Program Manager

At Perrigo, we are driven by our mission to Makes Lives Better Through Trusted Health and Wellness Solutions, Accessible to All. We are proud to be a Top 10 player in the European Consumer Self-Care market and the largest U.S. store brand provider of over the counter and infant formula. Dedicated to providing The Best Self-Care for Everyone, we are the people behind the brands you trust. We are Opill®, Compeed®, Solpadeine®, NiQuitin®, and many more. We Are Perrigo. We are committed to enhancing the wellbeing of our colleagues and consumers alike. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive, collaborative culture where each person can experience a sense of belonging. Join us on our One Perrigo journey as we evolve to win in self-care. Description Overview The IT Program Manager will lead and execute multiple complex programs and projects, partnering with business and IT stakeholders to deliver strategic initiatives. This role ensures efficiency, coordination, and consistency across IT projects, leveraging best practices in program management. The Program Manager will develop and manage detailed program plans, scorecards, and governance processes to ensure successful delivery of outcomes aligned with Perrigo’s business objectives. Scope of the Role Program & Project Leadership - Manage large-scale, cross-functional IT programs from initiation through delivery, ensuring alignment with business goals. - Develop and maintain integrated program plans, timelines, and budgets; monitor progress and mitigate risks. - Ensure critical path milestones are met and proactively address barriers to progress. - Serve as a mentor and resource to less senior project managers within IT. Strategic Planning & Process Improvement - Drive continuous improvement in program delivery processes, leveraging Agile and Waterfall methodologies. - Establish governance frameworks and reporting standards for program performance. - Identify opportunities to enhance operational efficiency and optimize resource utilization. Stakeholder Engagement & Communication - Partner with business leaders and IT leadership to define program objectives and success criteria. - Communicate program status, risks, and financial performance to senior leadership through dashboards and reports. - Facilitate collaboration across global teams and external vendors. Resource & Vendor Management - Oversee internal and contract resources; hire, train, and evaluate performance as needed. - Manage vendor relationships to ensure quality and cost-effective delivery of services. Experience Required - Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or related field. - Experience: Minimum 10 years of experience in IT program/project management, including large-scale, complex initiatives. - Methodologies: Proven experience with both Agile and Waterfall frameworks. - Certifications: PMP certification preferred; Agile certifications a plus. - Skills: - Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills. - Excellent communication and presentation abilities. - Financial acumen for budgeting and cost management. - Proficiency in program management tools and techniques. - Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Benefits We believe our people are our greatest asset. Alongside competitive compensation, we offer benefits tailored to supporting you and your family, as well as career development opportunities to ensure you feel valued and supported, both professionally and personally. Find out more about Total Rewards at Perrigo. Hybrid Working Approach We love our offices and the setting they provide for in-person collaboration and celebration. But we also appreciate the opportunity to work remotely can energise you too, so we promote flexibility with the ability to work two days a week from home in many roles. We are proud to be included in the Forbes list of "America's Best Employers by State 2024". Find out more here Applicants please note: To apply to this position please click the APPLY button at the bottom of the application. (The SAVE button will only save your profile information but not submit an application for this open position.) Thank you. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by law. #weareperrigo