The Program Manager at CDW drives revenue manages marketing agreements analyzes industry data and enhances operational efficiency within product categories.

Description
At CDW we make it happen together. Trust connection and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. It's why we're coworkers not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that speaks to who we are and where we're headed. We're proud to share our story and Make Amazing Happen at CDW.
Job summary
The Program Manager is responsible for driving revenue through the integration of products enablement of sellers and development of programs for their respective category across CDW business segments (Corporate / Government). The incumbent is responsible for administration of tools related to incentive programs to assist CDW in growing profitable revenue while delivering a superior customer experience. This role's primary goal would be to optimize our partner relationship to execute on our marketing agreements manage funding and expenses to maximize gross profit opportunities and increase communication of initiatives across the organization. The role will focus on enrollment and applications of new incentive programs/agreements and maximizing existing. This includes optimizing process and procedures for gross profit generating programs down to the customer level through our solution architects and sales; improving tools processes and resources to support selling; adding operational efficiencies to better scale; and helping align the presales team with Sales and PPM to support growth in both revenue and profit.
* What you'll do
* Grow revenue and overall profitability for assigned product category
* Analyze complex industry information to identify develop and execute strategies to increase sales. Maintain expert knowledge of product portfolio within respective category
* Develop and articulate competitive positioning and differentiation of brands within category
* Manage track and process milestones for marketing agreements enablement initiatives and additional Gross Profit generating programs. Analyze programs before during and after execution to provide measurement and impact to category performance
* Develop trusted partnership with Strategic Sales leaders presales specialists sales and PPM to provide a platform for operational efficiencies and process improvements
* Act as central point for maintaining certification levels for specializations and partner program enrollments and the development or enhancement of our tools resources reporting and process improvements
* Work strategically with marketing to develop or maximize opportunities that promote the awareness of assigned category and increase customer penetration
* Assist in creation and execution of the Business Plan for the respective category
* Identify key stakeholders align priorities lead execution and drive consistency around category programs and communications across organization
* Engage with multiple strategic brands to communicate category initiatives resources and sponsorship opportunities
* Mentor and coach junior team members
What we expect of you
* Bachelor's degree + 5 years sales/marketing experience/project management OR
* 9 years' experience in sales/marketing/project management OR
* 4 years CDW PPM experience + 5 years in sales/marketing/project management
* Preferred skills experience and qualities needed
* Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with all stakeholders
* Proven ability to engage with executive leadership effectively and strategically
* Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong business relationships
* Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
* Expert financial and business acumen
* Exceptional strategic agility and analytical skills
* Expert presentation skills
* Proven track record of driving results Pay range: $89000 - $126200 depending on experience and skill set Annual bonus target of 10% subject to terms and conditions of plan Benefits overview: [https://cdw.benefit-info.com/](https://cdw.benefit-info.com/) Salary ranges may be subject to geographic differentials
* CDW is committed to being an AI-fluent organization
* We're looking for people who bring curiosity a learner's mindset and a willingness to engage with ever-evolving technology and tools. We value adopting AI as a partner openness to experimentation and a shared interest in learning together on AI. Our goal is to create a culture where AI enhances- not replaces- human creativity and decision-making. You don't need to be an expert today; what matters is your readiness to explore adapt and grow with us as we integrate AI responsibly and effectively into our work.Additionally CDW is committed to fostering an equitable transparent and respectful hiring process for all applicants. During our application process our goal is to understand your experience strengths skills and qualifications. As an AI forward company we see AI not just as a tool but as a catalyst for new ways of thinking creating and communicating. We encourage candidates to embrace an AI mindset one that's curious adaptive and ready to explore what's possible. We welcome thoughtful use of AI to expand your perspective and elevate how you share your story while ensuring your application remains rooted in your own background judgment and voice.
* About Us
* CDW is a Fortune 500 technology solutions provider that helps businesses government education and healthcare organizations achieve what's possible through technology. What makes CDW different isn't just what we do- it's how we do it. At CDW we act as one- building trust speaking candidly and working together to achieve more. We play to win- focusing on what matters most and delivering for our customers. And we think forward- staying curious moving fast and continuously learning. We believe meaningful work happens when people feel supported heard and empowered to contribute. That's why we think of ourselves as coworkers not just employees- working together to solve complex challenges and deliver real impact for our customers and communities. As a full-stack full-lifecycle technology partner CDW brings deep expertise strong relationships and broad industry knowledge to help turn ideas into outcomes. When you join CDW you become part of a collaborative environment where your work matters your growth is supported and your contributions help shape what's next. Together we deliver the full promise of what technology can do.
* Together we Make Amazing Happen.
* CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.