[Remote] Director, Program Management (Commercial)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. BetMGM is a leading company in the sports betting and online gaming sector, revolutionizing the industry in the United States and Canada. The Director, Program Management (Commercial) will oversee the Commercial portfolio, ensuring alignment with enterprise strategy and guiding investment decisions while leading a team of Business Portfolio Managers and Project Managers to drive successful outcomes.ResponsibilitiesOwn accountability for the overall health and outcomes of the Commercial portfolio, ensuring work is aligned to enterprise strategy, prioritized against capacity, and sequenced intentionallyPartner with senior Commercial and Marketing leaders to shape portfolio strategy, investment guardrails, and prioritization principlesGuide portfolio‑level trade‑off decisions related to funding, timing, scope, and resourcing to maximize business impactMaintain an enterprise perspective on Commercial initiatives, anticipating impacts across Product, Engineering, Operations, Compliance, and Customer ExperienceEstablish and lead portfolio governance structures that provide leaders with clarity, transparency, and confidence in decision‑makingLead portfolio‑level forums to drive alignment, resolve conflicts, and address cross‑initiative dependenciesServe as the escalation point for material portfolio risks, delivery confidence concerns, or systemic constraintsEnsure executive communications focus on insights, implications, and decisions, not activity‑level reportingLead and develop Business Portfolio Managers by setting clear expectations for portfolio discipline, business partnership, and outcomesEmpower Business Portfolio Managers to own day‑to‑day portfolio operations, including roadmap management, governance execution, and delivery healthReview portfolio performance at a strategic level, intervening selectively to unblock challenges or elevate decisionsBuild a culture of accountability, trust, and continuous improvement across the Commercial PMO teamAct as a trusted advisor to executive stakeholders on delivery feasibility, prioritization, risk, and change impactsInfluence cross‑functional leaders to align on shared outcomes, trade‑offs, and commitments without direct authorityProvide clarity and direction during ambiguity, helping leaders navigate complexity with confidenceAdvance the PMO’s mission as a connected, trusted partner to the business by strengthening portfolio alignment, transparency, and execution confidenceContribute to the evolution of scalable PMO operating models, governance standards, and ways of workingChampion data‑driven portfolio insights and outcome‑focused success measuresPartner with peer PMO leaders to ensure consistency, cohesion, and a “One PMO” culture across the organizationSkills12+ years of experience in program, portfolio, or transformation leadership within complex, cross‑functional organizationsProven experience operating at a Director or equivalent senior leadership level, delivering outcomes through other leaders and senior ICsStrong commercial and business acumen, with experience supporting Marketing, growth, or revenue‑driving organizationsDemonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders, frame trade‑offs, and guide decision‑making in matrixed environmentsExperience building, coaching, and leading high‑performing teamsAbility to operate effectively in ambiguity, balancing strategic intent with execution realitiesDeep understanding of portfolio management, governance models, and delivery disciplineExceptional communication and executive presence, with the ability to translate complexity into clarityBachelor's degree requiredExperience in regulated, digital, or fast‑paced environments preferredMBA or equivalent experience preferredBenefitsMedical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance401(k) with company matchPre-tax spending accounts including health care FSA and commuter savingsFlexible paid time offProfessional development reimbursement and ongoing skills training opportunitiesEmployee resource groupsSwag, ticket giveaways, and more!Company OverviewBetMGM operates as a sports betting and gaming entertainment company. It was founded in 2018, and is headquartered in Jersey City, New Jersey, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is https://www.betmgminc.com/.