**Job Posting: Program Manager, Product & Planning**

**Location:** Canada : Ontario : Mississauga
**Job Status:** Regular - Full Time
**Application Deadline:** 01/07/2025

**Company Overview:**
At Bell, our purpose is to advance how Canadians connect with each other and the world. We provide consumers and businesses with superior network technologies, innovative digital solutions, and seamless customer experiences. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion fosters a supportive community where all team members can thrive.

**Position Overview:**
The Program Manager, Product & Planning is responsible for the successful planning, execution, monitoring, controlling, and closure of cross-functional capital programs, emphasizing capital management and prioritization. This role requires excellent organizational and leadership skills, a strong ability to communicate, and a proven capability to optimize resource allocation to deliver maximum ROI.

**Key Responsibilities:**
- Develop and maintain comprehensive program plans, including timelines, budgets, resource allocation, risk assessments, and capital expenditure justifications.
- Lead cross-functional program teams, facilitating communication and collaboration among stakeholders, aligning projects with strategic goals and available capital.
- Track program progress, identify and mitigate risks, and adjust resource allocation for optimal outcomes.
- Manage program budgets, ensuring adherence to financial constraints and optimizing capital expenditure.
- Conduct regular program status meetings, providing updates to senior management on key performance indicators.
- Define and manage program scope, aligning with product strategy and business objectives.
- Implement program governance processes, including change management and issue resolution.
- Identify and manage program dependencies, ensuring smooth integration across teams.
- Proactively mitigate risks impacting program success, particularly regarding capital investment.
- Utilize project management tools to effectively manage programs, incorporating capital budgeting techniques.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across finance and executive leadership.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of product development processes, enhancing capital efficiency and ROI.

**Critical Qualifications:**
- 5-7+ years of experience in program management within a product development environment, with a proven track record of capital management.
- Experience delivering complex projects on time and within budget, maximizing ROI.
- Strong understanding of product development lifecycles (Agile, Waterfall) and capital budgeting processes.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills focused on financial analysis and optimization.
- Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Asana) and financial modeling software (e.g., Excel).
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing competing priorities.
- Knowledge of financial management principles, including capital budgeting and ROI analysis.

**Additional Information:**
Adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.

**Work Arrangement:**
Successful candidates must be based in Canada and report to a set Bell office for a minimum of 3 days a week. Flexible work hours based on business needs are available.

**Benefits:**
Bell offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive compensation package including medical, dental, vision, and mental health benefits. Employees enjoy a 35% discount on services and access to exclusive partner offers.

We value the diverse experiences of our team members and are committed to providing an inclusive workplace. We encourage individuals requiring accommodations during the hiring process to let us know.

**How to Apply:**
Please apply directly online to be considered for this role. Applications through email will not be accepted.

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