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IT Program Manager - **Remote US**

Varian Medical Systems, Inc.
Palo Alto, CA, United States
$109.8K-$197.8K a year
Remote
Full-time

Together, we can beat cancer.

At Varian, a Siemens Healthineers Company, we bring together the world's best talent to realize our vision of a world without fear of cancer.

Together, we work passionately to develop and deliver easy-to-use, efficient oncology solutions.

We are part of an incredible community of scientists, clinicians, developers, researchers, professionals, and skilled specialists pushing the boundaries of what's possible, to improve people's lives around the world.

We embrace a culture of inclusivity in which the power and potential of every individual can be unleashed. We spark ideas that lead to positive impact and continued success.

If you want to be part of this important mission, we want to hear from you.

The IT program manager will serve as the project and / or program manager for IT supported initiatives at Varian, a Siemens Healthineers company.

As a PM, you will be responsible for the successful execution of projects, from project initiation through final closeout.

You will work in a matrix style organization requiring excellent coordination skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.

  • You will lead a portfolio of IT initiatives aimed at transforming and raising performance level of Varian business lines, business functions, and regions
  • You will team up with technical and business teams to deliver initiatives for integrated and intelligent value chain management
  • You will organize inter-disciplinary teams (business& IT) to be able to manage complex business and technical risks
  • You will support multi-functional teams of business experts in identifying and solving complex data and system dependencies

Position Overview :

The IT program manager will serve as the project and / or program manager for IT supported initiatives at Varian, a Siemens Healthineers company.

As a PM, you will be responsible for the successful execution of projects, from project initiation through final closeout.

You will work in a matrix style organization requiring excellent coordination skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.

  • You will lead a portfolio of IT initiatives aimed at transforming and raising performance level of Varian business lines, business functions, and regions
  • You will team up with technical and business teams to deliver initiatives for integrated and intelligent value chain management
  • You will organize inter-disciplinary teams (business& IT) to be able to manage complex business and technical risks
  • You will support multi-functional teams of business experts in identifying and solving complex data and system dependencies

Responsibilities :

  • Direct all phases of projects from inception through completion
  • Work closely with project sponsor and cross-functional teams to develop the scope, deliverables, required resources, work plan, budget, and timing for new initiatives
  • The program manager will also collaborate with other members of the PMO team to implement tools and processes to enable a high functioning, high impact, analytically driven IT organization
  • Responsible for the cost, schedule, quality, and technical performance of the assigned project(s)
  • Establish milestones and monitor adherence to master plans and schedules
  • Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion
  • Lead and drive multi-disciplinary and cross functional teams, including engineering, operations, vendor management, logistics and services to ensure successful project execution
  • Provide regular updates to team, management, and PMO on work performed, plans, budget, and overall status
  • Identify project problems and obtain solutions, such as allocation of resources or changing contractual specifications
  • Work with other program managers to identify risks and opportunities across multiple projects within the department
  • Analyze, evaluate, and overcome program risks, and produce program reports for managers and stakeholders
  • 20% travel possible (national and international)

Required Knowledge / Skills, Education, and Experience

Education

Bachelors degree (or equivalent experience) and 8 years of related experience or Masters Degree with 6 years of related experience.

Knowledge And Experience

  • Advanced communication skills (Both oral and written)
  • Advanced presentation skills
  • Proficient in utilizing business tools such as : E-mail, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Experience with HCM (e.

g., Workday) or equivalent ERP product and productivity software desired.

  • Business process mapping, Value stream mapping
  • Siemens Healthineers business and product lines
  • SHS IT Service Portfolio
  • Varian IT Service Portfolio
  • IT Infrastructure services and architecture
  • Information security & data privacy as applicable in healthcare industry
  • IT systems in a quality regulated medical environment
  • Current IT technologies and standards
  • ITIL knowledge together with ITSM experience
  • Working with Lean, Agile and / or CCPM methodologies

Preferred Knowledge / Skills, Education, And Experience

  • Project Management experience within large / complex business driven projects; PMP or equivalent certification preferred
  • Experience in working with C-level and senior leadership
  • Vendor / supplier management
  • ITIL Certification or process knowledge

Fighting cancer calls for big ideas.

We envision a world without fear of cancer. Achieving this vision takes dedication and commitment from all of us, every single day.

That's why we celebrate and value the distinctly beautiful and intersectional identities of each of our employees. We are a mirror of our patient-base, which allows us to innovate.

Big ideas come from everywhere, and the best ideas are fostered by our unique individual experiences. At Varian, we encourage you to bring your whole self to work and believe your bold and authentic perspective will help to power more victories over cancer.

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The base pay range for this position is

Min $109,800 - Max $197,800

The pay wage range shown is based on the job posting's primary location. Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to skill set, experience, certifications, and location.

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