Staples

Senior Director, Enterprise Project Management Office

Staples  •  Richmond Hill, CA (Hybrid)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description

Some of what you will do:

The Senior Director, Enterprise Project Management Office leads the enterprise-wide project, program, and portfolio management function to translate corporate strategy into measurable execution across all business units and functions. Operating as a senior leader within the Office of the Chief Information Officer, this role provides the governance, standards, and enterprise prioritization needed to ensure capital, people resources, and organizational capacity are allocated to the initiatives that matter most. The Senior Director oversees the end-to-end strategic investment lifecycle intake, prioritization, planning, execution oversight, risk management, and benefit realization to ensure the organization delivers intended outcomes and payback on its strategic investments. This role creates transparency, alignment, and disciplined execution across both business-to-business and business-to-customer portfolios.

Specifically, You Will:

  • Lead the enterprise portfolio governance framework, ensuring prioritization and approval of initiatives based on strategic alignment, expected value, capacity, and risk.
  • Partner with cross functional departments to integrate strategy, capital planning, and budget cycles into a single enterprise planning calendar.
  • Drive alignment between strategy refresh, Business Initiative Committee governance, financial planning, and annual business planning.
  • The role maintains direct, influential relationships across the full executive leadership team and stewards' enterprise‑level investment decisions, overseeing and guiding a strategic portfolio representing up to one hundred million dollars in total organizational spend.
  • Translate multi‑year strategic priorities into an executable, financially aligned enterprise portfolio.
  • Establish and enforce enterprise project, program, and portfolio management standards, including gating, quality controls, and reporting expectations.
  • Lead the enterprise benefits realization framework, including Knowledge Performance Indicator baselining, value tracking, and validation of realized benefits.
  • Conduct independent assurance reviews for high‑risk or enterprise‑critical initiatives and oversee corrective action plans.

Some of what you need:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field required
  • Master’s degree in business administration or engineering preferred
  • Professional certifications preferred: Project Management Professional /Projects in Controlled Environments, Portfolio Management Professional, Scaled Agile Framework/Agile, Professional Science (or equivalent)
  • 10 + years in enterprise program, portfolio, or transformation leadership roles
  • Experience leading enterprise Project Management Office functions or transformation offices
  • Demonstrated success influencing senior executives and providing Board‑level reporting
  • Track record managing multi‑year investment portfolios with measurable outcomes
  • Experience implementing or maturing Project Portfolio Management tools and enterprise dashboards
  • Knowledge of Agile at scale and Waterfall delivery models
  • Strong financial acumen: capital planning, business case evaluation, Return On Investment /payback modeling, forecasting, scenario analysis
  • Expertise in enterprise portfolio governance, prioritization, and benefits realization

Physical demands/working conditions:

Office environment – Hybrid, with 4 days onsite in Richmond Hill, Monday to Thursday

Some of what you will get:

  • Associate discount
  • Health and Dental benefits
  • RRSP/DPSP
  • Performance bonuses
  • Learning & Development programs
  • And more…


We value transparency in our hiring processes. Please note, artificial intelligence may be used in certain stages to screen, assess, or select applicants, however, a human reviewer makes all final decisions. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Staples

About Staples

For nearly 40 years, Staples has been a trusted leader in delivering end-to-end workplace solutions for consumers and businesses of all sizes across a broad range of industries. The company provides a comprehensive portfolio of products, strategic solutions, and services including print and marketing, shipping, technology, and travel. Its specialized assortment includes high-quality office supplies, janitorial products, technology, furniture, and breakroom essentials, all supported by best-in-class supply chain capabilities and a dedicated team of experts committed to making the workday easier. Headquartered near Boston, Massachusetts, Staples operates throughout North America via direct B2B sales, e-commerce, and more than 900 retail stores. To learn more, visit your local U.S. Staples store, download the Staples app, explore Staples.com or StaplesBusiness.com, or follow @Staples on social media.

Industry
Retail & Ecommerce
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Framingham, MA
Year Founded
1986
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