, skill development, and leadership opportunities 
• Drive consistency in TPM operating standards, reporting, governance, and delivery methodologies across programs 
• Partner with Product, Engineering, and Technology leadership to ensure TPM resource alignment against strategic priorities and organizational capacity 
• Build and scale TPM organizational capabilities to support evolving portfolio and transformation needs

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in Technical Program Management, or related technology leadership roles
• 5+ years of people leadership experience managing TPMs, program managers, or cross-functional delivery organizations 
• Experience leading enterprise-scale technology initiatives in complex operational environments
• Strong understanding of Agile delivery methodologies, SDLC, release management, and portfolio governance 
• Experience managing cross-functional dependencies across business and technology teams 
• Strong communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills 

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting procurement, supply chain, sourcing, food service, or enterprise operations domains 
• Experience with digital transformation or modernization initiatives 
• Familiarity with ADO, Jira, Confluence, ServiceNow and related delivery tooling 
• Experience with intake, prioritization, and roadmap planning frameworks 
• PMP, PgMP, Scrum, SAFe, or Agile certifications preferred 

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.  At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. 

Compass Technology maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Associates at Corporate are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be p formed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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