Senior Project Manager

Job description

Who We Are: Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today. JOB MISSION In this role as Senior Project Manager, you will lead complex, cross-functional initiatives that deliver meaningful business outcomes and advance organizational strategy. This role is responsible for driving the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple concurrent projects, programs, and business transformation initiatives using a best-fit delivery approach (Agile, hybrid, or traditional), while adapting to evolving priorities and business needs. A key focus of this role is leading enterprise-scale transformation efforts, including global ERP implementations, technology modernization programs, and operational transformation initiatives that enable business growth and scalability. The Senior Project Manager will serve as a critical connector between business, product, and technology teams, helping bridge the gap between product-led and project-led technology organizations to ensure alignment from strategy through execution. As a trusted partner to business, technology, product, and delivery teams, the Senior Project Manager fosters collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. As a senior member of the PMO, this role contributes to PMO standards, mentors other project managers, and proactively identifies opportunities to strengthen delivery effectiveness, governance, and operational maturity. MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES Lead the end-to-end delivery of multiple cross-functional projects, programs, or workstreams, ensuring alignment to strategic objectives , timelines, scope, budget, and quality expectations. Apply and tailor delivery methodologies (Agile, hybrid, or traditional) to suit project needs while promoting agility and continuous improvement. Establish and maintain clear project plans, milestones, dependencies, resource plans, and success metrics. Proactively manage project RAID (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, and Dependencies), including mitigation planning and timely escalation when required . Facilitate project governance through structured status reporting, RAG indicators, milestone reviews, executive steering committees, and leadership updates. Partner with business stakeholders, product, engineering, architecture, and technology teams to translate strategic objectives into actionable requirements and execution plans. Lead complex business transformation programs, including enterprise-wide and global ERP implementations, ensuring successful delivery across business functions, geographies, and technology platforms. Serve as a strategic liaison between business, product, and technology teams, bridging the gap between product and project delivery organizations to drive alignment, transparency, and execution success. Partner with Product Management, Enterprise Architecture, Engineering, and business stakeholders to align product roadmaps, project priorities, and organizational objectives . Drive organizational change management, stakeholder engagement, communication, and adoption activities associated with large-scale business transformation and technology initiatives. Manage global stakeholder relationships, governance forums, and executive communications for highly visible, enterprise-wide programs. Schedule and facilitate necessary meetings throughout all project phases; manage decisions and action items; monitor, track, and report project progress. Work with external vendors and internal teams to plan and manage project activities, provide governance and oversight, and deliver status and other communications to Business, IT, Product, and Leadership stakeholders. Identify opportunities to improve project delivery processes, tools, governance frameworks, and ways of working across the PMO. Provide mentoring, coaching, and guidance to project managers and project team members to elevate delivery excellence and project management maturity. REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of project management experience in a relevant business or technology field. Strong understanding of and hands-on experience with the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). Experience managing multiple concurrent projects, programs, or complex workstreams in a fast-paced environment. Proven expertise in Agile, Scrum, hybrid, and traditional project management methodologies. Experience with project management tools such as Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, or similar platforms. Ability to work within Agile lifecycle tools such as Azure DevOps (ADO), Jira, or comparable solutions. Experience leading large-scale business transformation initiatives, including global ERP implementations, enterprise platform deployments, or digital transformation programs. Demonstrated ability to operate effectively within both product-centric and project-centric technology organizations, aligning stakeholders and driving delivery outcomes. Experience managing global, cross-functional programs involving multiple business units, technology teams, vendors, and executive stakeholders. Strong executive communication, stakeholder management, influence, and organizational change management skills. Demonstrated ability to influence without direct authority, build trusted relationships, and drive alignment across diverse stakeholder groups. Self-motivated with the ability to work independently, take a hands-on approach, and help teams achieve successful outcomes in complex environments. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience supporting or leading SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics 365, or other enterprise ERP implementations. PMP, PMI-ACP, Scrum Master, SAFe , or similar project management certifications. Experience working within retail, consumer products, supply chain, manufacturing, or global enterprise environments. Knowledge of portfolio management, PMO governance frameworks, and enterprise transformation best practices. Experience managing projects across globally distributed teams and multiple time zones. Boston, MA Headquarters - (NB) Only Pay Range: $100,200.00 - $129,300.00 - $158,400.00 Annual (actual base pay varying based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, internal equity, geographic location, and more.) Regular Associate Benefits Our products are only as good as the people we hire, so we make sure to hire the best and treat them accordingly. New Balance offers a comprehensive traditional benefits package including three options for medical insurance as well as dental, vision, life insurance and 401K. We also proudly offer a slate of more nontraditional perks – opportunities like online learning and development courses, tuition reimbursement, $100 monthly student loan support and various mentorship programs – that encourage our associates to grow personally as they develop professionally. You’ll also enjoy a yearly $1,000 lifestyle reimbursement, 4 weeks of vacations, 12 holidays and generous parental leave, because work-life balance is more than just a buzzword – it’s part of our culture. Temporary associates are provided three options for medical insurance as well as dental and vision insurance and an associate discount. Part time associates are provided 401k, short term disability, a yearly $300 lifestyle reimbursement and an associate discount. Flexible Work Schedule For decades we have fostered a unique culture founded on our values with a particular focus on in-person teamwork and collaboration. Our North American hybrid model encourages rich in-person experiences, showcasing our commitment to teamwork and connection, while maintaining flexibility for associates. New Balance Associates currently work in office three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). Our offices are fully open, and amenities are available across our North American office locations. To continue our focus on hybrid work we have introduced “Work from Anywhere” (WFA) for four weeks per calendar year. This model will help us enhance our culture while continuing to maintain elements of flexibility. Equal Opportunity Employer New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran, or any other protected status.