Product Manager/Program Manager -Palo Alto/ Columb Plano/ Chicago, IL / NYC, NY / Jersey city, NJ

• Proven experience working with both Agile and Waterfall methodologies, successfully delivering complex projects within timelines and budget constraints.
• Over five years of experience demonstrating strong knowledge of IT systems, banking operations, and operational processes.
• Strong understanding of systems integration, project governance, and management practices.
• Business-focused professional with extensive exposure to banking processes, technology initiatives, and organizational change management.
• Capable of making independent decisions and applying strategic thinking with minimal supervision.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Visio, and Microsoft Project.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex Commercial Banking projects and small-to-medium interrelated programs.
• Define and oversee all aspects of project planning, including scope, schedules, budgeting, and financial forecasting.
• Track project/program execution, identify risks and issues, and escalate concerns when necessary.
• Maintain project documentation, tracking logs, databases, and project/program portals.
• Represent the PMO and business units in consolidating related projects into strategic programs.
• Assess resource requirements, coordinate staffing needs, and manage vendor or contract resources.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices through networking, training, seminars, and publications.
• Ensure compliance with enterprise project management standards while contributing to process improvements.