Strategic Program Manager – Strategy Management Office

Grade Level (for internal use):

The Team: S&P Global Market Intelligence’s Data Strategic Programs and Initiatives team drives vision and strategy with a critical, thoughtful, and intuitive approach, fostering enterprise-wide collaboration to enhance Market Intelligence capabilities and drive overall success for the enterprise. The Program Manager will roll up to the Data Business Operations group, housed under the Data Shared Capability function of S&P Global Market Intelligence.

We lead and manage long-cycle enterprise-wide and MI Data strategic programs in partnership with stakeholders across the organization. We are seeking a Program Manager to develop and implement MI and enterprise-wide strategic programs and projects. This role involves working closely with senior leaders to define, develop, and execute these initiatives, ensuring alignment with both Market Intelligence and enterprise-wide goals.

The Impact: The project manager is focused on combining high quality execution ability, attention to detail, strong project management and communication skills, while building effective partnerships across the enterprise.  

This role is responsible for the successful execution of both enterprise-wide and MI Data initiatives, supporting the strategic direction of Market Intelligence and the enterprise. The Program Manager will partner with stakeholders to drive significant and measurable change, focusing on enhancing enterprise capabilities, enabling cross-divisional data discovery and synergy, and developing shared ontology and taxonomy.

What’s in it for you:

• Opportunity to further develop your project management skills within a dynamic global organization  
• Lead large-scale projects that directly impact the day-to-day operations and growth prospects of our division and the enterprise  
• Further develop executive presence and influencing skills 
• Build on your experience with keeping multiple projects moving while managing stakeholder expectations and interacting with business and enterprise partners 
• Direct collaboration with and coaching from more senior program directors to improve program and change management skills 
• Cross-business and cross-divisional initiatives offer a variety of opportunities for professional development 
• Clear accountability in a highly collaborative environment focused on team goals and successes 

Primary responsibilities will be:

• Creates project plans and monitors projects through governance structures. 
  • Manage day-to-day activities of assigned projects, including requirements gathering, identification and monitoring of key success factors and metrics, risk/issue management, dependencies and workflows, communications, plan development and maintenance, preparation of presentation materials. 
  • Manages relationships, resolves conflicts, and facilitates and manages the political aspects of stakeholder management.  
  • Develops business strategies, techniques, and tools to identify barriers to success and facilitate prevention strategies. 
  • Collaborate with colleagues across a global organization. 
  • Work independently and make appropriate project-related decisions with as-needed guidance from project advisor
  • Proactively seek, document and incorporate stakeholder and customer feedback 
  • Recommend plan customizations, as appropriate, to best serve project needs 
  • Work on sensitive projects or with sensitive data  

We’re Looking For: An individual with a proven track record of running large-scale programs from discovery to execution. The ideal candidate will demonstrate attention to detail, a desire to learn and grow, critical thinking, and strong problem-solving skills. This role requires a commitment to enterprise-wide collaboration and the ability to lead initiatives that drive impactful results for both Market Intelligence and the broader organization.

Basic Qualifications:

• 4-6 years of project/program management work experience 
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional project teams using standard tools (charter, project plan, RAID, RACI, process flow diagrams, communication plan, Standard Operating Procedures, change management plan, requirements assessment, control plan, meeting agendas and notes etc.) 
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment at all levels in the organization  
• Self-direction, proactive behaviors, and ability to thrive fluid working environment 
• Excellent written and verbal English communications skills  
• Ability to independently set priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• PMP Certification and coursework in Project Management
• Advanced knowledge in using Smartsheets, Excel, PowerPoint
• Moderate knowledge in Visio and Excel
• Proven track record of running large-scale programs from discovery to execution
• Strong attention to detail, creative thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to lead and collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the organization
• Excellent communication skills to drive a comprehensive communications strategy

About S&P Global Market Intelligence
At S&P Global Market Intelligence, a division of S&P Global we understand the importance of accurate, deep and insightful information. Our team of experts delivers unrivaled insights and leading data and technology solutions, partnering with customers to expand their perspective, operate with confidence, and make decisions with conviction.
For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence.

What’s In It For You?

Our Purpose:

Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.
Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.
From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:
 

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include: 

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

  
  

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

  
  

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

  
  

• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

  
  

• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

  
  

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

  
  

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at S&P Global:
At S&P Global, we believe diversity fuels creative insights, equity unlocks opportunity, and inclusion drives growth and innovation – Powering Global Markets. Our commitment centers on our global workforce, ensuring that our people are empowered to bring their whole selves to work. It doesn’t stop there, we strive to better reflect and serve the communities in which we live and work, and advocate for greater opportunity for all.
 

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Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.  Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment. 

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person. 

US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf describes discrimination protections under federal law.  Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision - https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_ English_formattedESQA508c.pdf

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