Verizon Communications

Program & Project Management-Sr Manager

Verizon Communications$98K — $188K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of work experience.
  • Six or more years of relevant experience in project management or military experience.
  • Ability to establish and inspire cross-functional partnerships in complex environments.
  • Expertise in managing large-scale projects with multiple stakeholders.
  • Experience developing executive presentations for senior leadership.
  • Willingness to travel approximately 25% of the time.

Responsibilities

  • Lead complex initiatives to enhance customer experience and field readiness.
  • Serve as a strategic liaison to the Sales Go-to-Channel team to optimize processes.
  • Create polished executive-level presentations and reports for leadership.
  • Enhance operational cadence and governance models to ensure decision velocity.
  • Identify efficiency gaps in manual workflows and propose modernized solutions.
  • Oversee program delivery, milestone tracking, and risk mitigation.
  • Analyze business performance and provide strategic recommendations for decision-making.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness options including medical, dental, and vision.
  • Matched 401(k) savings plan and paid time off including holidays and personal days.
  • Paid parental leave, adoption assistance, and tuition assistance.
  • Access to a wide array of insurance options, including life, disability, and pet insurance.
  • Opportunity for premium pay such as overtime and allowances.
Full Job Description

What you’ll be doing...

This Prog & Proj Mgmt-Sr Mgr-Sr Mgr position reports to the Senior Director, Customer Success Go-To-Channel Field Readiness for Verizon Consumer Group.  We are seeking a highly strategic, proactive, and forward-thinking Senior Manager of Program & Project Management to join our HQ Customer Success Go-to-Channel (GTC) Field Readiness organization.  This is not a traditional administrative project tracking or operational support role; rather, you will serve as a critical strategic partner and force-multiplier for GTC leadership. You will be responsible for leading complex, large-scale customer experience and field readiness initiatives, driving seamless operational alignment across cross-functional domains (including Customer Service, Sales GTC, Marketing, Finance, Product, IT and Field), and crafting high-impact executive narratives.  Beyond managing flawless execution, you will actively champion operational efficiency by analyzing legacy workflows, identifying systemic bottlenecks, and architecting modern, technology-enhanced templates, streamlined tools, and automated workflows. The ideal candidate is an expert storyteller, an exceptional diplomat across multi-functional organizations, and a hands-on process innovator capable of turning complex, manual operational challenges into streamlined, automated realities.

  • Developing and scaling comprehensive, long-term operational strategies and frameworks across the Customer Success GTC Team, collaborating directly with executive leadership to protect business velocity.

  • Serving as the high-visibility strategic liaison to the Sales Go-to-Channel team to establish and continuously optimize joint operating processes, shared communication frameworks, and modern "ways of working" across both organizations.

  • Synthesizing complex operational metrics, program milestones, and qualitative data into highly polished, persuasive executive-level presentations, roadmaps, and readouts for Senior Director, VP, and SVP leadership.

  • Designing and optimizing the strategic operational cadence and governance models (e.g., Business Reviews, alignment forums) to ensure decision velocity, leadership alignment, and flawless execution of GTC initiatives.

  • Analyzing fragmented, legacy, and manual team workflows to identify efficiency gaps; build and deploy streamlined processes, modernized templates, and custom, low-code/AI-driven automated tools to accelerate communication speed and eliminate manual operational waste.

  • Orchestrating end-to-end program delivery, milestone tracking, and risk-mitigation plans for high-impact readiness initiatives and rapid-turn, high-priority ad hoc projects.

  • Conducting rigorous business performance analyses and collecting qualitative team insights to formulate actionable, data-backed strategic recommendations for senior leaders on critical business decisions.

  • Modernizing, structuring, and maintaining the GTC team's digital repositories and shared knowledge bases, establishing "single-source-of-truth" portals and automated workflows to protect intellectual capital and prevent information decay.

This role requires VCG in-office days of 3 days per week.
Depending on your existing working model, this role may be hybrid or remote and can be based in any valid Verizon location.

What we’re looking for...

You are a proactive self-starter who sees an operational friction point and takes immediate, strategic ownership to resolve it. You thrive when parsing complex, ambiguous, multi-functional problems and translating them into streamlined, elegant solutions. You are highly detail-oriented and excel under the pressure of tight deadlines, yet possess the strategic flexibility to adapt to shifting business priorities. Your exceptional diplomacy allows you to negotiate effectively across all levels of the organization and influence decisions without direct authority.

You’ll need to have:

  • Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of work experience.

  • Six or more years of relevant experience required, demonstrated through one or a combination of work and/or military experience, or specialized training.

  • Experience establishing, cultivating, and influencing cross-functional partnerships across complex enterprise environments.

  • Experience managing large-scale, complex projects involving multiple workstreams, diverse stakeholders, and tight delivery timelines.

  • Experience in creating executive presentations and strategic stories for senior executive audiences (VP/SVP levels).

  • Willingness to travel up to approximately 25% of the time.

Even better if you have one or more of the following:
  • Master’s Degree 

  • Strategic and analytical capacity; highly skilled at collecting, analyzing, and synthesizing data to make strategic process and business decisions.

  • Experience identifying operational bottlenecks and automating team-level workflows utilizing low-code/no-code automation tools (e.g., Power Automate, Smartsheet, Airtable) or custom AI-driven solutions.

  • Excellent organization, time-management, and conflict-resolution skills, with a demonstrated ability to bring divergent stakeholders to a common consensus.

  • Prior experience managing stakeholders and cross-functional teams remotely across geographic locations.

  • Prior experience with developing executive-level deliverables (Senior Director/VP/SVP level).

If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above.

Where you’ll be working
In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes working from home and a minimum of three days per week in the office, which will be set by your manager. Employees are responsible for maintaining compliance with hybrid work policies.

Scheduled Weekly Hours
40

Benefits and Compensation

Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of Verizon. From health and wellness benefit options including: medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, AD&D insurance, identity theft protection, pet insurance and group home & auto insurance. We also offer a matched 401(k) savings plan, up to 8 company paid holidays per year and up to 6 personal days per year, paid parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition assistance, plus other incentives, we’ve got you covered with our award-winning total rewards package. Depending on the role, employees have the opportunity to receive compensation in the form of premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, allowances, etc. Newly hired employees receive up to 15 days of vacation per year, which grows with additional service. For part-timers, your coverage will vary as you may be eligible for some of these benefits depending on your individual circumstances.

The salary will vary depending on your location and confirmed job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive based position with the potential to earn more. For part-time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours.

The annual salary range for the location(s) listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is: $98,500.00 - $188,000.00.

The annual salary range for the Illinois location(s) listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is: $108,000.00 - $188,000.00.

About Verizon Communications

MCIS delivers wireless links, turn-key systems, broadband leases, and system maintenance.

Verizon Communications Careers

Join the vibrant team at Verizon Communications, a global leader in technology and communications, where innovation meets purpose. Our diverse and inclusive culture champions forward-thinking and offers a plethora of job opportunities that cater to enhancing your professional growth and career trajectory. Work You’ll Do At Verizon Communications, you will be part of a dynamic team that is at the forefront of driving digital transformation in the telecommunications industry. Our commitment to diversity and innovation is not just about staying competitive but fostering an environment where all employees can thrive. Lead with Innovation Embrace the opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects that redefine how people connect. Verizon is not just a company; it's a community of leaders and innovators. With over tens of thousands of employees worldwide, our leadership is committed to providing a platform where skills and ideas converge to create impactful solutions. Join Our Inclusive Team Verizon’s commitment to diversity and inclusion is integral to our company’s ethos. We believe in empowering our team members by providing them with the tools, resources, and support they need to succeed. This includes comprehensive benefits, diversity training, and opportunities for professional development. Explore Career Opportunities Whether you’re looking for a full-time position, an internship, or a leadership role, Verizon offers a range of employment options to match your career ambitions. Our team is hiring creative and solution-driven professionals who are eager to learn and grow. Networking and Professional Growth Advance your career with Verizon’s unmatched opportunities for professional growth. Engage in networking events, leadership programs, and training sessions designed to hone your skills and expand your industry knowledge. Internship Programs Kickstart your career with a Verizon internship. Gain hands-on experience, work with seasoned professionals, and understand the inner workings of one of the world’s leading tech companies. Our internships offer a unique insight into our company culture and operations, setting a solid foundation for your career. Benefits and Culture At Verizon, we prioritize the well-being of our team members. Enjoy a comprehensive package of benefits that supports both your professional and personal life. Our culture promotes work-life balance, employee wellness, and continuous learning. Stay Connected Join Our Team Explore the various job opportunities at Verizon Communications and find the position that best suits your skills and interests. We are looking for passionate, curious, and innovative team players. Keep Up to Date Stay informed with the latest career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights—all from the people who work here. Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding opportunities that await at Verizon Communications. Join Verizon Communications today and be part of a team that values leadership, innovation, and diversity. Shape your future in an environment where your work makes a real impact.
Learn more about Verizon Communications
Size
118,400 employees
Market Cap
$164.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
$17.8 billion
Founded
1983
5 Year Trend
+1.2%
Revenue
$128.2 billion
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