Programme Manager wanted to join our team in Portugal. The opportunity: You will lead teams to deliver high quality, complex projects on budget and within a specified timeframe to achieve the potential benefits defined in the business case. You'll work closely with the Account Director to achieve productivity goals and contribute to the organisation's overall success.What you'll get to do:Accountable for all delivery across the programmeAnalyse, evaluate, and overcome programme risks, and produce accurate programme reports for management and stakeholdersMaintain organisational standards of satisfaction, quality, and performance, including the creation and implementation of ways of working at the start of a programmeCreate and implement effective ways of working at the start of the programme and ensure these are adhered to throughout the project lifecycleTrack and manage dependencies between projects and workstreams, creating programme level plans to ensure these are addressedEnsure programme goals are reached by keeping the workstreams updated on progress and any changes that need to be made.Provide support and guidance to project managers within your account and line management for several project managers outside of your account.Maintain a resource plan showing resource commitment across the projects and keep track of potential end dates in association with functional lead personnelTrack resource requests and manage fulfilment of these requests internally or externally as appropriateDevelop strong relationships with VML team members and client stakeholders at all levelsWork with the client to understand their vision and plan the programme of work to successfully achieve that vision to the greatest effectDefine and implement programme level governance in conjunction with the clientManage third party vendors on behalf of the clientWhat you should have:Experience in managing multiple teams across different workstreams. As a minimum, if in a team management role, this should be at least 20 peopleA good understanding of the software development lifecycle & release managementProven track record in the successful delivery of an ecommerce migration/Re-platformStrong stakeholder management skillsExcellent negotiation skills & an ability to handle sensitive issues with tact & diplomacyExposure to medium to large scale fixed price project deliveryExperience in multi-vendor managementExperience of managing people and financial budgets (including programme budgeting, monitoring financials etc.) ideally in an eCommerce environmentExperience of overseeing 3rd partiesExcellent risk management skillsMinimum of three years' experience working in an Agile environmentProven track record of working with organisations moving from Waterfall to Agile delivery approachesWorking knowledge of Agile frameworks, Scrum and KanbanEffective leadership skills with experience of managing other project managers.Strong time management & organisational skills.Excellent communication and relationship management skillsGood commercial knowledge, experience of contract negotiations would be advantageous.Software Application Development related Project management experience (min 6 years).Proficient with Microsoft Office Packages, especially MS Excel and MS PowerPointExcellent verbal and written communication skills in EnglishMinimum BA/BS degree with a major in information management, marketing, communications, business or other closely-related areas is an advantageWhat we can offer you: Alongside the opportunity to work with some of the most exciting brands around the world, we'll also prioritise your career development and help you grow your skills. We'll empower you to make a difference, allow you to be yourself, and respect who you are.Permanent only:We offer a great benefits package including training opportunities, medical insurance, Dental insurance, Meal cards, social events, family friendly policies, discounts with hundreds of retailers and much more.WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics.#J-18808-Ljbffr