Associate Director - Program Management Expert

Pune, India Full time R260600068 **Expert - Program Management - IN** The role will be performing a non-technical project completion using an internal customer perspective, typically from initiation to delivery.

They coordinate cross-functional teams through meetings and progress measurement activities which bring distinct, specific projects to completion both on time and within budget.

**Key Responsibilities and Duties** + This role has project management responsibility + This job manages specific projects that have a distinct beginning and end. The job requires people and resource management through others; and incumbents are part of cross-functional teams required to complete the project.

**Educational Requirements** + University (Degree) Preferred **Work Experience** + 5+ Years Required; 7+ Years Preferred **Physical Requirements** + Physical Requirements: Sedentary Work **Career Level** 9IC **About the Role** We are looking for a **Senior Program Manager** with **15+ years of experience** to lead strategic programs, drive execution, and align cross-functional initiatives within our **organization** .

This role requires a highly experienced leader with a deep understanding of **enterprise-scale program management, stakeholder alignment, and business impact delivery** .

The Senior Program Manager will work closely with **Product Managers, Product Owners, Engineering Managers, Software Engineers, and QA teams** to ensure seamless collaboration and execution. **Key Responsibilities** **1.

Strategic Program Leadership** + Lead and oversee multiple **high-impact, cross-functional programs** that drive business and product success. + Develop long-term program roadmaps aligned with business and product strategy.

+ Act as a **trusted advisor to executives and senior leadership** , ensuring programs align with company objectives. + Drive **enterprise-wide transformation initiatives** , influencing strategic decisions and execution. **2.

Executive Stakeholder & Cross-functional Collaboration** + Work directly with **C-level executives, VPs, and senior leadership** to communicate program status, risks, and opportunities. + Partner with **Product Managers and Product Owners** to ensure alignment of business goals with program execution.

+ Collaborate with **Engineering Leadership** to optimize resource planning, technical delivery, and scalability. + Build strong relationships with **key business units** to drive alignment and shared accountability. **3.

Enterprise Agile & Operational Excellence** + Implement and refine **enterprise Agile frameworks (SAFe, Lean Portfolio Management, or similar)** to improve efficiency. + Define and drive standardization of program execution best practices, governance, and reporting mechanisms.

+ Establish and continuously refine **KPIs and OKRs** to measure program effectiveness and impact. + Drive process improvement initiatives to **enhance delivery speed, quality, and cross-team collaboration** . **4.

Risk Management & Issue Resolution** + Proactively identify **enterprise-level risks and dependencies** across multiple programs and teams. + Develop and implement mitigation strategies to **ensure business continuity and program success** .

+ Act as a **key escalation point** for critical issues, driving resolution with **executive stakeholders** when needed. **5. Reporting, Analytics & Business Impact** + Provide **data-driven insights and executive-level reporting** on program performance, risks, and opportunities.

+ Leverage **advanced analytics** to drive decision-making, process optimization, and continuous improvement. + Align programs with **financial, operational, and customer success metrics** to drive business value. **6.

Leadership & Mentorship** + Serve as a **mentor and coach** for project and program managers, fostering a high-performance culture. + Lead and influence **cross-functional teams** without direct authority, driving collaboration and accountability.

+ Champion a **culture of execution, innovation, and continuous learning** within the organization. **Key Qualifications** + **15+ years** of experience in **program management, strategic execution, and cross-functional leadership** within a **product-driven, technology organization** .

+ Proven ability to **lead large-scale, multi-team, enterprise-level programs** with direct impact on business growth. + Extensive experience working with **Product, Engineering, and Business teams** in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. + Deep expertise in **Agile, SAFe, Lean, and other enterprise frameworks** .

+ Strong ability to **drive executive communication, influence strategic decisions, and manage C-level stakeholders** . + Advanced proficiency in **program management tools (JIRA, Confluence, MS Project, etc.) ** . + **Preferred:** PMP, SAFe, Lean Portfolio Management, PgMP or equivalent certifications.

**Success Metrics** + **Program Execution:** % of enterprise programs delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with strategic goals. + **Business Impact:** Measurable contributions to **revenue growth, operational efficiency, and product innovation** .

+ **Stakeholder & Executive Satisfaction:** Positive feedback from leadership and cross-functional partners. + **Process & Agile Maturity:** Continuous improvement in **Agile adoption, cycle times, and efficiency** .

Related Skills Continuous Integration and Deployment, Debugging, DevOps, Enterprise Application Integration, Problem Solving, Programming, Software Development, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Testing, Systems Design/Analysis, Systems Development Life Cycle _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ **Company Overview** TIAA Global Capabilities was established in 2016 with a mission to tap into a vast pool of talent, reduce risk by insourcing key platforms and processes, as well as contribute to innovation with a focus on enhancing our technology stack.

TIAA Global Capabilities is focused on building a scalable and sustainable organization , with a focus on technology , operations and expanding into the shared services business space. Working closely with our U. S.

colleagues and other partners, our goal is to reduce risk, improve the efficiency of our technology and processes and develop innovative ideas to increase throughput and productivity. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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