Program Enablement Manager, Google Procurement Organization - Google

Chicago, IL

About the Job

Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Chicago, IL, USA; Atlanta, GA, USA; Austin, TX, USA.

Minimum qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or equivalent practical experience.
4 years of experience in management consulting, or project management from a public accounting firm or multi-national company.
Experience supporting or leading cross-functional projects and identifying process improvements.
Experience managing and delivering programs and projects aligned with organizational goals.

Preferred qualifications:

Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certifications.
Ability to establish and maintain standardized processes, methodologies, and best practices for project and program management.
Excellent project and program management skills, including planning, scheduling, and execution capabilities paired with strong team leadership and mentorship.
Analytical and problem-solving skills to monitor project performance, track key metrics, and evaluate project outcomes against predefined goals and KPIs.
Exceptional communication and people skills for facilitating communication between project teams, stakeholders, and leadership.
Flexibility to adjust to changing circumstances, prioritize competing demands, and make sound decisions under pressure.

About the job

In the Google Procurement Organization (GPO), our aim is to unlock value for Google to reinvest in what matters most. We do this by bringing velocity, efficiency, and security to buying at Google, while partnering deeply across Google to deliver solutions fit for purpose. As a centralized organization operating in a high complexity environment, we bring "one voice" to stakeholders and suppliers to ensure the best outcomes. Our organization fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation while providing opportunities for ongoing career growth and development.

Within the Google Procurement Organization, the Functional Strategy and Transformation team supports GPO’s ongoing transformation through program and change management.

In this role, you will serve as a partner to GPO pillars and pillar leadership providing comprehensive support and guidance to enhance operational efficiency, align initiatives with strategic goals, manage resources effectively, and drive continuous improvement within GPO.

The name Google came from "googol," a mathematical term for the number 1 followed by 100 zeros. And nobody at Google loves big numbers like the Finance team when providing in depth analysis on all manner of strategic decisions across Google products. From developing forward-thinking analysis to generating management reports to scaling our automated financial processes, the Finance organization is an important partner and advisor to the business.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $105,000-$154,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.

Responsibilities

Develop and align programs and projects with GPO's overall strategic goals, and ensure individual projects contribute to the broader objectives of GPO.
Support management of resources across various projects and optimization of resource allocation to ensure efficient utilization and prioritization of tasks.
Help identify and manage risks that may impact project delivery or program success, and work to resolve issues and mitigate risks promptly.
Facilitate communication between project teams, stakeholders and leadership, and ensure transparency while keeping stakeholders informed about project progress, risks, and changes.
Monitor the performance of various programs and projects, tracking key metrics, and generate reports for leadership to make informed decisions. This includes evaluating project outcomes against predefined goals and KPIs.

Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.

Source : Google