Principal, Program Manager

Sabre is a technology company that powers the global travel industry. By leveraging next-generation technology, we create global technology solutions that take on the biggest opportunities and solve the most complex challenges in travel.

Positioned at the center of the travel, we shape the future by offering innovative advancements that pave the way for a more connected and seamless ecosystem as we power mobile apps, online travel sites, airline and hotel reservation networks, travel agent terminals, and scores of other solutions.

Simply put, we connect people with moments that matter.

Sabre is looking for a Program Manager for our Business Operations team. This Principal will lead programs for the airline Care teams focusing on implementations of products, processes and workflows. You will have a global impact on internal programs ensuring milestones are met, designating project resources, preparing budgets, mitigating risk, monitoring progress and keeping stakeholders informed throughout the process.

This is a highly visible role as you will be working closely with our Care leadership team along with functional business leaders so strong verbal, written and presentation skills are essential for this role.

This is a hybrid role based in Montevideo.

Role and Responsibilities:

Determine and define program scope and objectives

Predict resources needed to reach objectives and manage resources in an effective and efficient manner

Prepare budget based on scope of work and resource requirements

Track costs in order to meet budget

Develop and manage a detailed schedule and work plan

Provide updates on a consistent basis to various stakeholders about strategy, adjustments, and progress

Forecast and mitigate risk related to program

Utilize industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout entire program and project execution

Monitor progress and make adjustments as needed using preferred methodology

Measure program performance to identify areas for improvement

Manage additional projects related to this area of business

Education and Qualifications:

Minimum 8 years of relevant work experience with focus on program management

Degree in relevant field

Proven success leading and managing large programs and projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline

Program management of technology implementations highly preferred

Able to influence various teams in order to reach common goal

Impeccable oral and written communication skills, with the ability to create and present to various levels of leadership

Ability to work under tight deadlines

Excellent analytical skills with the ability to solve problems creatively

Proficient with project management software tools (Salesforce and Genesis), methodologies, and best practices

Strong interpersonal skills and extremely resourceful

Able to participate in global calls

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus

Travel 10%

Benefits and Perks:

Annual Performance bonus plans

We offer a competitive private health insurance for employees and eligible children

Daily meal allowance

End of Year Break

Extra Paid Time Off (5 extra days each year)

3 month paid parental leave (12 weeks for fathers/ 18 weeks for mothers) plus up to 1 year maternity shifts

Life Insurance

Development opportunities in country or globally

Corporate Social Responsibility opportunities

Recognition and acknowledgement programs

Fun employee engagement and development events

We will give careful consideration to your application and review your details against the position criteria. You will receive separate notification as we progress your application. Please note that only candidates who meet the minimum requirements will proceed in the selection process. To learn more about the people and culture at Sabre, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.

This job posting comprises the law No 19691 and its decree No 73/019, which includes the people registered in the National Register of disabled people who have the skills and aptitude for the position described in the present posting.

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