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Lead IT Project/Program Management Office focusing on governance and delivery excellence.
12+ years in IT program/project leadership with 7+ years leading a PMO or portfolio function.
About Rimini Street, Inc. Rimini Street, Inc. (Nasdaq: RMNI), a Russell 2000® Company, is a proven, trusted global provider of end-to-end, mission-critical enterprise software support, managed services and innovative Agentic AI ERP solutions, and is the leading third-party support provider for Oracle, SAP and VMware software. Our comprehensive portfolio of unified solutions help run, manage, support, customize, configure, connect, protect, monitor, and optimize enterprise application, database and technology software, enabling our clients to achieve better business outcomes, significantly reduce costs and reallocate resources towards strategic projects. The Company has signed thousands of contracts with Fortune Global 100, Fortune 500, midmarket, public sector and government organizations who selected Rimini Street as their trusted, proven mission-critical enterprise software solutions provider and achieved better operational outcomes, realized billions of US dollars in savings and funded AI and other innovation investments. We are seeking a Sr. Director, IT PMO to join our team. This role reports to the EVP & Global Chief Information Officer and offers remote flexibility for candidates based in the Las Vegas, NV area; candidates in the Pacific Time Zone will also be considered. Position Summary The Sr. Director, IT PMO will lead a high-performing IT Project/Program Management Office responsible for governance, delivery excellence, portfolio transparency, and measurable business outcomes across enterprise IT initiatives. This leader will drive consistent execution across a broad portfolio including enterprise applications, infrastructure, data & analytics, AI & automation, and internal digital transformation, partnering closely with business and technology stakeholders globally. The role combines strategic portfolio leadership with hands-on operational rigor: building standards, improving delivery predictability, strengthening cross-functional coordination, and ensuring every program has clear value, ownership, and results. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Own the end-to-end IT project and program portfolio, ensuring alignment to strategy, business priorities, and funding. Lead prioritization and planning processes (annual/quarterly), including intake, business case validation, sequencing, dependency mapping, and capacity planning. Drive value realization: ensure programs define outcomes, KPIs, benefits tracking, and post-implementation reviews. Mature PMO governance including stage gates, risk/issue escalation, change control, and executive reporting. Standardize delivery methods (Agile, hybrid, waterfall as appropriate), tools, templates, and best practices. Improve delivery predictability: schedule adherence, resource utilization, scope control, quality, and stakeholder satisfaction. Serve as a trusted partner to IT leadership and senior business stakeholders, translating strategy into executable roadmaps. Produce clear portfolio health insights for executive audiences—status, risks, trends, financials, and decisions required. Facilitate governance forums (Steering Committees, Portfolio Reviews, Quarterly Business Reviews). Partner with Finance and IT leaders on portfolio budgeting, forecasting, capitalization/expense alignment (as applicable), and cost optimization. Oversee vendor delivery performance, SOW governance, and contract execution for program-related partners. Ensure effective program-level procurement and vendor risk management. Coach and develop talent; create career paths, onboarding, and performance expectations. Build a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement. Own PMO tooling strategy (e.g., Smartsheet, Jira/Confluence, ServiceNow SPM, etc.). Define and track PMO performance metrics Drive continuous improvement through retrospectives, root-cause analysis, and process modernization. Required Qualifications 12+ years in IT program/project leadership, including 7+ years leading a PMO or portfolio function in a mid-to-large enterprise environment. Demonstrated success managing complex, cross-functional portfolios across applications, infrastructure, and security. Proven ability to establish governance, improve delivery outcomes, and influence executive stakeholders. Strong financial and operational management skills (portfolio budgeting, forecasting, vendor oversight). Expertise with Agile/hybrid delivery approaches and PMO best practices. Strong written and executive-level communication, including crisp status reporting and decision facilitation. Preferred Qualifications Experience in a global, distributed organization with multiple time zones and cross-cultural stakeholder needs. Background in SaaS/technology services, enterprise support, or high-growth environments. Familiarity with ITSM/ITIL and enterprise governance models. PMP, PgMP, PMI-ACP, PRINCE2, SAFe, or equivalent certification(s). Advanced reporting/analytics skills (Power BI, Qlik) and PPM tooling implementation experience. Location Remote - Las Vegas, NV; candidates in the Pacific Time Zone will also be considered. Why Rimini Street? Rimini Street Inc. is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable Federal, State, and Local Laws regarding recruitment and hiring. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable Federal, State, or Local laws. Rimini Street Inc. offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to employees. Compensation is based on role, location, and level of applicable experience. Rimini’s target pay for each position is available upon request during the applicant’s Interview process. The general salary range for this type of role is 170k - 215k depending on skills and experience. Benefits for US employees include: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance Disability insurance Paid Parental Leave 401(k) program Generous Paid time off (PTO) We are looking for talented, passionate people to help us build our future at Rimini Street. We hire only the best, the most extraordinary professionals and provide compensation, bonuses, and benefits to match the skills of our top-performing team members. Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy growing together, and get excited about learning new skills? Are you looking for an opportunity to make a true impact as part of a team of extraordinary professionals? This is the place for you. Our work is challenging and meaningful. We start and end each day with a sense of achievement and purpose guided by our core values, the Four Cs: Company We dream big and innovate boldly. Colleagues We work with extraordinary people who create a culture of mutual respect and collaboration. Clients We relentlessly pursue solutions that help clients achieve their goals. Our unmatched client care is rooted in our passion for exceptional service. Community We believe in leaving the world a better place than we found it. With the Rimini Street Foundation, we’ve made positive impacts in six continents for over 425 charities. Accelerating Company Growth Nasdaq-listed under ticker symbol RMNI since October 2017 Over 6,300+ signed contracts to date, including Fortune 500 and Global 100 companies Over 2,000 team members in 23 countries US and international recognition for industry leadership and philanthropic efforts. See all of our awards and recognitions here: https://www.riministreet.com/company/awards/ Rimini Street is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. To learn more about how Rimini Street is redefining the enterprise software support industry, visit http://www.riministreet.com Please Note: Rimini Street does not accept resumes submitted by recruiting/staffing firms unless specifically requested by Human Resources. Unsolicited resumes will be ineligible for referral fees. In 2005, we disrupted the industry by pioneering extraordinary enterprise software support powered by extraordinary people. Our work is challenging and meaningful, allowing everyone at Rimini Street to start and end each day with a sense of achievement and purpose. We are looking for talented, passionate people to help us build our future at Rimini Street. Feel free to connect with us by signing up to receive updates on new jobs and opportunities! Create an account and sign up to create your job alerts! Link below: Rimini Street Career Job Alerts
This job posting was last updated on 3/4/2026