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Bennington, VT

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As our Summer Enrichment Program Manager, you will be the driving force behind a robust summer experience for marginalized youth. From leading high-impact orientation sessions to navigating the ...

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Summer Day Camp Manager

Bennington, VT · On-site

$21.88/hr

As our Summer Enrichment Program Manager, you will be the driving force behind a robust summer experience for marginalized youth. From leading high-impact orientation sessions to navigating the ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Manager Program Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Manager Program Manager, you need strong leadership, project management expertise, and a background in business or a related field, often supported by a bachelor's degree and PMP or similar certification. Familiarity with project management tools like Microsoft Project, Asana, or Jira, as well as budgeting and reporting systems, is typically required. Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management are essential soft skills for overseeing complex programs and guiding teams. These competencies ensure effective program delivery, alignment with organizational goals, and the ability to navigate challenges across multiple projects.

How do Manager Program Managers typically balance overseeing multiple projects while supporting their teams' development?

Manager Program Managers often juggle several large-scale initiatives simultaneously, which requires strong organizational skills and effective delegation. They regularly meet with project leads to monitor progress, troubleshoot issues, and ensure alignment with organizational goals, while also providing mentorship and professional development opportunities for their teams. Striking a balance between delivering results and fostering team growth involves transparent communication, setting clear expectations, and empowering team members to take ownership of their work.

What is a Program Manager?

A Program Manager is a professional responsible for overseeing and coordinating multiple related projects within an organization to achieve strategic objectives. They manage the overall program, ensuring that individual projects align with business goals, stay on schedule, and meet budgetary requirements. Program Managers work closely with project managers, stakeholders, and executive leadership to address risks, allocate resources, and facilitate communication across teams.

What is the difference between Manager Program Manager vs Project Manager?

AspectManager Program ManagerProject Manager
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree, PMP or PgMP certification often preferredUsually requires a bachelor's degree, PMP certification common
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple projects within a program, strategic focusManages individual projects, tactical focus
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in tech, finance, healthcare for large initiativesCommon across industries for specific project delivery

The main difference is that a Manager Program Manager oversees multiple related projects to achieve strategic goals, while a Project Manager focuses on managing a single project from start to finish. Program Managers have a broader scope, often coordinating teams and resources across projects, whereas Project Managers concentrate on delivering specific project outcomes on time and within budget.

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Senior Customer Project/Program Manager

Senior Customer Project/Program Manager

Cox Automotive

Burlington, VT • On-site

$81.40K - $122K/yr

Full-time

PTO

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Cox Automotive rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 134 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

89th of 138 rated financial services

Job description

** Candidates will come into the office 1 day/week and should be located within 25 miles of the posted location (Atlanta, GA; Burlington, VT; Draper, UT; and Overland Park, KS). **
The Senior Project Manager provides project management leadership for moderately complex, cross-functional initiatives within a diverse customer and stakeholder base. This role partners closely with both customers and internal teams to define project needs, develop structured project plans, and drive successful execution from initiation through close-out. The Sr Project Manager ensures consistent application of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices while identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
Customer & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Collaborates with customer stakeholders to understand key business challenges, operational needs, and process issues.
  • Identifies where and how organizational capabilities and solutions can address customer requirements and deliver value.

Project Planning & Scope Definition
  • Works with internal functional teams to define detailed project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success measures based on client expectations.
  • Creates and maintains comprehensive project plans covering schedule, tasks, resources, risks, and dependencies.

Project Execution & Management
  • Supports end-to-end project execution, including:
  • Requirements gathering and documentation
  • Project charter creation
  • Scope definition and validation
  • Detailed project planning and timeline management
  • Change control processes
  • Risk and issue identification, tracking, and mitigation
  • Project close-out activities and lessons learned
  • Status reporting and communication across stakeholders

Financial & Resource Management
  • Facilitates resource planning and allocation across project teams.
  • Supports cost estimation, budget development, forecasting, and ongoing cost control.

Process Governance & Quality Assurance
  • Ensures consistent application of project management methodology, standards, tools, and documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Monitors project health and compliance with internal governance requirements.

Continuous Improvement
  • Evaluates project outcomes and operational processes, identifying opportunities for improvements in efficiency, communication, and delivery effectiveness.
  • Recommends enhancements to project management practices, tools, and workflows.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in a related discipline and 4 years experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master's degree and 2 years experience; a Ph.D. and up to 1 year of experience; or 8 years experience in a related field
  • Salesforce experience is required.
  • Experience with Excel, PowerPoint and Copilot.
  • Experience managing moderately complex projects across cross-functional teams.
  • Strong understanding of project management principles, methodologies, and tools.
  • Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to lead requirements gathering, documentation, and scope definition.
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience working with customer-facing projects or operational process enhancements.
  • PMP, CAPM, Scrum Master, or similar certification.
  • Experience in budget development, cost control, and resource planning.

USD 81,400.00 - 122,000.00 per year
Compensation:
Compensation includes a base salary in the range of $81,400.00 - $122,000.00. 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.
Benefits:
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.
Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.
EOE, including disability/vets

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At Cox Automotive, people of every background are driven by their passion for mobility, innovation and community. We transform the way the world buys, sells, owns and uses cars, accelerating the industry with global powerhouse brands like Autotrader, Kelley Blue Book, Manheim and more. What's more, we do it all with an emphasis on employee growth and happiness. Drive your future forward and join Cox Automotive today! Cox empowers employees to build a better future and has been doing so for over 120 years. With exciting investments and innovations across transportation, communications, cleantech and healthcare, our family of businesses - which includes Cox Automotive and Cox Communications - is forging a better future for us all. Ready to make your mark? Join us today! 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. Statement to ALL Third-Party Agencies and Similar Organizations: Cox accepts resumes only from agencies with which we formally engage their services. Please do not forward resumes to our applicant tracking system, Cox employees, Cox hiring manager, or send to any Cox facility. Cox is not responsible for any fees or charges associated with unsolicited resumes.

Industry

Automobile dealers and technology, communication and media

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Atlanta, GA, US

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