Program Manager

This role is for one of Weekday's clients
Salary range: Rs 500000 - Rs 1500000 (ie INR 5 - 15 LPA)
Min Experience: 5+ years
Location: Bengaluru
JobType: full-time
We are looking for a proactive and analytical Program Manager to drive cross-functional initiatives, solve complex business problems, and support strategic and operational priorities. The ideal candidate will combine strong problem-solving abilities, data-driven decision-making, and excellent communication skills to deliver measurable business outcomes.
This role requires someone who can work independently, navigate ambiguity, adapt to shifting priorities, and quickly understand new business domains. You will take ownership of diverse challenges, collaborate with multiple stakeholders, and translate strategic objectives into actionable plans and successful execution.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
Program Management: Plan, coordinate, and execute strategic and operational initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals, timelines, and expected outcomes
Strategy & Execution: Identify business opportunities, evaluate challenges, develop actionable strategies, and drive implementation to achieve measurable results
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with teams across functions to align priorities, resolve bottlenecks, and ensure smooth execution of key initiatives
Data Analysis & Insights: Use SQL, advanced spreadsheets, and other analytical tools to evaluate performance, identify trends, and support data-backed decisions
Problem-Solving: Take ownership of complex and varied business problems, develop structured approaches, and implement practical solutions
Process Improvement: Identify operational inefficiencies, streamline workflows, and establish scalable processes to improve productivity and business performance
Stakeholder Management: Communicate progress, risks, dependencies, and recommendations clearly to relevant stakeholders
Adaptability & Learning: Quickly understand new domains, business models, and operational challenges while adapting to changing priorities
Performance Tracking: Define success metrics, monitor outcomes, and provide regular updates on program progress and business impact
Ambiguity Management: Bring structure to unclear problems, prioritize effectively, and make informed decisions in fast-changing environments
Qualifications & Experience
3+ years of experience in operations, strategy, consulting, growth, program management, or a founder's office
Alternatively, an MBA with at least 2+ years of professional work experience
Demonstrated ability to manage and solve at least two distinct types of business problems and deliver measurable results
Strong analytical skills, with proficiency in SQL or advanced spreadsheet tools
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and concisely
Comfort working in ambiguous environments with evolving priorities and limited direction
Strong ownership, execution, and stakeholder management capabilities
Ability to learn new industries, business functions, and domains quickly
Must-Have Skills
Strategy
Operations
Program Management
Data Analysis
Problem-Solving
Stakeholder Management
Good-to-Have Skills
Healthcare
Pharma
Consulting
Business Growth Strategy
SQL
Advanced Spreadsheets
Process Improvement
Cross-Functional Project Management

Work arrangement
No