Enablement Manager, Google Procurement Organization at Google

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Oct, 26

Salary

197000.0

Posted On

17 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Program Management, AI-driven Solutions, Stakeholder Management, Resource Allocation, Risk Management, KPI Tracking, Leadership, Strategic Alignment, Process Standardization, Analytical Problem-solving, Communication

Industry

Software Development

Description

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: * Bachelor's degree in project management, business administration, a related field or equivalent practical experience. * 7 years of experience in project and program management. * Experience successfully managing and delivering programs and projects aligned with organizational goals. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: * Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification. * Experience identifying manual tasks and implementing AI-driven solutions to reduce operational overhead * Ability to establish and maintain standardized processes, methodologies, and best practices for project and program management. * Exceptional communication and skills for facilitating communication between project teams, stakeholders, and leadership. * Analytical and problem-solving skills to monitor project performance, track key metrics, and evaluate project outcomes against predefined goals. * Strong leadership and team management skills to guide and mentor project managers and teams effectively. ABOUT THE JOB: In the Google Procurement Organization (GPO), our aim is to unlock value for Google to reinvest in what matters most. We do this by bringing velocity, efficiency, and security to buying at Google, while partnering deeply across Google to deliver solutions fit for purpose. As a centralized organization operating in a high complexity environment, we bring "one voice" to stakeholders and suppliers to ensure the best outcomes. Our organization fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation while providing opportunities for ongoing career growth and development. Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. US: $136000 - $197000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits Learn more about benefits at Google [https://www.google.com/about/careers/applications/benefits/]. RESPONSIBILITIES: * Develop and align programs and projects with GPO's overall strategic goals, and ensure individual projects contribute to the broader objectives of GPO * Support management of resources across various projects and optimization of resource allocation to ensure efficient utilization and prioritization of tasks * Help identify and manage risks that may impact project delivery or program success, and work to resolve issues and mitigate risks promptly * Facilitate communication between project teams, stakeholders, and leadership, and ensure transparency while keeping stakeholders informed about project progress, risks, and changes * Monitor the performance of various programs and projects, tracking key metrics, and generate reports for leadership to make informed decisions; this includes evaluating project outcomes against predefined goals and KPIs.

Responsibilities

Develop and align programs with the Google Procurement Organization's strategic goals while managing resource allocation and risk mitigation. Facilitate communication between stakeholders and leadership and monitor project performance using key metrics and KPIs.