Program Director

2 weeks ago


Chicago, United States Independence Pet Holdings Full time

Program Director – Process & System Transformation Independence Pet Holdings (IPH) is seeking a collaborative and results-oriented Program Director to support the Program Business Owner and Business Leader to lead a high-impact transformation initiative focused on optimizing business processes and modernizing core enterprise systems. This role is central to building a future-ready insurance platform and its supporting processes that enhances operational efficiency, scalability, and customer experience. The ideal candidate will drive cross-functional and business-wide alignment, manage complex program interdependencies, and ensure effective delivery of program goals. Job Summary The Program Director will translate executive strategy into actionable program goals with clear milestones, KPIs, and measurable outcomes, establish and manage program governance structures, and lead end-to-end program delivery across multiple workstreams including platform migration, AI enablement, data strategy, and business process redesign. Key Responsibilities Translate executive strategy into actionable program goals with clear milestones, KPIs, and measurable outcomes. Establish and manage program governance structures, steering committees, and stakeholder engagement models. Lead end-to-end program delivery across multiple workstreams, including platform migration, AI enablement, data strategy, and business process redesign. Serve as a liaison between business and technology teams to ensure strategic alignment and shared understanding. Manage vendor relationships including system integrators, AI vendors, cloud providers, and consulting firms. Build and maintain strong relationships across the businesses, Technology, Finance, HR, and external partners. Proactively identify risks, resolve issues, implement migration strategies, and accelerate as required to keep the program on track. Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, data privacy standards, and ethical AI practices. Monitor and report on program performance, benefits realization, and post-implementation impact. Develop executive-level reporting on program status, risks, and escalations. Design and execute change management strategies to drive adoption, minimize disruption, and foster continuous improvement. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or equivalent advance degree is a plus. Minimum 10 years of experience in program management. Proven success managing large-scale transformation programs ($50M+) with cross-functional complexity. Strong ability to align technology initiatives with business strategy and regulatory frameworks. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated problem-solving capabilities and proactive mindset. High emotional intelligence (EQ), adaptability, and ability to thrive in high-pressure, fast-paced, fluid environments. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trust and rapport with stakeholders at all levels. Preferred Attributes Deep understanding of insurance operations and Policy Administration System (PAS) lifecycle. Familiarity with modern PAS platforms (e.g., Guidewire, Duck Creek, Majesco). Understanding of AI / ML applications in insurance. Experience with cloud-native architectures and data migration strategies. Experience working in a global or multi-entity environment. Certifications such as Six Sigma, Lean Six Sigma, PMP, PgMP, or equivalent are highly desirable. #J-18808-Ljbffr


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