EY Talent Program Manager-Strategic Projects 

India, Kerala, Kochi 

15662732

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

• Dynamic teamwork: You’ll work with brilliant and innovative professionals who are devoted to building a better working world
• 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 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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