[Hiring] Principal Program Manager @Foot Locker

Role Description

This role is 100% REMOTE. At this time, Foot Locker will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization, or offer any immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, or another type of work authorization).

This role is accountable for product group initiatives, large program(s) or group of interdependent projects/programs that are relatively high complexity. The Principal Program Manager focuses on leading planning efforts and manages the integration, implementation, reporting, and performance of the overall product group initiatives, program or group of programs to ensure the successful delivery of defined value and outcomes. This role leads the coordination and management activities with business partners. Each complex program requires extensive cross team organization, collaboration and creative problem-solving skills. The Principal Program Manager acts as a mentor and coach to program managers.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage the delivery of programs within an area of professional expertise, using an appropriate program management methodology.
• Communicate the action plan; explain how this relates to the function's strategy and action plan, and the broader organization's mission and vision.
• Develop and implement stakeholder engagement plans for programs.
• Interpret the business need and identify solution recommendations to business problems at a business unit level.
• Define the execution plan to disseminate innovative capabilities across the businesses.
• Manage a transformational change program, ensuring integration with related programs.
• Manage identification of risks, issues, dependencies, and constraints associated with product group initiatives and programs.
• Develop own and more junior team member capabilities through assessment and development planning activities.
• Lead the production of and approve program plans, ensuring compliance with the organization's program management framework.
• Manage the program review process; provide stakeholders with accurate and relevant information and key recommendations.
• Negotiate and manage deployment of program/portfolio resources and budgets.
• Lead one or more large cross-functional program teams; define the program vision and communicate the outcomes needed.
• Ensure that roles and responsibilities are clearly defined within area of responsibility.
• Plan and manage budget for assigned programs.

Behavioral Competencies

• Decision Quality: Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Action Oriented: Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Courage: Steps up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said.
• Customer Focus: Builds strong customer relationships and delivers customer-centric solutions.
• Instills Trust: Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Tech Savvy: Anticipates and adopts innovations in business-building digital and technology applications.
• Accountability: Demonstrates proactive ownership of one’s actions, decisions, and results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, Project Management, or related field is preferred.
• Requires a minimum of 10 years related work experience, with at least 7 years of experience in a project management role.
• Strong analytical and strategic mindset capable of understanding the broader picture and resolving complex issues.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple programs and across a portfolio simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with various stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Expanded conceptual understanding and practical expertise in project/program management software (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Asana, Monday.com).
• Deep conceptual understanding and practical expertise of project management techniques and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Waterfall).
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence, inspire, and motivate teams.
• Strong capability to manage and resolve conflicts within teams.
• Experience managing resources in a matrix organization.
• Experience in vendor management.
• PMP Certification desired.
• Scrum Certification desired.

Benefits

• The annual base salary range is $140,000 - $180,000.
• This role is also eligible to receive short term incentives that align with individual and company performance.
• Foot Locker Benefits:
• Employee Discount
• Paid Time Off
• Medical | Dental | Vision Coverage
• 401(k) | Roth 401(k)
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Opportunities for Advancement
• Tuition Reimbursement for Qualified Courses
• Strong Company Culture
• Employee Resource Groups