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Senior Program Manager -Lean Agile Center of Excellence (LACE)
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Job Title: Senior Program Manager

Location: Firefly, Brigade Tech Garden, Bengaluru, India
Department: ITH/I -  IT Strategy and Transformation

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Program Manager to lead our Lean Agile Center of Excellence (LACE) and drive strategic initiatives across supplier performance management and portfolio allocations. This role is pivotal to our IT Strategy and Transformation Team, ensuring alignment with enterprise goals and delivering measurable value across programs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the Lean Agile Center of Excellence (LACE):
    • Central transformation strategic development and expansion for cross IT
    • Champion Agile and Lean practices across the organization.
    • Develop and implement Agile frameworks, training programs, and best practices.
    • Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
  • Supplier Performance Management:
    • Establish and maintain performance metrics and reporting mechanisms.
    • Collaborate with procurement and delivery teams to assess supplier effectiveness.
    • Drive improvements in supplier engagement and accountability.
  • Portfolio Allocation & Reporting:
    • Maintain metrics for portfolio allocation and reporting
    • Provide regular performance and progress reports to the Central Office.
    • Ensure transparency and alignment with business objectives.
  • Stakeholder Engagement:
    • Work closely with cross-functional teams, senior leadership, and external partners.

Communicate program goals, progress, and outcomes effectively

Qualifications

Job Title: Senior Program Manager

Location: Firefly, Brigade Tech Garden, Bengaluru, India
Department: ITH/I -  IT Strategy and Transformation

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Program Manager to lead our Lean Agile Center of Excellence (LACE) and drive strategic initiatives across supplier performance management and portfolio allocations. This role is pivotal to our IT Strategy and Transformation Team, ensuring alignment with enterprise goals and delivering measurable value across programs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the Lean Agile Center of Excellence (LACE):
    • Central transformation strategic development and expansion for cross IT
    • Champion Agile and Lean practices across the organization.
    • Develop and implement Agile frameworks, training programs, and best practices.
    • Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
  • Supplier Performance Management:
    • Establish and maintain performance metrics and reporting mechanisms.
    • Collaborate with procurement and delivery teams to assess supplier effectiveness.
    • Drive improvements in supplier engagement and accountability.
  • Portfolio Allocation & Reporting:
    • Maintain metrics for portfolio allocation and reporting
    • Provide regular performance and progress reports to the Central Office.
    • Ensure transparency and alignment with business objectives.
  • Stakeholder Engagement:
    • Work closely with cross-functional teams, senior leadership, and external partners.
    • Communicate program goals, progress, and outcomes effectively
    • Certifications such as SAFe Program Consultant (SPC), PMP, or equivalent are a plus.
    • Strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills
Benefits
Discounts for Employees Possible
Health Benefits
Mobile Phone for Employees Possible
Meal-Discounts
Company Retirement
Hybrid Work Possible
Mobility Offers
Events for Employees
Coaching
Flextime Possible
Parking
Inhouse Doctor
Good Public Transport
Barrier-Free Workplace
Near-Site Childcare
Canteen, Café
ContactMercedes-Benz Research and Development India Private Limited LogoMercedes-Benz Research and Development India Private Limited
Brigade Tech Gardens, Katha No. 119560037 BengaluruDetails to location
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