EY Talent Program Manager 

India, Karnataka, Bengaluru 

283623241

Your key responsibilities:

• Program Leadership: Lead and manage the overall program strategy, including the planning, execution, monitoring, and successful delivery of strategic SAP SuccessFactors and data integration projects
• Stakeholder Alignment: Collaborate with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to define program objectives, priorities, and alignment with business strategies
• Project Management: Provide guidance and manage project managers, ensuring projects are well-defined, resourced, and delivered on time and within scope
• Data Integration Strategy: Develop a comprehensive data integration strategy, ensuring seamless data exchange between SAP SuccessFactors and other relevant systems, with a focus on accuracy, security, and efficiency
• Risk Management: Identify program risks, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure the successful resolution of issues that arise during project execution
• Resource Management: Manage program resources, including project teams and external vendors, to optimize staffing, performance, and project outcomes
• Quality Assurance: Establish and maintain program management best practices, ensuring adherence to quality standards, and implementing robust testing and validation processes
• Budget Oversight: Monitor the program budget and ensure that projects are executed within approved financial limits
• Change Management: Implement effective change management practices to ensure smooth adoption of new systems and processes by end-users
• Continuous Improvement: Evaluate program performance, identify areas for improvement, and lead process enhancement initiatives to drive efficiency and effectiveness

Skills and attributes for success

• Exceptional leadership skills, with a proven record of successfully managing large-scale programs and projects
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a strategic mindset
• Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal
• Strong stakeholder management capabilities, including the ability to present complex concepts to diverse audiences
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with changing priorities.
• Proficiency in project management software tools and program management methodologies
• Results-driven, with a focus on achieving program objectives and driving positive outcomes
• Ability to motivate and guide global cross-functional teams, virtually
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to prioritize and manage multiple projects

To qualify for the role

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; additional project management certifications preferred
• Proven experience as a Program Manager in SAP SuccessFactors and data integration projects successfully delivering complex projects.
• As a Program Manager, 10+ years of industry experience preferably in Talent
• In-depth knowledge of Talent systems, data integration methodologies, and best practices, preferred
• Relevant certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional) strongly desired

What we offer

As part of this role, you'll work in a highly integrated, global team with the opportunity and tools to grow, develop and drive your career forward. Here, you can combine global opportunity with flexible working. The EY benefits package goes above and beyond too, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Your recruiter can talk to you about the benefits available in your country. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

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