BE PART OF BUILDING THE FUTURE.

What do NASA and emerging space companies have in common with COVID vaccine R&D teams or with Roblox and the Metaverse? 

The answer is data, -- all fast moving, fast growing industries rely on data for a competitive edge in their industries. And the most advanced companies are realizing the full data advantage by partnering with Pure Storage. Pure’s vision is to redefine the storage experience and empower innovators by simplifying how people consume and interact with data. With 11,000+ customers including 58% of the Fortune 500, we’ve only scratched the surface of our ambitions. 

Pure is blazing trails and setting records:

• For ten straight years, Gartner has named Pure a leader in the Magic Quadrant 
• Our customer-first culture and unwavering commitment to innovation have earned us a certified Net Promoter Score in the top 1% of B2B companies globally
• Industry analysts and press applaud Pure’s leadership across these dimensions
• And, our 5,000+ employees are emboldened to make Pure a faster, stronger, smarter company as we go

If you, like us, say “bring it on” to exciting challenges that change the world, we have endless opportunities where you can make your mark.

SHOULD YOU ACCEPT THIS CHALLENGE...

As a Senior Program Manager, you'll lead portfolio management alongside the Go-To-Market (GTM) leader, evaluating new demands, building business cases, and prioritizing initiatives for strategic portfolio roadmaps. Collaborating with GTM leadership and the program teams ensuring seamless portfolio planning, resource onboarding, and outcome achievement.

Your oversight will guarantee strategic alignment of program delivery while fostering a culture of accountability and excellence. You'll also closely partner with APMO leaders to establish and evolve processes, tools, and methodologies, including demand management, portfolio oversight, and effective communication strategies.

What You’ll Do

• Lead end-to-end program structure and planning for GTM initiatives, ensuring cross-functional alignment, accountability, and collaboration for successful delivery.
• Connect teams' initiatives to overarching business objectives, inspect progress, and optimize plans based on continuous learning.
• Communicate status and drive executive alignment on key strategic decisions, orchestrating content development for C-suite reviews.
• Unblock issues, provide a systematic means to track execution, and assist the Go-to-Market team with large, complex programs and partnership goals.
• Be a resource for ideation, innovation, program management, and lead strategic programs contributing to Pure business growth.
• Drive continuous improvement through retrospection, learning, and optimization for Lean Execution.
• Guide teams in selecting and implementing Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid, SAFe, Lean, and Kanban methodologies for optimal project execution.
• Support GTM programs by leveraging past knowledge, aligning IT initiatives with market strategies, and defining clear business requirements.
• Lead planning and resource onboarding for new projects, ensuring streamlined initiation processes and efficient execution.
• Ensure adherence to APMO, IT, and corporate standards, proactively assess and mitigate potential risks, and guide recovery strategies when needed.
• Provide regular portfolio updates during steering committee meetings, furnishing leadership with insights for informed decision-making.
• Contribute to establishing and maturing the APMO, shaping processes for improved project management practices, and manage projects hands-on during resource constraints for successful delivery.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of GTM strategies, sales processes, and customer lifecycle management.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of proven experience in portfolio program management or management consulting, demonstrating successful leadership in managing complex projects.
• Proficiency and proven experience in implementing various methodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, Lean, and Kanban.
• Strong leadership capabilities with a track record of leading cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration, and driving results.
• Ability to align GTM initiatives with organizational goals, demonstrating a strategic mindset in project planning and execution.
• Experienced at implementing a comprehensive metrics plan to evaluate portfolio performance, ensure alignment with strategic objectives and facilitate data-driven decision-making.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, adept at conveying complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Able to create and implement a comprehensive communications plan.
• Proficiency in proactive risk assessment and mitigation strategies across project lifecycles.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, including the ability to effectively engage and influence senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Experience in managing budgets, resource allocation, and vendor relationships to ensure cost-effective project delivery.
• Competency in organizational change management, driving transformational initiatives and navigating organizational shifts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, capable of identifying issues and providing effective solutions.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities, handle ambiguity, and thrive in a dynamic environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field. A master's degree is a plus.
• PMP certification is desirable.
• SAFe Program Consultant certification, SAFe Agilist certification, Scrum Master certification, PMI Agile Certified Practitioner highly desirable.

Pure creates opportunities for your development and career growth. 

At Pure, we believe that each Puritan is a leader contributing to the success of our business, regardless of role. We offer an assortment of learning options available to all Puritans, including workshops on leadership, management, career development and more! We’re here to change the world and we hope you join us!  

Popular Perks 

Pure offers an unlimited vacation policy, free lunches, meditation rooms, free yoga classes and employee resource groups, such as Pure Equality and Pure Vets, to encourage all of our employees to maintain mind and body wellness. We offer numerous volunteer opportunities for employees to give back not only to the Bay Area, but across the globe. 

https://hrportal.ehr.com/pure/US/What-To-Do-When/Life-Events/Joining-Pure-Candidates 

The annual base salary range is: $167,000-$251,000. Salary ranges are determined based on role, level and location. For positions open to candidates in multiple geographical locations, the base salary range is reflective of the labor market across the applicable locations. This role may be eligible for incentive pay and/or equity. And because we understand the value of bringing your full and best self to work, we offer a variety of perks to manage a healthy balance, including flexible time off, wellness resources, and company-sponsored team events - check out purebenefits.com for more information. 

BE YOU—CORPORATE CLONES NEED NOT APPLY.

Pure is where you ask big questions, think differently, and make an impact. This is not just a job, but a place where you have a voice and can accelerate your career. We value unique thoughts and celebrate individuality, and with ample opportunity to learn, develop yourself, and expand into different roles, joining Pure is an investment in your career journey.

Through our Pure Equality program, which supports a flourishing field of employee resource groups, we nourish the personal and professional lives of our team members. And our Pure Good Foundation gives back to local and global communities through volunteering and grants.

And because we understand the value of bringing your full and best self to work, we offer a variety of perks to manage a healthy balance, including flexible time off, wellness resources, and company-sponsored team events.

PURE IS COMMITTED TO EQUALITY.

Research shows that in order to apply for a job, women feel they need to meet 100% of the criteria while men usually apply after meeting about 60%. Regardless of how you identify, if you believe you can do the job and are a good match, we encourage you to apply.

Pure is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other characteristic legally protected by the laws of the jurisdiction in which you are being considered for hire. 

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at TA-Ops@purestorage.com.

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