GBS - EPMO Program Manager

Booking Holdings (NASDAQ : BKNG) is the world's leading provider of online travel and related services, provided to consumers and local partners in more than 220 countries and territories through five primary consumer-facing brands : Booking.com, Priceline, Agoda, KAYAK and OpenTable. The mission of Booking Holdings is to make it easier for everyone to experience the world. For more information, visit BookingHoldings.com and follow us on X (formerly known as Twitter) @BookingHoldings.

This role is eligible for our hybrid work model : Two days in-office.

The GBS Organization provides services to the Booking Holdings Brands, which consist of Enterprise Program and Change Management, Process Excellence, and Global Process Ownership, to name a few. The GBS Organization is seeking a Project Manager to join their Enterprise Project Management team.

This vital layer within the EPMO is directly responsible for translating strategic vision into tangible results by driving disciplined project delivery and execution. This role requires an experienced Program Manager to lead strategic project execution by partnering with stakeholders to define the vision, goals, and measurable KPIs. You will manage end-to-end project P&L and budget optimization while actively owning the project's risk management strategy. Success includes leading cross-functional teams and establishing the formal executive governance structure to ensure informed decision-making and optimal ROI.

In this role you will get to :

Lead cross-functional and matrixed project teams of associates at all organizational levels, fostering a culture of accountability and innovation that extends beyond the project lifecycle and leveraging strong influencing skills to deliver project objectives.

Partner with executive stakeholders to define the project's strategic vision and roadmap, translating high-level business goals into actionable, measurable deliverables and KPIs.

Lead the development of the project plan, defining the critical path, milestones, resource dependencies, and governance structure necessary to achieve strategic objectives on time and within budget.

Establish and champion the project risk management strategy, proactively identifying, analyzing, and mitigating high-impact risks and organizational constraints to protect project performance and financial outcomes.

Own the end-to-end project P&L and financial health, establishing and managing the budget to ensure capital allocation is strategically optimized for maximum ROI and sustained business value delivery, including appropriate change control.

Establish and lead the executive governance structure and present project status, financial performance, and strategic risks into insights that drive informed decision-making by senior leadership.

What you have : Bachelor's Degree

PMP Certification is a plus

SmartSheet knowledge is a plus

Practical experience in managing projects through the full SDLC is preferred

Jira knowledge is a plus

Google Suite knowledge is a plus

Agile Project Management experience is a plus

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Through the Booking Holdings brands, we help our customers reach all corners of the earth. Our ability to provide great service rests on how well we understand our diverse customer base, which is why having a diverse team is so important to us. We bring together employees from all walks of life and we are proud to provide the kind of inclusive environment that stimulates innovation, creativity and collaboration.

There are a variety of job related factors that go into determining a salary range, including but not limited to external market benchmark data, geographic location, and years of experience sought / required. In addition to a competitive base salary, roles are eligible to be considered for an annual bonus and equity grant.

The base salary range for Connecticut and the NYC-metro area is $123,300-$150,700.

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program designed to keep you and your family healthy, plan for the future and make the most out of life. For a glimpse of our benefits offerings, please see here. In addition to competitive health and wellness benefits, we currently offer other perks to eligible employees, such as : tuition reimbursement, fitness reimbursement, discounts, and more!

If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to click the "apply" button!

EEO Statement :

Booking Holdings is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws. We ensure equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without discrimination or harassment based on race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Booking Holdings also extends this policy to every phase of the employment process including, but not limited to, recruitment, selection, placement, transfer, training and development, position elimination, restructure, promotion, compensation, benefits, layoffs, termination, and all other conditions or privileges of employment. Booking Holdings and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, please email reasonableaccommodation@bookingholdings.com with your request. M / F / V / D / S

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