Head of Programme Management

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The IT Program Manager oversees the successful implementation of multiple IT projects and project teams to ensure they align with the organization’s strategic goals. The IT Program Manager is responsible for ensuring projects are executed efficiently, resolving risks and issues, and driving the successful delivery of technology solutions. Activities include strategic planning, resource management, and effective leadership to ensure that projects within the program are completed on time, within scope, and on budget. The IT Program Manager will lead cross-functional teams, including Business Analysts and Software Engineers to drive success across projects.

Program Strategy and Planning : Develop and implement program strategies, resources, schedule and work plan, that align with organizational objectives and ensure cohesive project execution.

Project Oversight : Oversee, monitor and manage multiple projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, scope, and budgets.

Team Leadership : Lead, mentor, and develop a cross functional team, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment for optimal performance

Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, providing regular updates on program progress, risks, and issues.

Risk and Issue Management : Identify, mitigate and resolve risk and issues promptly to minimize impact on program objectives across

Budget Management : Prepare and manage program budgets, optimizing resources for maximum productivity and cost efficiency

Process Improvement : Continuously monitor and improve program performance, quality, and efficiency at regular intervals

Alignment with Business Goals: Ensure IT solutions and project outcomes are aligned with the organisations business strategy and operational needs.

Relationship Management: 5+ years of experience in IT project or program management, with a proven track record of managing large-scale IT programs.

Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Business, or a related field is preferred

Strong technical foundation including hands on experience with various IT departments (infrastructure, software, systems architecture), technologies, systems, and processes

Outstanding working knowledge of change management principles and performance evaluation processes

Strong familiarity with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices

Knowledge of methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, and PMI standards.

Proficiency with budgeting processes, cost forecasting, and financial oversight to manage program budgets effectively.

Understanding of risk identification, mitigation strategies, and issue resolution.

Proficiency in resource allocation, capacity planning, and workload distribution.

Blain Supply, Inc and Blain’s Farm and Fleet (collectively “Blain’s”) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize the importance of diversity and creating an inclusive culture in order to leverage the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. Blain’s does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any applicable legally protected status. J-18808-Ljbffr Blain's Farm & Fleet (Blain Supply, Inc.)