Senior IT Program Manager – Retail & Supply Chain / Broomfield, CO or Boston, MA

Senior IT Program Manager – Retails Exp Required**
Job Title: Senior IT Program Manager – Supply Chain & PlanningLocation: Broomfield, CO or Boston, MAWork Arrangement: Hybrid / RemotePosition Level: SeniorEmployment Type: Contract
Job SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Senior IT Program Manager with strong domain knowledge in Supply Chain Management and Planning, preferably with prior experience working for a retail organization.The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing large-scale IT programs and technology initiatives related to supply chain operations, warehouse optimization, demand forecasting, and supply planning.This role requires someone who can bridge business and technology teams, manage complex program delivery, engage senior stakeholders, and drive supply chain transformation initiatives within a retail environment.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage end-to-end IT programs focused on Supply Chain Management and Planning.Drive technology initiatives involving demand forecasting, supply planning, inventory management, and warehouse optimization.Work closely with retail business stakeholders to understand supply chain challenges and translate business needs into IT solutions.Manage cross-functional teams, including business analysts, technical teams, solution architects, and implementation partners.Oversee program scope, timelines, budgets, risks, dependencies, and delivery milestones.Coordinate implementation and integration of supply chain planning systems and enterprise applications.Drive process improvements and technology-enabled transformation across retail supply chain operations.Manage stakeholder communications, executive reporting, and program governance.Ensure successful delivery of technology solutions aligned with retail business objectives.Required Skills & QualificationsStrong experience as a Senior IT Program Manager or IT Program Manager.Proven experience managing IT programs within the Supply Chain and Planning domain.Retail industry experience is highly preferred; candidates must have worked with a retailer.Strong understanding of:Supply Chain Management (SCM)Demand Forecasting and Demand PlanningSupply PlanningWarehouse Optimization and Warehouse ManagementInventory ManagementExperience managing large-scale IT transformation and implementation programs.Strong experience in program governance, stakeholder management, risk management, and delivery leadership.Excellent communication and executive-level presentation skills.Ability to work across business and technology teams.Work Location & Travel RequirementsPreferred locations: Broomfield, CO or Boston, MA.Hybrid work arrangement is preferred.Remote candidates may be considered if they can travel to the designated office once a month at their own expense.Candidates must be comfortable with monthly travel requirements if working remotely.Ideal Candidate ProfileA senior IT Program Manager who has managed technology programs for a retail organization and possesses strong knowledge of Supply Chain, Demand Planning, Supply Planning, and Warehouse Optimization.Important Screening Criteria: Prioritize candidates with Retail + IT Program Management + Supply Chain/Planning experience. A purely functional Supply Chain Consultant or warehouse operations manager without IT program management experience will not be the right fit.

Skills
Risk Management, Supply Chain Management, Inventory Management, Warehouse Operations

Experience
5+ yrs

Work arrangement
Yes