Hybrid Sr Lead Project / Program Manager - CentralDispatch by Cox Automotive at Cox

Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Business Operations

Sr Lead Project / Program Manager

Sr Manager - Non People LeaderHybrid - Ability to work remotely part of the week

Yes, 15% of the time

Day

Compensation

Compensation includes a base salary of $119,600.00 - $199,400.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.

• Contributes to the analysis of business trends and strategic assessment of new growth concepts, opportunities, and ideas.

• Works with business and functional leadership, and other relevant stakeholders to understand new growth concepts and recommendations.

• Structures and executes research and data gathering to support the analysis of potential opportunities and underpin comprehensive due diligence and evaluation.

• Works with cross-functional colleagues and client stakeholders to define program management deliverables including plans, business cases, program charters, risks assessments, stakeholders assessments, communication plans, issue / risk logs, benefits tracking and program status reports.

• Translates program objectives into integrated project plans, schedules, and budgets.

• Works with appropriate colleagues and stakeholders to define program management deliverables including plans, business cases, program charters, risks assessments, stakeholders assessments, communication plans, issue / risk logs, benefits tracking and program status reports.

• Defines and tracks project milestones while developing, maintaining, and reporting on overall status, challenges, changes, risk management, and delivery.

• Ensures the financial health of the program by preparing budgets, forecasting expenditures, analyzing variances, and initiating correcting actions in partnership with Finance and portfolio leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 8 years of experience in program or project management for enterprise-level programs or projects. Candidate could have an MS degree with 5+ years of experience, Ph.D. with 3+ years of experience, or 12+ years in lieu of a degree.

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification strongly preferred.

• Experience leading cross-functional work teams and influencing outcomes through indirect people leadership.

• Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects and delivering them on time and within budget.

• Advanced project management skills and proficiency in related methodologies, tools, and software, including change management frameworks.

• Proven ability to influence and gain buy-in from senior executives and key stakeholders through compelling communication and relationship-building skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and make data-driven decisions. 

• Ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and adapt to changing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience managing projects using Scrum or other Agile frameworks.

• Experience in mediating conflicts and negotiating solutions with internal and external partners to ensure project success.

• Ability to mentor junior project managers and foster a culture of continuous improvement within the team.

To be employed in this role, you’ll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.

The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company’s needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells – or simply uses – cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.

 

 

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