Program Execution and Project Manager

Job Description

We are searching for a dynamic and experienced professional to lead program execution and project management, driving operational excellence. This is an opportunity to oversee cross-functional projects aligned with business goals, ensures effective collaboration, and delivers measurable results. In this role, you will dive into project details and define clear visions and goals. You will champion continuous improvement and ensure projects meet the changing business environment while driving success metrics and delivering impactful results.

Responsibilities:

• Lead cross-functional, multi-disciplinary teams in matrixed and virtual environments.
• Drive strategic projects aligned with organizational goals, ensuring value-driven outcomes.
• Apply flexible or plan-driven project management approaches; build and use project plans when needed, define success metrics, & create effective communication strategies to inform stakeholders.
• Collaborate across all organizational levels to deliver business priorities on time and with impact.
• Own project details, serving as a subject matter expert on goals, progress, and execution.
• Play a key role in shaping the vision and direction of projects, setting clear goals, and ensuring all teams are aligned toward achieving them.
• Champion continuous improvement & operational efficiency in project delivery.
• Be a trusted advisor to leadership providing insights and recommendations to improve business operations and project outcomes.
  
  
  
  
  
  

Leadership

• Thought leadership and horizon scanning
• Ability to influence and engage a variety of stakeholders and leaders across the organization
• Ability to define and apply strategy to achieve project and program benefits
• Leadership of multi-disciplinary teams in a direct, matrix and virtual environment
• Supporting definition of best practice in project and program management across Sage
  
  
  
  
  
  

Engagement

• Work with global and regional business stakeholders and functional leadership to deliver projects and programs effectively
• Partner with stakeholders to create and align projects and programs and develop quality relationships to influence stakeholders
  
  
  
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• 5 years progressive experience in program management, project management, or business operations delivering multiple concurrent, complex, global initiatives.
• Proven leader of cross-functional, multi-stakeholder strategic initiatives.
• Strong track record of delivering high-impact projects, to include experience supporting sales and marketing.
• Knowledge of data compliance standards and best practices for secure data handling.
• Skilled in building relationships, influencing, and negotiating at all levels.
• Exceptional organization & communication skills with experience articulating & presenting to all levels.
• Collaborative in matrixed settings, working seamlessly with diverse teams.
• Growth mindset and ability to drive change through positive, proactive leadership.
  
  
  
  
  
  

Plenty of perks:

• Competitive salaries that landed us top 5% of similar sized companies (according to Comparably)
• Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement match (100% matching up to 4%)
• 32 days paid time off (21 personal days, 10 national holidays, 1 floating holiday)
• 18 weeks paid parental leave for birth, adoption or surrogacy offered 1 year after start date
• 5 days paid yearly to volunteer (through Sage Foundation)
• $5,250 tuition reimbursement per calendar year starting 6 months after hire date
• Sage Wellness Rewards Program ($600 wellness credit and $360 fitness reimbursement annually)
• Library of on-demand career development options and ongoing training offerings