Job Summary:

Accountable for a portfolio of work enabling infrastructure transformation to execute strategic objectives, that reduces technical debts and risk associated to underpinning infrastructure. Proven history of leading large strategics IT programs with high level of complexity, IT Cost Review, Inventory reduction, transition of Data Center assets and operations, application rationalization. Drives end-to-end strategic alignment across all functions and business units to succeed against company-wide technology goals. Provides recommendations based on analytical decision-making skills on risks/issues critical to the success of the business's strategic goals. Address ad-hoc complex problems and develop options that best maximize Walgreens assets and delivers on the strategy. Informed decision-making and enhances visibility and delivery of value realization post project implementation. Advise on vendor contracts & performance delivery. Partner with teams to set execution plans, determine resourcing, monitor program financials, facilitate brain-storming session to accelerate delivery of plans. Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Job Responsibilities: Accountable for a portfolio of work that furthers strategic company objectives. Manages multiple complex, strategic technology programs and/ or projects to successful completion. Drives strategic alignment across business units to succeed against company-wide goals.Provides analysis and recommendations on issues critical to the success of the business's strategic goals.Provides recommendations on complex program dependencies that could affect the success of other initiatives. Develops strategic integration plans and manage roadmaps to align the highest priority features and capabilities forward to completion within the timeframes required.Understands the relationships, objectives and impacts of programs and initiatives across business units. Able to drive program initiatives and deep dive to understand key customer problems and/or business impacts. Owns product/business outcomes by working with area leaders to influence strategy. Drives adoption of new processes across the organization. Manages and communicates program status, timelines, financials and outcomes with stakeholders.Provides input on established processes and suggests relevant improvements.Applies specialized knowledge of industry standards/practices to portfolio, programs and initiatives.Clarifies, identifies, and tracks requirements and issues, remove barriers, resolve project issues and escalate as appropriate.Facilitates executive level Leadership Team and Steering Committee meetings. Sets clear expectations regarding artifacts, meetings, reporting and communication for all projects with the program.Works with stakeholders to define objectives and specifications. Guides multi-disciplinary project teams in the achievement of project objectives for larger more complex, or more strategic, projects or programs. Oversees project management team to achieve project objective/goals. Enables team collaboration tools and ensures clear communication. Participates in removing barriers to timely and cost effective project completion.Ensures realistic and reliable staffing plans across the program, focusing on the availability and commitment of appropriately skilled resources.Mentors less experienced members of the team. Serves as a resource to other project managers to resolve complex problems. May lead other project managers on large scale projects.About Walgreens and WBA :

Walgreens (www.walgreens.com) is included in the U.S. Retail Pharmacy and U.S. Healthcare segments of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (Nasdaq: WBA), an integrated healthcare, pharmacy and retail leader with a 170 year heritage of caring for communities. WBA’s purpose is to create more joyful lives through better health. Operating nearly 9,000 retail locations across America, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, Walgreens is proud to be a neighborhood health destination serving nearly 10 million customers each day. Walgreens pharmacists play a critical role in the U.S. healthcare system by providing a wide range of pharmacy and healthcare services, including those that drive equitable access to care for the nation’s medically underserved populations. To best meet the needs of customers and patients, Walgreens offers a true omnichannel experience, with fully integrated physical and digital platforms supported by the latest technology to deliver high quality products and services in communities nationwide.
The actual salary an employee can expect to receive, plus bonus pursuant to the terms of any bonus plan if applicable, will depend on experience, seniority, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law. To review benefits, please visit jobs.walgreens.com/benefits.
"An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans".

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