Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Valvoline Global Operations is seeking an IT Program Manager - AI & Digital to lead complex, cross-functional technology programs. The role involves overseeing large-scale initiatives that drive enterprise growth and digital transformation, while also managing a team and collaborating with executive stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex, multi-project programs aligned to digital, AI, and enterprise technology roadmaps
• Oversee large-scale initiatives and AI/data programs supporting enterprise growth strategies
• Ensure integration across workstreams, proactively managing scope, dependencies, risk, and timeline
• Drive value realization by aligning program outcomes to defined business objectives and measurable performance indicators
• Own executive-level program reporting, dashboards, and steering committee communications
• Partner with the Chief Digital & AI Officer, IT leadership, and cross-functional executives to align priorities and sequencing
• Provide clear visibility into program health, delivery risks, and organizational readiness
• Influence enterprise decision-making through structured analysis, scenario planning, and transparent communication
• Directly manage and develop a small team of Project Managers, providing coaching, performance management, and workload prioritization
• Establish consistent delivery standards, governance rigor, and accountability across assigned programs
• Build bench strength within the PMO to support expanding AI and enterprise technology initiatives
• Ensure programs are sequenced and resourced in alignment with enterprise priorities
• Identify cross-program risks, interdependencies, and optimization opportunities
• Support planning and forecasting processes in partnership with IT leadership
• Lead cross-functional teams spanning IT, Digital, AI, Data, Analytics, and Business functions
• Coordinate matrix resources to support enterprise AI and digital growth initiatives
• Remove organizational barriers and resolve escalated issues to maintain program momentum
• Strengthen program management frameworks, reporting standards, and governance models within the PMO
• Promote scalable delivery practices to support increasing program complexity and organizational growth

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field required
• 12+ years of progressive experience in IT project and program management
• 5+ years leading complex, enterprise-level programs with multiple concurrent initiatives
• Demonstrated experience supporting digital transformation, AI, data, ERP, or enterprise technology initiatives
• Experience working with executive stakeholders and preparing executive-level communications and reporting
• Proven experience leading and developing project managers or delivery leads
• PMP certification required
• Strong program governance and delivery oversight expertise
• Ability to manage integrated program roadmaps with multiple concurrent workstreams
• Executive-level communication and presentation skills
• Experience building structured reporting dashboards and performance metrics
• Strong risk identification and mitigation planning capability
• Ability to influence cross-functional leaders without direct authority
• Demonstrated ability to balance strategic priorities with disciplined execution
• Enterprise mindset with strong business acumen
• Strategic thinking with disciplined execution
• Executive presence and sound judgment
• Accountability and ownership of outcomes
• Collaborative leadership across matrixed teams
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and scale evolving initiatives
• Master's degree
• Agile, SAFe, or related certifications

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