Director, IT Program Management (Loveland, CO, Fountain Valley, CA, NYC; Hybrid)

We understand that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and that’s why we’re inspired to make A Better World for Pets. Antech is comprised of a diverse team of individuals who are committed to each other’s growth and development. Our culture is centered on our guiding philosophy, The Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom. Today Antech is driving the future of pet health as part of Mars Science & Diagnostics, a family-owned company focused on veterinary care.

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PURPOSE OF JOB: 

The IT Program Management team plays a pivotal role in driving the diagnostic technology roadmap and strategy while leading cross-functional project teams in the execution of all international integration efforts. This role requires a unique blend of technical expertise, business acumen, and strong leadership skills.

The IT Program Management Director oversees the program management function of IT to ensure that IT programs and projects meet business goals and requirements.  Develops and implements program and project management processes and policies, collaborates with project management staff, and collaborates with global level stakeholders to define, prioritize, and develop project resources, project teams and track, and execute on all deliverables and Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s). Projects must be delivered on time, within scope, and on budget. Extensive experience required in constructing a complete global program management office, operating in a matrix organizational leadership role, with highly proficient project management & leadership skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and implement the global IT PMO vision, strategy, and roadmap, and ensure projects are planned and executed in-line with a defined Program Management approach.

• Lead and execute all technical business plans and international integration related projects.

• Lead and mentor highly effective cross-functional international project teams across the organization, providing guidance, direction, and support throughout the project lifecycle.

• Develop and maintain global IT organization level project plans and reporting documentation as necessary to ensure timely communication and successful delivery of assigned projects.

• Develop and manages IT financial budget and plans associated with the global information technology organization, software systems, data, approved IT projects, and the resources needed to manage and support these.

• Collaborate with stakeholders, including executive leadership, R&D, commercial, and engineering, to shape the technology roadmap and ensure successful execution.

• Provide leadership in assuring appropriate tools are used to plan and control projects.

• Ensure deliverables meet required quality standards.

• Develop and maintain a communications plan and keep leaders and stakeholders apprised of project plans and related implications.

• Manage assigned resources as appropriate to the implementation of project related activities.

• Prepare and maintain project documentation, such as initiation, delivery plans, and budgets.

• Ensure that projects align with desired customer experience, architectural principles, scalability requirements, and security best practices.

• Ensure business benefits can be realized or that risks inhibiting realization are highlighted.

• Identification, acquisition, management, and coordination of internal and external service providers as necessary to meet project timescales.

• Provide support as necessary to global level business initiatives and change projects.

• Continue to foster a positive culture where the team enjoys and is challenged by what they do and who they work with, and have the necessary resources to be successful in their role(s)

• May be asked to participate in other initiatives, special projects and other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree; master’s preferred

• Significant experience (10+ years) leading and motivating collaborative project teams in a cross-functional, indirect management environment.

• Extensive project experience in a role that requires involvement and understanding of change leadership and management.

• Experience project managing organization wide IT initiatives, including the introduction of new processes to support these initiatives.

• Aware of industry and professional standards (e.g. six sigma)

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:  

• Ability to multi-task – Manages multiple tasks at one time; quickly and accurately shifts attention among multiple tasks under distracting conditions without loss of accuracy or appearance of frustration.

• Analytical Thinking – Effective at acquiring an understanding of a problem or situation and developing an approach to interacting with the situation.

• Strategic Perspective – Needs to keep overall objective and strategies in mind and not be deflected by matters not related to project success.

• Applying standards – Effective in the application of relevant industry and process standards to all tasks undertaken

• Industry Developments – Must take the initiative to ensure skills and specializations are kept up to date in line with industry developments and ensure that all relevant skill sets are current.

• Communication skills – Reads, writes and speaks fluent English, using appropriate grammar, style and vocabulary.  Correctly, spells commonly used English words and job specific terms   Demonstrates exceptionally strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Organizational ability – Demonstrates a systematic approach in carrying out assignments.  Is very orderly and excels at cutting through confusion and turning chaos into order. 

• Problem solving skills – Demonstrates a strong ability to identify, analyze and solve problems.  Unusually decisive in handling difficult problems. Translates problems into practical solutions.

• Computer skills – Comfortably and confidently uses a computer and specialized software. Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, etc.

• Management skills – Ability to manage associates effectively, setting goals and direction, and holding individuals accountable to meet job expectations. Ability to successfully supervise, coach and mentor others.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

• Extensive sitting, phone, and computer use

• Extend and reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers.

• Occasionally required to bend, kneel, stoop, or crouch

• May be required to lift, move, and carry up to 15 lbs.

• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

• Hearing ability to effectively communicate via the telephone and in person.

• Ability to communicate verbally on the telephone and in person.

• Fluency in the English language

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

The employee will primarily work in a typical office environment including the use of cubicles, computers, and overhead lighting. Temperature extremes will be minimal to nonexistent. 

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  The employee will be required to use a computer, spreadsheets, database management, email, and the Internet.  The employee is frequently required to use a calculator, fax, copy machine, and phone system. 

About Antech

Antech is a leader in veterinary diagnostics, driven by our passion for innovation that delivers better animal health outcomes. Our products and services span 90+ reference laboratories around the globe; in-house diagnostic laboratory instruments and consumables, including rapid assay diagnostic products and digital cytology services; local and cloud-based data services; practice information management software and related software and support; veterinary imaging and technology; veterinary professional education and training; and board-certified specialist support services.

Antech offers an industry competitive benefits package and continues to invest in and evolve benefits programs that meet the health, wellness and financial needs of our associates.

• All Full-time associates are eligible for the following benefits and more:

• Paid Time Off & Holidays

• Medical, Dental, Vision (Multiple Plans Available)

• Basic Life (Company Paid) & Supplemental Life

• Short and Long Term Disability (Company Paid)

• Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts

• Paid Parental Leave

• 401(k) with company match

• Tuition/Continuing Education Reimbursement

• Life Assistance Program

• Pet Care Discounts

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement, please see our Career page at Antech Careers.

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