program Management sr. analystNCR Corporation

Job Description
Think you know NCR Think again! - We have been reinvented!
We are NCR, a global tech company-and we run the everyday transactions that make your life easier. We're the world leader in consumer transaction technologies, turning everyday interactions with businesses into exceptional experiences. With our software, hardware, and portfolio of services, we make more than 700 million transactions possible every day.
By continually learning about-and pioneering-how the world interacts and transacts, we're helping our customers not only reach their goals but also change the way all of us shop, eat, travel, bank, and connect. Together, we are shaping the future.
KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
All roles to adhere to OPM CoE governance, policies, rules & reporting practices
Responsible for project/program delivery excellence - plan & deploy
Develop and be accountable for the master project/program plan by integrating sub-project plans coordinating all delivery functions (PS, TS, SWM, HWM, HW Ops, HW Eng, & SW Eng, etc.). Ensure resources are committed and engaged for all project phases
Responsible for coordinating project/program communications, including compiling project information for reviews and promoting Governance compliance with the project management team
Decompose project/program into time-phased projects and prioritize key deliverables
Assumes full accountability for the overall success of a project through the deployment
Identify key program metrics/milestones, assess risks and mitigations
Work with delivery functions to develop mitigation strategies and steps to eliminate or minimize the effects of risk on project plans
Publish weekly dashboard for Client Operation Leader (COL) and hold project review meetings where needed
Prepares weekly (or at the frequency requested) client status reports
Review and evaluate program documentation deliverables for completeness and accuracy
Conduct post-implementation review and communicate results to facilitate learning
Ability to manage projects across various cross-functional teams
Regularly monitors assigned projects completion against schedule and budget
Deliver projects on time, on budget, in scope with high quality
Hold cross-functional teams accountable for their deliverables (PS, TS, SWM, HWM, HW Ops, HW Eng, & SW Eng, etc.)
Conducts internal and external project kick-off, closures, and transition to business as usual
Conduct internal and external status meetings, and reporting (tracking timeline, cost, scope).
Issue and escalation management
Ensure that transparent transition processes are in place to hand off the site support once the solution on deemed business as usual
Tracks and documents project's lessons learned
Updates internal leadership on project status, issue identification and resolution, project risk, etc...
Builds relationships with client counterparts through formal and informal communication vehicles
Leads higher-level meetings/interactions with customers such as formal design sessions, project checkpoint meetings, joint application design sessions
Core Competencies for successful performance in this role are:
Highly developed communications skills (written/verbal) and interpersonal savvy
Results/action-orientation project management skills
Organizational and political agility developed negotiation skills
Unquestionable personal code of ethics, integrity, diversity, and trust
Continuous learner
Able to navigate successfully within varying degrees of ambiguity in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work closely with the business leaders and development/implementation/support team
Strong strategic/financial analysis skills
Fluent in English
Preferred Qualifications and Experience:
4-8 years Project Management Experience.
Bachelor's Degree or Diploma + 6 years professional experience.
The successful candidate will be high-energy, agile-minded, proactive, a direct communicator, highly organized, and committed to driving results.
Proficient with Microsoft Suite of Applications, QuickBase, SharePoint, and Project Management Methodology/Applications.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-project environment prioritization, time management, and organization skills is necessary.
Good sense of self and strong personal presence
Willingness to work hard
The candidate is expected to indirectly manage an extensive team of internal associates from multiple organizations and establish client/stakeholder relationships.
On the path to PMP Certification
Strong communication skills
Knowledge of Retail industry
NCR Industry Experience a plus software & services led solutions
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Candidates must demonstrate core competencies in priority setting, process management, planning and organization, managing and measurement of work, innovation management, motivation, strategic planning, and implementation, coupled with the business acumen, political awareness, and perseverance to succeed in a global corporation.
Able to lead by influence. Confident leading in a highly matrix organization.
A change agent who courageously stands up and takes action shows a high energy level and possesses a sense of urgency.
Maintains the highest ethical standards.
Makes decisions that are based on data and facts.