Program Manager: Technology Jobs

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NIKE is a technology company. From our flagship website and five-star mobile apps to developing products, managing big data and providing leading edge engineering and systems support, our teams at NIKE Global Technology exist to revolutionize the future at the confluence of tech and sport. We invest and develop advances in technology and employ the most creative people in the world, and then give them the support to constantly innovate, iterate and serve consumers more directly and personally. Our teams are innovative, diverse, multidisciplinary and collaborative, taking technology into the future and bringing the world with it.
Who We Are Looking For
We are looking for a Program Manager who thrives in working with multi-functional teams to support and deliver hardware and software technology infrastructure supporting North America projects. This role is very broad in its responsibilities. The right candidate will possess the skills to drive measurable success in complex, multi-disciplined environments, quickly pivot in ever changing markets to meet business goals, maintain reporting, schedules, and project priorities. You will engage and build successful collaborative working relationships with peers and team members from all lenses of the project as well as be adept at communication at the right level.
What You Will Work On
You will work with the Technology infrastructure and application teams within the Global technology organization. Your role will include planning, management, and execution of technology within the North America headquarter buildings, showrooms, regional service centers, technology centers, distribution centers and retail stores. You will be dealing with, including but not limited to, refreshing, and updating core infrastructure, digital signage and audio visual equipment. You will be responsible for end-to-end project scoping, cost management, vendor management, coordination, and timely delivery of projects within defined budget parameters. Not only is the ability to identify and elevate risks to leadership and business partners critical, but the willingness to solution collaboratively, and learn is equally vital. This role will manage projects using hybrid Lean/Agile principals and framework.
Who Will You Work With
You will collaborate with multi-functional teams that range from design, construction, engineers, technology functions, outside vendors and various business team members. You will be reporting project status, risks and issues to the larger Project Management organization, project sponsors and senior leadership.
What You Bring

• Comfortable working in a very fast-paced, results-oriented environment
• Excellent end to end project management skills, shepherding an entire program from kick off to completion
• Support teams with Jira/Aha as needed
• PMP certification, or training is a plus
• Manage project schedule, scope and cost as well as any changes, estimating risks through deviations and variances
• Bachelor’s degree in Technology, Business or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong vendor execution management and delivery
• Rigorous scheduling at the task level, with overall accountability at the program level
• Proactive and effective communication with team members and to collaborate and maintain alignment both with business partners and senior management
• Familiarity with Lean/Agile principals and framework, agile project management shepherding projects from kick-off to delivery
• 5+ years professional Program Management experience

NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.
NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.
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