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McGraw Hill is hiring a Data & Analytics (D&A) Program Manager. The role involves managing a portfolio of data-focused technical projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to the D&A lifecycle while fostering collaboration and removing barriers across teams. The position requires driving program transparency through reporting and innovating program management processes to support organizational goals.

Highlights

Manage program delivery, ensuring teams meet commitments on time with high-quality standards.
Guide projects through the approved Data & Analytics lifecycle stages with compliance to governance standards.
Identify and remove obstacles to promote efficient cross-functional collaboration.
Develop and communicate KPIs, status reports, and dashboards to inform decision-making.
Administer program tools such as Confluence and Jira to optimize workflows.
Implement innovative project management processes to enhance operational efficiency.
Mentor team members on project management best practices.
Requires 5+ years in technical project or program management with experience in data and analytics settings.
Familiarity with Scrum, Kanban, Waterfall methodologies, big data technologies, and education technology.
Compensation ranges from $125,000 to $165,000 annually with potential annual bonuses and benefits.

Data & Analytics (D&A) Program Manager Full Description

D&A Program Manager

United States
Technology
Corporate
Remote

Overview

Build the Future
At McGraw Hill, we are dedicated to delivering digital learning experiences that transform education for learners and educators. Our focus is on creating seamless, impactful products that truly benefit our users while supporting growth and collaboration across teams. We foster a culture that values innovation, teamwork, and a balance between career growth and personal well-being.

How can you make an impact?
We are seeking a highly motivated and talented Data & Analytics (D&A) Program Manager who oversees a portfolio of data-oriented technical projects, ensuring efficient operations and alignment with organizational goals. Reporting to the Strategy and Operations Lead, this role involves program lifecycle management, innovative processes, and cross-functional collaboration to drive successful project outcomes.

To thrive in this role, candidates must demonstrate strong program management skills, the ability to cultivate collaborative relationships across teams, and a proactive approach to resolving challenges. A positive attitude, adaptability, and experience working in complex, cross-functional environments are keys to succeeding in this dynamic, growth-oriented environment

This is a remote position open to applicants authorized to work for any employer within the United States.

How can you make an Impact?

Program delivery: Ensure teams complete commitments on time, meeting high-quality standards and adhering to approved processes, with an emphasis on collaboration and accountability.
Lifecycle compliance: Guide projects through the approved D&A lifecycle stages, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and information governance standards.
Project facilitation: Proactively identify and remove barriers to progress, enabling teams to work efficiently and collaboratively across functions.
Communication strategy: Develop and deliver KPIs, program status reports and dashboards that create transparency, promote operational efficiency, and inform key decisions.
Tools: Administer program-level technologies such as Confluence and Jira, ensuring optimal configuration to support program objectives with minimal friction.
Process innovation: Advocate for and implement innovative program management processes across the department to enhance operational efficiency.
Team mentorship: Guide team members on best practices for project management and collaboration.

What You Bring:

Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience preferred.
Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a related field.
5+ years of experience in technical project management, program management, or operations
Proven track record of successful project delivery in data and analytics settings
Scrum, Kanban, and Waterfall-style management expertise
Ability to define, implement, and continuously refine new processes
Demonstrated ability to influence without direct authority in a matrixed organization
Self-motivated, organized, and able to prioritize tasks effectively
Growth mindset, open to change and continuous improvement
Familiarity with Big Data development stacks, education technology and online education delivery
Demonstrated ability to build consensus and among diverse stakeholders
Experience mentoring junior team members or fostering team development
Ability to travel occasionally for project or organizational needs

Why work for us?

The work you do at McGraw Hill will be work that matters. We are collectively designing content that will build the future of education. Play your part and experience a sense of fulfilment that will inspire you to even greater heights.

The pay range for this position is between $125,000- $165,000 annually, however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location. An annual bonus plan may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical and/or other benefits, depending on the position offered. Click here to learn more about our benefit offerings.

McGraw Hill recruiters always use a “@mheducation.com” email address and/or from our Applicant Tracking System, iCIMS. Any variation of this email domain should be considered suspicious. Additionally, McGraw Hill recruiters and authorized representatives will never request sensitive information in email.

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Original Job Description

D&A Program Manager

United States
Technology
Corporate
Remote

Program delivery: Ensure teams complete commitments on time, meeting high-quality standards and adhering to approved processes, with an emphasis on collaboration and accountability.
Lifecycle compliance: Guide projects through the approved D&A lifecycle stages, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and information governance standards.
Project facilitation: Proactively identify and remove barriers to progress, enabling teams to work efficiently and collaboratively across functions.
Communication strategy: Develop and deliver KPIs, program status reports and dashboards that create transparency, promote operational efficiency, and inform key decisions.
Tools: Administer program-level technologies such as Confluence and Jira, ensuring optimal configuration to support program objectives with minimal friction.
Process innovation: Advocate for and implement innovative program management processes across the department to enhance operational efficiency.
Team mentorship: Guide team members on best practices for project management and collaboration.

What You Bring:

Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience preferred.
Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a related field.
5+ years of experience in technical project management, program management, or operations
Proven track record of successful project delivery in data and analytics settings
Scrum, Kanban, and Waterfall-style management expertise
Ability to define, implement, and continuously refine new processes
Demonstrated ability to influence without direct authority in a matrixed organization
Self-motivated, organized, and able to prioritize tasks effectively
Growth mindset, open to change and continuous improvement
Familiarity with Big Data development stacks, education technology and online education delivery
Demonstrated ability to build consensus and among diverse stakeholders
Experience mentoring junior team members or fostering team development
Ability to travel occasionally for project or organizational needs

Why work for us?

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