Senior Program Manager - Universal Inventory - Network AutomationLocationToronto, ON, CA (M5J 2V5)Burnaby, BC, CACalgary, AB, CAEdmonton, AB, CAOttawa, ON, CAVancouver, BC, CAVictoria, BC, CAAnywhere in CanadaWhat you’ll doDrive the Universal Inventory Initiative from Vision to ImpactDefine and communicate the Universal Inventory vision, roadmap, and strategic priorities to align stakeholders across engineering, network operations, CIO, and AI/ML teams on what gets built and whenOrchestrate cross-functional execution across multiple departments and external partners, coordinating software engineers, network specialists, data engineers, and product teams to remove blockers and maintain momentumEstablish data governance standards and quality frameworks to ensure inventory accuracy, completeness, and accessibility—creating the clean data foundation that powers predictive maintenance, automation, and AI/ML initiativesPartner with network operations, automation teams, and business leaders to understand their needs, drive adoption of Universal Inventory, and ensure the system solves real operational problemsManage program health, track milestones and deliverables, and provide regular status updates to executives and leadership—identifying risks early and escalating when neededPresent program progress, business impact, and key decisions at steering committees and leadership reviews, translating technical complexity into executive insightsOversee program budget, resource allocation, and capacity planning across teams that don’t report directly to you, building the business case for continued investmentTrack metrics that matter—how inventory quality reduces MTTR, enables faster automation, improves ML accuracy, reduces outages, and drives cost savingsNavigate technical complexity, legacy system integration, and organizational change to keep the program moving forwardEnable team success by removing friction, providing clarity on priorities, advocating for resources,



and creating conditions for executionWhat you bringBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field, or equivalent relevant experience8+ years of program or project management experience in telecom, IT, or network operations environments. You understand network systems, data flows, and the operational complexity we’re navigatingDeep understanding of telecom network systems, data flows, and operational complexity (RAN, core network, inventory systems, OSS/BSS)Strong understanding of network data modeling, APIs, and data pipelines—credible in technical conversations with engineers about architecture, feasibility, and integrationAdvanced influence, stakeholder management, and cross-functional leadership skills to drive program momentumAdvanced communication and presentation skills—comfortable presenting to executives and steering committees, with a demonstrated ability to translate technical complexity and system limitations into business risk narratives that resonateProven track record leading transformational programs from strategy through execution and adoption at scaleStrong problem-solving skills that turn complex business challenges into viable technical solutionsGreat-to-havesExperience implementing or managing inventory systems like Netcracker, Circuit Vision, or AMDOCS. You’ve been in the trenches with enterprise inventory platforms and know their strengths and limitationsDeep familiarity with TMF standards.Salary Range$86,000-$136,000Performance Bonus or Sales Incentive Plan15%BenefitsComprehensive total rewards package highlighting market-competitive salary and bonus structures, minimum 3 weeks of vacation, and flexible benefits plan to meet the needs of you and your familyFlexibility to work in‑office, virtually or a combination of both, based on the role’s requirementsGenerous company-matched pension and share purchase programsOpportunity to give back to communities in which we work, live and serveCareer growth and learning & development opportunities to develop your skills#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Program Manager - Universal Inventory - Network Automation - C$86,000 - C$136,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Universal Inventory
📍 Winnipeg