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Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills. * Strategic mindset with the ability to see the big picture. * Experience in retail domain preferred. * Strong background in program ...

... strategies. Required Qualifications * Active TS/SCI (CI Poly Preferred) * Minimum 8 years of experience in program management or related field, with at least a portion of experience within the last 2 ...

This is a high-impact senior individual contributor role that combines program management rigor, strategic execution, and team operations - ideal for someone who thrives on bringing structure to ...

This is a high-impact senior individual contributor role that combines program management rigor, strategic execution, and team operations - ideal for someone who thrives on bringing structure to ...

This is a high-impact senior individual contributor role that combines program management rigor, strategic execution, and team operations - ideal for someone who thrives on bringing structure to ...

Principal Program Manager

San Francisco, CA · Hybrid

$189K - $225K/yr

... the Strategic Program Management team in San Francisco. This is a senior individual contributor role where you shape how Fin's highest-priority objectives get set up for success and delivered.

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How much do strategic program management jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for strategic program management in the United States is $107,460.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,500.00 and $132,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is strategic program management?

Strategic program management is the coordinated management of multiple related projects and initiatives aligned with an organization’s long-term goals and strategy. It involves overseeing program planning, resource allocation, risk management, and stakeholder communication to ensure that all projects contribute to the overall business objectives. Strategic program managers focus on achieving benefits and value that would not be possible if projects were managed individually.

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

AspectStrategic Program ManagementProject Manager
FocusAligning multiple projects with organizational strategyPlanning and executing individual projects
CertificationsPMP, PgMP, PMI-SPPMP, CAPM
Work EnvironmentCross-functional, strategic planning teamsProject teams, operational settings
ScopeLong-term, organizational impactSpecific project deliverables

While both roles require project management certifications, Strategic Program Management focuses on coordinating multiple projects to achieve strategic goals, whereas Project Managers oversee individual projects. Strategic Program Managers operate at a higher, more strategic level, ensuring projects align with organizational objectives, while Project Managers focus on delivering specific project outcomes efficiently.

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

To thrive as a Strategic Program Manager, you need expertise in program management, strategic planning, and cross-functional leadership, usually backed by a relevant degree and experience in large-scale project delivery. Familiarity with tools such as Microsoft Project, JIRA, and certifications like PMP or PgMP are commonly required. Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills distinguish high performers in this role. These capabilities ensure complex initiatives are delivered on time and align with organizational objectives, driving business success.

How does a Strategic Program Manager typically collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve program objectives?

Strategic Program Managers frequently work with cross-functional teams, including product, engineering, finance, and operations, to align on program goals and deliverables. They facilitate communication between departments, ensuring that everyone is aware of timelines, dependencies, and potential risks. By leading regular status meetings and leveraging project management tools, they help resolve roadblocks and maintain momentum toward strategic objectives. This collaborative approach is essential for driving complex, organization-wide initiatives to successful completion.
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Infographic showing various Strategic Program Management job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 4% Temporary, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $107,460 per year, or $51.7 per hour.

Strategic Program Manager, Global eCommerce

Hewlett Packard Enterprise Development LP

Spring, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago


Job description

Strategic Program Manager, Global eCommerce
This role has been designed as 'Hybrid' with an expectation that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office.
Who We Are:
Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today's complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what's next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.
Job Description:
Hewlett Packard Enterprise is seeking a Strategic Program Manager to support the Global eCommerce organization and serve as an operational backbone for the team and oversee projects that are critical to the growth and evolution of HPE's eCommerce business. This role partners closely with the VP of Global eCommerce, senior leaders of the eCommerce organization, and stakeholders across the company to ensure that leadership decisions translate into measurable outcomes, the organization maintains a regular operating rhythm, and strategic programs are executed with clarity, discipline, and speed.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, can operate with and through operational ambiguity, and is experienced deploying modern automation and AI tools to streamline workflows across large, distributed teams.
Key Responsibilities:
Program & Operational Leadership
  • Act as the operational backbone for the Global eCommerce organization: manage weekly/monthly/quarterly reporting cadences, deliverables and meeting plans.
  • Oversee the planning and execution of specific initiatives across the Global eCommerce organization, including business growth programs, operational efficiency plans, and cross-functional transformations.
  • Own and maintain an integrated program plan across key eCommerce initiatives, ensuring alignment across certain stakeholders, accountability to execution plans and proper sequencing of deliverables.
  • Track critical paths and surface risks, trade-offs, and escalation needs to leadership with actionable recommendations.
  • Act as a central coordination point across eCommerce leaders to ensure information flows effectively throughout the organization.

AI, Automation and Process Improvement
  • Evaluate, pilot, and scale AI-enabled workflows and automation (e.g., LLMs/generative AI, RPA, workflow automation, smart templates) to improve organizational coordination, reporting, and decision-making.
  • Continuously refine planning and operating models to increase velocity and reduce manual work.
  • Develop clear, concise, executive-ready communications, reports, and presentations, delivering fast turnarounds while operating with limited resources

Skills & Attributes:
The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following qualities:
  • Highly organized and structured thinker with strong operational discipline
  • Resourceful problem solver who can navigate through ambiguity with sound reasoning
  • Strong ability to manage complex cross-functional programs, including planning, stakeholder management, dependency management, and execution and risk tracking across multiple teams
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to distill complex information into clear executive updates
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to influence across global teams and leadership levels
  • Laser-focused operational execution with the ability to adapt for strategic pivots

Education & Experience:
  • 5+ years of experience in program management, operations, strategy, or consulting supporting complex, cross-functional initiatives.
  • Demonstrated experience implementing AI/automation tools or platforms to improve team workflows-examples: deploying LLM-based assistants for status synthesis, automating report generation, building workflow automations, or integrating AI into collaboration tools.
  • Strong program management skills: planning, dependency management, risk mitigation, and stakeholder coordination across time zones.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to create executive-ready materials and dashboards.
  • Comfortable influencing at multiple levels and holding teams accountable for commitments.

Why This Role Matters:
You will enable the Global eCommerce organization to move faster and with more clarity-turning strategy into measurable results while reducing manual work through practical AI and automation solutions. If you enjoy connecting strategy to execution and improving how distributed teams operate, this role is for you.
Additional Skills:
Accountability, Accountability, Active Learning, Active Listening, Bias, Business Decisions, Business Development, Business Metrics, Business Performance, Business Strategies, Calendar Management, Coaching, Computer Literacy, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Design Thinking, Empathy, Follow-Through, Growth Mindset, Intellectual Curiosity (Inactive), Leadership, Long Term Planning, Managing Ambiguity, Personal Initiative {+ 5 more}
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- United States of America: Annual Salary USD 92,600 - 213,500 in Texas
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