Chef Works · 7 hours ago
Senior Technical Program Manager
Poway,CA,US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expChef Works is seeking a highly experienced Senior Technical Program Manager to lead mission-critical enterprise technology and operational transformation initiatives. This role involves overseeing the delivery of large-scale programs, including the implementation of ERP, CRM, and PIM systems, while partnering with executive leadership to align programs with business strategy.
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Responsibilities
Own and lead large-scale, enterprise-wide technical programs from strategic planning through execution, deployment, and post-implementation optimization
Serve as the program lead for ERP, CRM, and PIM implementations, upgrades, and migrations, ensuring data integrity, system performance, and business continuity
Provide senior oversight of distribution center automation initiatives, including systems integration, process redesign, and vendor-led technology deployments
Partner with executive leadership to define program objectives, success metrics, budgets, and roadmaps aligned with business strategy
Lead cross-functional teams spanning IT, engineering, operations, supply chain, product, and external partners, ensuring clear ownership and accountability
Develop and maintain integrated program plans, resource strategies, financial forecasts, and dependency maps across multiple workstreams
Proactively identify ambiguity, risks, and constraints; drive decision-making through structured analysis and executive-level recommendations
Ensure technical solutions align with enterprise architecture, scalability, security, and long-term platform strategy
Establish and manage governance frameworks, executive steering committees, and regular leadership reporting
Mentor and coach project managers and team members, elevating project management maturity across the organization
Drive continuous improvement in delivery methodologies, tools, and operational best practices
Ensure programs are delivered on time, within budget, and with measurable business impact
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma required
10+ years of project and/or program management experience leading complex, enterprise-scale technical initiatives
Extensive experience implementing, upgrading, and migrating large-scale enterprise platforms, including ERP, CRM, and PIM systems
Demonstrated experience leading large automation, systems integration, or digital transformation initiatives within distribution, warehouse, or manufacturing environments
Proven success managing multi-million-dollar budgets, executive stakeholders, and vendor-driven programs
Deep understanding of enterprise architectures, system integrations, data flows, and software development lifecycles
Ability to translate technical and operational complexity into clear executive-level insights and decisions
Exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and execution discipline
Proven ability to influence without authority and drive alignment across senior stakeholders
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and enterprise project management tools (e.g., Jira, Smartsheet, MS Project, or similar)
Experience with Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid delivery models at scale
Comfortable operating in fast-paced, evolving environments with competing priorities and tight deadlines
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred
PMP, PgMP, Scrum Master, or similar certification strongly preferred
Benefits
Health insurance
Flexible work arrangements
Continuous learning programs
Company
Chef Works
Chef Works is the manufacturer of accessories for hotel industry like apparels, chef coats, chef aprons, and front of house uniforms.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$0.15M2019-03-02Seed· $0.15M
Leadership Team
Neil Gross
Chief Executive Officer
Dave Roth
COO
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