Program Manager

Kforce

  • Wayzata, MN
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 8 days ago
Kforce has a clienti n Wayzata, MN that is seeking a Program Manager. Summary: We are sourcing for a contract Program Manager for a client based in Wayzata, MN. This is a hybrid position that requires on-site 3x per week. The Program Manager will lead and coordinate operational aspects of ongoing procurement and governance workstreams and will serve as a liaison among project management and planning, project team and leadership. This role requires strong cross-functional collaboration, stakeholder management, and an understanding of procurement processes and enabling technologies. Key Accountabilities:
  • Manage program timelines and deliverables
  • Facilitate program meetings and ensure workstreams are effectively connected
  • Identify and resolve obstacles to completing project on time and to budget
  • Adhere to internal and external quality standards
  • Monitor and report on the status of projects including cost, timing and staffing
  • Coordinate and comply with organization change management framework
  • Organize project teams, assign individual responsibilities, develop project schedules and resolve resource requirements
  • Implement budget tracking, demand and capacity models, and organize quarterly forecasting
  • Collaborate with teams to define, develop, and document Objectives and Key Results (OKRs)
  • Provide regular updates to leadership and steering committees
  • Ensure adherence to governance frameworks and project standards
  • Independently handle complex issues with minimal supervision, while escalating only the most complex issues to appropriate staff
  • Other duties as assigned
  • PMP, Agile, or Six Sigma certification is a plus
  • 5+ years of project/program management experience, preferably in procurement or finance transformation
  • Strong understanding of Source-to-Pay processes and systems
  • Experience with ERP and procurement platforms (SAP, Oracle, Ariba, Coupa)
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.By clicking “Apply Today” you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.

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