Samsara Inc. is on a mission to increase the sustainability of the operations that power the global economy. The company pioneers the Connected Operations Cloud
Strategic Program Manager
Location
United States
Posted
73 days ago
Salary
$116K - $154K / year
Seniority
Lead
Job Description
Strategic Program Manager
Samsara
Who we are Samsara (NYSE: IOT) is the pioneer of the Connected Operations™ Cloud, which is a platform that enables organizations that depend on physical operations to harness Internet of Things (IoT) data to develop actionable insights and improve their operations. At Samsara, we are helping improve the safety, efficiency and sustainability of the physical operations that power our global economy. Representing more than 40% of global GDP, these industries are the infrastructure of our planet, including agriculture, construction, field services, transportation, and manufacturing — and we are excited to help digitally transform their operations at scale. Working at Samsara means you’ll help define the future of physical operations and be on a team that’s shaping an exciting array of product solutions, including Video-Based Safety, Vehicle Telematics, Apps and Driver Workflows, and Equipment Monitoring. As part of a recently public company, you’ll have the autonomy and support to make an impact as we build for the long term. About the role: Samsara’s Global Customer Support (GCS) team is available 24x7x365 to help customers resolve any issue they encounter. We are the trusted point-of-contact for technical support (e.g. product usage, troubleshooting) and non-technical support (e.g. account administration, order and fulfillment), and partner closely with cross-functional teams such as Product, R&D, Sales, Success, and Finance to resolve issues and deliver a great customer experience. The Strategic Program Manager will prioritize, implement, and lead large-scale transformational projects across the GCS organization. This role requires a passion for aligning leaders on visions, creating & streamlining project plans, centralizing processes, and optimizing change management. Successful candidates have strong analytical business acumen and an insatiable curiosity to understand and improve operations. This role reports to the Senior Manager of the Support PMO, and will work closely with Support Leadership and cross-functional teams to identify, prioritize, and execute on critical strategic projects such as improving the efficacy of self-service Support, enhancing cross-functional workflows to improve customer experience, and scoping and deploying new technology (e.g. AI, chatbots, federated search) to drive efficiency. This role is open to candidates residing within the United States except the San Francisco Bay Metro Area, NYC Metro Area, and Washington, D.C. Metro Area. Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position. You should apply if: - You want to impact the industries that run our world: Your efforts will result in real-world impact—helping to keep the lights on, get food into grocery stores, reduce emissions, and most importantly, ensure workers return home safely. - You are the architect of your own career: If you put in the work, this role won’t be your last at Samsara. We set up our employees for success and have built a culture that encourages rapid career development, countless opportunities to experiment and master your craft in a hyper growth environment. - You’re energized by our opportunity: The vision we have to digitize large sectors of the global economy requires your full focus and best efforts to bring forth creative, ambitious ideas for our customers. - You want to be with the best: At Samsara, we win together, celebrate together and support each other. You will be surrounded by a high-calibre team that will encourage you to do your best. In this role, you will: - Lead the end-to-end planning and delivery of complex, cross-functional project portfolio, translating strategic direction into actionable execution plans. Anticipates misalignment early and drives realignment across teams and leaders. - Understands broader business priorities and competitive/industry trends. Uses these insights to shape program strategy and make informed recommendations. - Communicates complex topics simply and persuasively. Uses storytelling and data to influence, facilitate tradeoffs, and drive decision-making. - Trusted advisor to Dir+ internal stakeholders, driving alignment and collaboration across complex or competing priorities. - Demonstrates deep fluency in PM methodologies, tools, systems and customer/technical support processes. Shares insights and lessons learned to mature PMO standards and foster a culture of continuous learning. - Integrates AI solutions into program processes to improve scalability, accuracy, and strategic planning. - Champion, role model, and embed Samsara’s cultural principles (Focus on Customer Success, Build for the Long Term, Adopt a Growth Mindset, Be Inclusive, Win as a Team) as we scale globally and across new offices Minimum requirements for the role: - Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university - 7+ years of project/program management, management consulting, and/or business operations & strategy experience - Strong communication skills, including the ability to influence and lead complex projects with a wide variety of stakeholders, such as executives, Sales & R&D leaders, and frontline managers - Demonstrated ability to clearly translate business concepts and requirements to technology teams to deliver effective solutions - Strong analytical, data-driven, problem-resolution, and decision-making skills An ideal candidate also has: - PMP certification and/or advanced education in Project or Program Management - Experience with B2B hardware and SaaS products - Experience driving AI-centric projects - Experience in a global Customer Support, Product Support, Customer Success, or Customer Operations organization - Proven track record of building trust delivering results that demonstratively improve the customer experience - Adaptability, flexibility, and the conviction to “do the right thing” under stress, high tension, and tight deadlines The range of annual base salary for full-time employees for this position is below. Please note that base pay offered may vary depending on factors including your city of residence, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Learn more about our total rewards and benefits below. Annual Base Salary $116,620—$154,350 USD Total Rewards At Samsara, we build for the people who keep the global economy moving. We want owners, not passengers, which is why our rewards are designed to fuel high-impact builders. Our compensation program delivers above-market total compensation through a combination of base salary, performance-based bonus/variable pay, and equity (for eligible roles) in a high-growth public company. We meaningfully differentiate pay for our top performers, who have the opportunity to earn above-market compensation that can outpace the broader market over time. Beyond compensation, we provide the foundations that enable long-term success: a flexible, employee-led remote model, a professional development stipend, comprehensive health and parental leave plans, and more. If you’re ready to build for the long term and own the outcome, your journey starts here. Flexible Working At Samsara, we embrace a flexible working model that caters to the diverse needs of our teams. Our offices are open for those who prefer to work in-person and we also support remote work where it aligns with our operational requirements. For certain positions, being close to one of our offices or within a specific geographic area is important to facilitate collaboration, access to resources, or alignment with our service regions. In these cases, the job description will clearly indicate any working location requirements. Our goal is to ensure that all members of our team can contribute effectively, whether they are working on-site, in a hybrid model, or fully remotely. All offers of employment are contingent upon an individual’s ability to secure and maintain the legal right to work at the company and in the specified work location, if applicable. Belonging at Samsara At Samsara, we welcome everyone regardless of their background. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, and other characteristics protected by law. We depend on the unique approaches of our team members to help us solve complex problems and want to ensure that Samsara is a place where people from all backgrounds can make an impact. Accommodations Samsara is an inclusive work environment, and we are committed to ensuring equal opportunity in employment for qualified persons with disabilities. Please email accessibleinterviewing@samsara.com or click here if you require any reasonable accommodations throughout the recruiting process. Our Commitment to Authenticity We use Tofu, a fraud detection tool, to validate the authenticity of applications and protect against identity fraud. This ensures we are connecting with real people and allows us to prioritize genuine candidates. Please see Samsara’s Candidate Privacy Notice for more information. Fraudulent Employment Offers Samsara is aware of scams involving fake job interviews and offers. Please know we do not charge fees to applicants at any stage of the hiring process. Official communication about your application will only come from emails ending in @samsara.com, @us-greenhouse-mail.io or @mail3.guide.co. For more information regarding fraudulent employment offers, please visit our blog post here.
Benefits
- 401(K), 401(K) matching, Adoption Assistance, Childcare benefits, Commuter benefits, Company equity, Company-sponsored outings, Continuing education stipend, Customized development tracks, Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff, Dental insurance, Disability insurance, Diversity manifesto, Documented equal pay policy, Employee stock purchase plan, Family medical leave, Fitness stipend, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Free daily meals, Generous parental leave, Generous PTO, Company-sponsored happy hours, Health insurance, Job training & conferences, Life insurance, Charitable contribution matching, Mean gender pay gap below 10%, Mentorship program, Online course subscriptions available, Open office floor plan, Paid holidays, Pair programming, Paid sick days, Partners with nonprofits, Performance bonus, Pet friendly, Promote from within, Recreational clubs, Relocation assistance, Remote work program, Sabbatical, Free snacks and drinks, Team based strategic planning, OKR operational model, Mandated unconscious bias training, Unlimited vacation policy, Vision insurance, Wellness programs, Some meals provided, Mental health benefits, Home-office stipend for remote employees, Diversity employee resource groups, Hiring practices that promote diversity, Employee resource groups, Employee-led culture committees, Hybrid work model, President's club, Wellness days, Flexible time off, Floating holidays
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