Program & Planning Manager, Nissan Digital

Location: Franklin, TNJob Schedule: Full-time (Hybrid 4 days on-site)Education Requirement: Bachelor's degreeSponsorship: NoCome Drive Innovation with Us. We are currently looking for a Nissan Digital Program and Planning Manager to join our team in Franklin, TN.The Program and Planning Manager owns delivery execution for one or more products/value streams. They ensure the team delivers against committed outcomes, adhere to product lifecycle standards, and continuously improve flow, quality, and customer impact.A Day in the Life:The responsibilities listed are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties for this role. Additional tasks may be assigned, as needed, to support business objectives.Own product delivery plan and sprint/quarterly commitments; maintain backlog health; ensure DoR/DoD compliance.

Outcome: ≥90% commitment reliability per quarter;

10% scope churn post commit.Optimize flow (cycle time, WIP, lead time) using lean/agile practices; remove impediments quickly.

Outcome: 20–30% cycle time reduction within 2 quarters.Drive product quality and reliability (defect density, MTTR, availability targets).

Outcome: ≤X defects/KLOC; MTTR Y hours; availability ≥ 99.9% (targets set with product owner).Execute releases on a predictable cadence with risk-based change management.

Outcome: ≥95% release success rate; zero Sev1 incidents attributable to release process.Manage vendors for execution (deliverables, staffing, daily performance).

Outcome: Vendor sprint goals ≥90% met; benchmarks within cost/quality thresholds.Support intake & prioritization with data (sizing, ROI, risk) for the product area.

Outcome: Clear, ranked backlog; top 10 epics have estimates, benefits, and risks documented.Continuously improve ways of working (retros, kaizen, A/B tests on process changes).

Outcome: At least 1 improvement implemented per quarter with measurable effect.Who We’re Looking for:Required:Bachelor's degree plus 10 or more years of IS/IT experience.Five or more years as an intermediate level manager or supervisor, providing leadership, coaching, guidance, and training and contributing to staff development.Experience supervising subordinates or contractors whose roles were diverse in roles and objectives (e.g., Project Managers, Solution Architects, Business Analysts, etc.).Ability to work on-site in Franklin, TN.Desired:Technology, Management or Program/project management certifications is a plus.Cloud Practitioner certification is preferred.Ability to apply agile methods (Scrum/Kanban), CI/CD, test automation, and DevSecOps practices.Ability to understand target architecture and standards, as well as to ensure solutions conform.Ability to use work management tools (e.g., Azure DevOps/Jira), CI/CD pipelines, observability (APM/logging), and collaboration tools (Teams, SharePoint).What You’ll Look Forward to at Nissan:Career Growth and Continuous Learning Opportunities: Benefit from diverse career paths, cross-departmental moves, and innovative learning platforms. Enhance your skills through seminars, leadership training, and tuition reimbursement programs, all while playing a vital role in shaping the future of transportation. From day one, you'll have the support to tackle challenges and contribute to impactful solutions across our organization.Rewards: Be supported with a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP). For more information, access our .Built for Your Best:Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.It is Nissan’s policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.NISSAN FOR EVERYONEPeople are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are the key to maximizing the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable.

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