How to hire a global program manager

How to hire a global program manager, step by step

Here's a step-by-step global program manager hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a global program manager job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new global program manager
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The global program manager hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   Hiring the perfect global program manager also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   The following list breaks down different types of global program managers and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Global Program Manager	Description	Hourly rate
   Global Program Manager	Computer and information systems managers, often called information technology (IT) managers or IT project managers, plan, coordinate, and direct computer-related activities in an organization. They help determine the information technology goals of an organization and are responsible for implementing computer systems to meet those goals.	$35-70
   Information Technology Director	An information technology (IT) Director is a professional responsible for the management, strategy, and execution of an organization's IT infrastructure. He/She supervises a team of workers while working with the organization's management and external vendors and advisors... Show more	$46-94
   Information Technology Manager	An information technology manager is responsible for supervising tasks for the company's network and information systems operations. Information technology managers require excellent knowledge of the information systems industry, a strong command of programming languages, and software and hardware application processes... Show more	$40-81

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Project Management
   • Program Management
   • Global Program
   • Client Facing
   • External Stakeholders
   • Process Improvement
   • Portfolio
   • HR
   • Continuous Improvement
   • Infrastructure
   • Risk Management
   • ROI
   • Governance
   • Blended Learning

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   Responsibilities:

   • Coordinate and manage all aspects of solution delivery while leveraging SDLC and agile methods.
   • Manage and oversee logistics vendor in arranging mock advisory committee sessions.
   • Lead quarterly executive governance meetings and monthly operations review meeting for global suppliers.
   • Manage communications for implementation of outsource service provider for indirect sourcing activities in EMEA and APAC.
   • Manage cross-functional teams including global communications, product/parts replacements, logistics and hardware fulfillment, warranty, and escalations.
   • Handle intake process, obtain insurance authorizations, supervise utilization and management of Medicaid behavioral health manage care services.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your global program manager job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A global program manager can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, global program managers' average salary in hawaii is 53% less than in washington.
   • Seniority. Entry-level global program managers 50% less than senior-level global program managers.
   • Certifications. A global program manager with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a global program manager's salary.

   Average global program manager salary

   $103,268yearly

   $49.65 hourly rate

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   Entry-level global program manager salary

   $73,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 15, 2025

   Average global program manager salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Washington	$123,166	$59
   2	California	$119,244	$57
   3	Oregon	$116,570	$56
   4	Pennsylvania	$111,381	$54
   5	New York	$108,064	$52
   6	Michigan	$106,000	$51
   7	New Jersey	$103,756	$50
   8	Texas	$103,133	$50
   9	Massachusetts	$97,733	$47
   10	Delaware	$97,515	$47
   11	Arizona	$96,665	$46
   12	Illinois	$95,848	$46
   13	Virginia	$95,581	$46
   14	Ohio	$95,182	$46
   15	Indiana	$94,065	$45
   16	District of Columbia	$93,551	$45
   17	Rhode Island	$91,918	$44
   18	Iowa	$89,491	$43
   19	North Carolina	$87,903	$42
   20	Arkansas	$84,533	$41

   Average global program manager salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Meta	$146,755	$70.56	315
   2	Google	$134,901	$64.86	215
   3	The Walt Disney Company	$125,889	$60.52	76
   4	Snowflake Computing	$123,962	$59.60	7
   5	Apple	$123,507	$59.38	205
   6	Citi	$122,006	$58.66	15
   7	VMware	$121,181	$58.26
   8	Microsoft	$120,414	$57.89	153
   9	Adobe	$120,015	$57.70	66
   10	HP	$116,676	$56.09	11
   11	Novartis	$113,333	$54.49	15
   12	Workday	$113,184	$54.42	5
   13	JPMorgan Chase & Co.	$112,641	$54.15	214
   14	Intel	$112,378	$54.03	10
   15	Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.	$111,737	$53.72	57
   16	Amgen	$110,819	$53.28	38
   17	Tesla	$110,684	$53.21
   18	Veeva Systems	$110,218	$52.99	18
   19	Regeneron	$110,137	$52.95	32
   20	Amazon	$109,929	$52.85	939

4. Writing a global program manager job description

   A good global program manager job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a global program manager job description:

   Global program manager job description example

   Confluent is pioneering a fundamentally new category of data infrastructure focused on data in motion. Have you ever found a new favorite series on Netflix, picked up groceries curbside at Walmart, or paid for something using Square? That's the power of data in motion in action-giving organizations instant access to the massive amounts of data that is constantly flowing throughout their business. At Confluent, we're building the foundational platform for this new paradigm of data infrastructure. Our cloud-native offering is designed to be the intelligent connective tissue enabling real-time data, from multiple sources, to constantly stream across the organization. With Confluent, organizations can create a central nervous system to innovate and win in a digital-first world.
   
   We're looking for self-motivated team members who crave a challenge and feel energized to roll up their sleeves and help realize Confluent's enormous potential. Chart your own path and take healthy risks as we solve big problems together. We value having diverse teams and want you to grow as we grow-whether you're just starting out in your career or managing a large team, you'll be amazed at the magnitude of your impact.
   About the Role
   
   The Contingent Worker Program Manager will focus on building and standardizing global operations and processes that support our scaling contingent worker population. This position will provide the opportunity to implement a company first Global Managed Service provider and will help to ensure a smooth integration into our operations and systems. Reporting into the Senior Director of People Operations and HRIS, this role will work closely with the Global People Operations Teams and HRIS Team, as well as other cross functional teams and leaders.
   What You Will DoBuild and scale Global Contingent Worker program, including ownership of a phased vendor roll-out plan.Own the ongoing CW program management; driving improvements through a data-based approach.Partner with operational stakeholders such as People Operations, Legal, Procurement, IT, etc. Partner with globally distributed and highly cross-functional teams to expand the contingent worker program in a phased approach.Proactively identify improvement opportunities, deliver changes, and measure results across the project environment.Stabilize the Contingent Worker program with the goal to expand scope of responsibilities into relevant areas such as involvement with our global employees of record and associated EOR vendors.
   What You Will BringBachelor's degree in HR, Business, or a related field Minimum of five years' experience managing Contingent Worker programs and associated vendors Highly organized and motivated individual who has demonstrated successes building and scaling global program initiatives Experience with vendor management, HR Systems (Workday preferred) Extremely process and detail oriented with the ability to drive projects to completion with little supervision Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate at all levels within the organization
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   At Confluent, equality is a core tenet of our culture. We are committed to building an inclusive global team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, beliefs, and experiences. The more diverse we are, the richer our community and the broader our impact. Employment decisions are made on the basis of job-related criteria without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
   
   Confluent requires all employees (in office and remote) in the U.S. to be vaccinated for COVID-19. Consistent with federal, state, and local requirements, Confluent will consider requests for reasonable accommodation based on medical conditions/contraindications or sincerely-held religious beliefs where it is able to do so without undue hardship to the company.
   
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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find global program managers for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your global program manager job on Zippia to find and recruit global program manager candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit global program managers, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new global program manager

   Once you have selected a candidate for the global program manager position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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