Position Summary Continuing with the tradition of innovation, MetLife, as part of its Data and Analytics function, has established a Data and Analytics (DnA) center in India. The setup of DnA Hyderabad center is a key multi-year strategic initiative focused on scaling data governance, data architecture, data engineering, data science/machine learning/ artificial intelligence, visualization, agile delivery capabilities, enabling more cost-effective analytics operating model and increasing data and analytics maturity across the MetLife global community. Role Value Proposition: Driven by passion and a zeal to succeed, we are looking for accomplished Program Manager to structure, plan and handle multiple projects with minimum supervision and will be responsible for successful completion of projects supporting the Delivery Manager at Hyderabad & US with various strategic initiatives in development and successful implementation of governance and process excellence practices. This position would be responsible for complete adherence of the projects and its objectives and support all aspects of project management. This role will support development of best practices, processes and framework to achieve standardization and streamlining across various initiatives. Job Responsibilities Serve as analytics program manager on data, analytics projects and POCs working with data engineers, business analysts, data scientists, IT teams, vendors, executive leaders, and business stakeholders Drive transparency leveraging tech stack and data, own progress reporting and proactively communicate status Drive delivery of projects using Agile methodology for data and analytics programs Responsible for defining, delivering, implementing and executing data and analytics programs from conceptualization to production Solution program challenges and assess efforts against business value for prioritization and ROI Responsible for defining relevant program metrics, status reports and continuous measurement of program portfolio best practices Lead, coach, support and mentor junior team members Interact with senior leadership teams across Data and analytics, IT and business teams Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Education Bachelor's Technology /IT specialization is preferred. MBA is a preferred qualification Experience 8-12+ years of progressive experience in project/program management role with proven people influencing experience including with virtual and global teams Agile project management/delivery experience is a must preferably with Data and Analytics background Proficient in MS Office suite: Excel, PowerPoint, Project. Understanding of analytical tool stack, Azure Devboards, Jira, SharePoint is a plus PMP/Prince2, CSM, SAFe Agilist certifications are preferred Ability to identify risks to project success and recommend course of action to prevent risk from negatively impacting the project; Effectively recognize when to escalate issues and options to senior management for resolution Superior solutioning techniques, organizational skills and ability to manage multiple ongoing projects. Excellent collaboration and communication skills, both written and verbal Demonstrated competency with cross-group collaboration, organizational agility, and analytical planning Strong leadership & negotiation skills
