Customer Facing Program Manager
We are currently seeking an experienced Program Manager to manage and deliver complex programs for one of our top strategic customers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in technical project/program management, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to build strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders. The Program Manager is accountable for end-to-end program delivery and overall customer satisfaction.
ResponsibilitiesKey Responsibilities:
- Support offer development and pre-contract planning to identify the delivery approach and potential risks to the contract deliverables.
- Develop and execute project/program plans, objectives, and timelines to ensure successful program delivery.
- Maintain detailed project/program documentation, status reports, action registers, and lessons learned.
- Lead cross-functional teams, setting expectations and coordinating resources and activities in support of program deliverables.
- Identify and mitigate program risks, and develop contingency plans as needed.
- Act as a point of contact for customers, both internal and external, building strong relationships and ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Ensure timely delivery of the overall program goals and objectives, conduct program reviews and identify areas for improvement.
- Collaborate with internal teams, including sales, product management, technical teams, finance and supply chain, to ensure alignment regarding deliverables and expectations.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Experience in managing complex, multi-year technology projects, preferably in the telecommunications and/or data center industries.
- Experience in leading cross-functional teams and managing multiple stakeholders.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate ideas clearly and effectively to all levels of working level peers and to upper-level management.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain lasting relationships with customers and internal stakeholders.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to identify and mitigate program and financial risks.
Nice to Have:
- PMP certification or equivalent.
- Experience with change management processes and tools.
- Familiarity with Nokia's PM@Nokia methodology and Mode of Operation (MoO).
- Knowledge of financial forecasting and budget management in projects/programs.
- In-depth knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft programs/tools.
Skills Required
- Experience managing complex, multi-year technology projects, preferably in telecommunications or data center industries.
- Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing multiple stakeholders.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to build lasting customer and stakeholder relationships.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, including identifying and mitigating program and financial risks.
- PMP certification or equivalent.
- Experience with change management processes and tools.
- Familiarity with Nokia's PM@Nokia methodology and Mode of Operation.
- Knowledge of financial forecasting and project or program budget management.
- In-depth knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft tools.
Nokia Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity programs include a global employee share purchase plan with company matching and multi‑year share awards. These mechanisms broaden participation and tie rewards to long‑term outcomes.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes major medical plans with supplementary options such as vision, legal services, and care navigation. The range of offerings indicates comprehensive support for medical needs.
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Parental & Family Support — A global policy grants paid leave for new parents regardless of gender and provides structured return‑to‑work support. Company‑paid life insurance further strengthens family protection across regions.
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