Crate & Barrel

Senior Manager, Program Management, Supply Chain

Crate & Barrel$110K — $130K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Illinois, US
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in a technology environment
  • 5+ years managing complex programs or in a senior agile role
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent work experience
  • Hands-on experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Supply Chain Execution solutions
  • Proven track record with cloud-native/SaaS solutions and understanding of release cycles
  • Deep expertise in program & agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, Lean)
  • Strong executive communication skills with the ability to engage senior leadership

Responsibilities

  • Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of Warehouse Modernization initiatives using agile methodologies
  • Monitor program progress, manage interdependencies, and provide status reports to stakeholders
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and mitigate risks and resolve issues
  • Partner with product management, engineering, and design leadership throughout the project lifecycle
  • Develop and implement program management and agile best practices across the organization
  • Lead cross-functional teams and foster a collaborative environment
  • Facilitate complex planning sessions and drive continuous improvement initiatives

Benefits

  • Fully remote position
  • Opportunity to mentor other program managers or agile practitioners
  • High impact role driving strategic initiatives
  • Collaborative environment with cross-functional teams
  • Focus on continuous improvement and agile practices
Full Job Description
We are seeking a highly experienced and dynamic Sr. Program Manager to join our organization. In this role, you will spearhead Crate and Barrel's strategic Warehouse Modernization initiative, driving our Supply Chain capabilities from initial discovery through full-scale delivery to position the organization for accelerated growth. In this high-impact role, you will lead cross-functional teams through complex lifecycles, cultivate organizational agility through agile frameworks, and deliver clear, data-driven insights to executive stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record for enterprise WMS implementations, exceptional cross-functional leadership, a passion for executing high quality work, and driving organizational agility and continuous improvement.

  • This position is fully remote
  • This role is an Individual Contributor position


A day in the life as a Senior Technical Program Manager...
  • Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of the Warehouse Modernization and Transportation Modernization strategic initiatives using agile methodologies, ensuring alignment with business goals
  • Monitor overall program progress, manage interdependencies, identify and mitigate risks, and provide comprehensive status reports to stakeholders, including leadership
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and mitigate risks, resolve issues, and make data-driven decisions to optimize project outcomes
  • Partner closely with product management, engineering, and design leadership from discovery through delivery and execution
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of program management and agile best practices across the organization
  • Lead large cross-functional teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment
  • Mentor other program managers or agile practitioners within the organization
  • Facilitate complex planning sessions and problem-solving workshops
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives within program execution and agile practices


What you'll bring to the table...

  • Hands-on functional experience leading, or managing Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and broader Supply Chain Execution solutions (e.g., TMS, YMS, ERP integrations)
  • Proven track record of successfully implementing, scaling, and managing cloud-native/SaaS solutions from either the software vendor or client side, with deep familiarity with SaaS release cycles and configuration models
  • Deep expertise in program & agile methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, Lean)
  • Strong executive communication & influencing skills, with the ability to engage senior leadership
  • Advanced stakeholder management capabilities across various levels and functions
  • Proven delivery management skills for complex programs
  • Ability to manage program scope, budget, timelines, and quality effectively
  • Excellent problem-solving, risk management, and dependency management skills


We'd love to hear from you if you have...

  • 8+ years of experience in a technology environment
  • 5+ years of experience in managing complex programs or in a senior agile role (e.g., Senior Scrum Master, Agile Coach)
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent work experience; Relevant certifications (PMP, PgMP, SAFe) are a plus

About Crate & Barrel

Crate & Barrel is a chain of retail stores that sells home furnishings, housewares, and furniture. The company was founded in 1962 by Gordon and Carole Segal. Crate & Barrel's products are designed in-house and sold directly to customers through its retail stores, catalogs, and website. The company is headquartered in Naperville, Illinois, and operates stores throughout the United States and Canada. In addition to its Crate & Barrel stores, the company also operates CB2, a home furnishings retailer, and The Land of Nod, a children's furniture and bedding retailer.
Learn more about Crate & Barrel
Size
7,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1962

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