Strategic Programs Manager

OUR MISSION

At Redwood, we empower our customers with lights-out automation for their mission-critical business processes.

ABOUT US

Redwood Software is the leading orchestration platform for the autonomous enterprise, driving business transformation at the lowest total cost of ownership. Redwood empowers organizations to intelligently automate and orchestrate mission-critical business and IT processes across complex ERP, hybrid cloud, data and emerging agentic AI systems. Through its SaaS-first automation fabric—with AI embedded across the automation lifecycle—Redwood accelerates the path to autonomous operations. Backed by 30 years of experience and trusted by more than 50% of the Fortune 50, Redwood helps organizations unlock human potential to focus on innovation, growth and what’s next.

CORE VALUES

One Team. One Redwood

Make Your Own Weather

Obsess over Customer Success

Work the Problem

Be Curious

Own the Outcome

Respect Each Other

YOUR IMPACT

The Strategic Programs Manager is a high-impact role designed for an early-career professional with strong potential, exceptional organizational skills, and a desire to learn how executive teams operate. Working closely with the CEO and Executive Leadership Team (ELT), this individual will help coordinate leadership operating rhythms, support strategic initiatives, and ensure important priorities move forward effectively.

This role offers unique exposure to company strategy, executive decision-making, and cross-functional leadership. The ideal candidate is highly organized, intellectually curious, proactive, and eager to develop the skills required to become a future strategic leader.

Executive Leadership Team Support

• Coordinate and support the cadence of Executive Leadership Team meetings, strategic reviews, and leadership forums.

• Prepare agendas, materials, action-item tracking, and meeting summaries.

• Help ensure decisions, commitments, and next steps are documented and followed through.

• Identify opportunities to improve meeting effectiveness, communication, and accountability.

• Maintain systems that help leadership teams stay organized and aligned.

CEO Priorities & Executive Operations

• Support the execution of CEO priorities through coordination, follow-up, and progress tracking.

• Assist in preparing materials, updates, and communications related to key initiatives.

• Help surface risks, dependencies, and outstanding decisions that may impact execution.

• Partner with stakeholders to gather information and ensure leadership visibility into important priorities.

Strategic Programs & Cross-Functional Initiatives

• Support the planning and execution of strategic projects that span multiple teams and functions.

• Coordinate timelines, milestones, deliverables, and stakeholder communications.

• Track project progress and provide updates to leadership as needed.

• Help identify blockers and facilitate resolution with appropriate stakeholders.

• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts that strengthen organizational effectiveness.

Board Meeting Preparation

• Assist in coordinating materials and logistics for Board of Directors meetings and related reviews.

• Support executives in gathering updates, preparing presentations, and tracking follow-up actions.

• Help ensure information is accurate, organized, and delivered on schedule.

Organizational Effectiveness

• Build and maintain systems that improve visibility, follow-through, and accountability.

• Track priorities, deadlines, decisions, and action items across multiple initiatives.

• Help leaders stay informed and organized through effective communication and reporting.

• Contribute ideas for improving processes, collaboration, and execution across the organization.

YOUR EXPERIENCE

Required Experience

• 3–5 years of experience in business operations, project management, consulting, strategy, program management, or a related field.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience coordinating cross-functional projects and working with stakeholders across different teams.

Desired Skills & Attributes

Strong Organizational Skills

• Exceptional attention to detail and follow-through.

• Ability to manage competing priorities and maintain organization across multiple workstreams.

• Effective systems for tracking tasks, commitments, deadlines, and decisions.

Communication Skills

• Clear, concise, and professional written and verbal communication.

• Ability to prepare executive-ready materials and summarize information effectively.

• Comfortable interacting with leaders at multiple levels of the organization.

Learning Agility & Curiosity

• Strong desire to learn how businesses and executive teams operate.

• Demonstrates initiative, resourcefulness, and a growth mindset.

• Seeks feedback and continuously improves.

Judgment & Professionalism

• Exercises good judgment when handling confidential and sensitive information.

• Understands when to escalate issues and when to work independently.

• Approaches ambiguity and change with maturity and adaptability.

Relationship Building

• Builds positive working relationships across functions and teams.

• Works effectively with a variety of personalities and leadership styles.

• Collaborates well while maintaining professionalism and accountability.

Technology & AI Enablement

• Comfortable using modern productivity tools, data analysis tools, and AI technologies.

• Understands the importance of confidentiality, accuracy, and responsible use of AI-generated content.

• Looks for opportunities to improve efficiency through technology and automation.