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Program Manager, Business Development and Sales Effectiveness, US Commercial Bank

Bank Of Montreal


Job Location:

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 81400 - 151800
Posted: 12 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 9 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Application Deadline:

08/23/2026

Address:

320 S Canal Street

Job Family Group:

Customer Solutions

Role Purpose

The Program Manager leads assigned sales programs from design through implementation and sustainment. The role converts priorities into actionable plans coordinates cross-functional delivery and addresses barriers to field adoption and performance.

Key Responsibilities

End-to-End Program Management

  • Lead assigned sales programs from scoping and business requirements through launch measurement and sustainment.

  • Develop integrated plans defining outcomes milestones roles dependencies risks communications and success measures.

  • Manage workstreams governance status reporting issue resolution escalation and program documentation.

Sales Program Design & Readiness

  • Translate business priorities into practical sales programs processes tools and field resources.

  • Partner across Sales Product Marketing Strategy Operations and Technology to ensure solutions are relevant and executable.

  • Define readiness requirements and confirm resources processes technology and stakeholder support before rollout.

Field Implementation & Adoption

  • Serve as the central coordination point during implementation of assigned programs.

  • Develop or coordinate field communications leader materials FAQs job aids and implementation resources.

  • Use field feedback to identify adoption barriers resolve issues and reinforce program requirements.

Measurement & Improvement

  • Define program metrics reporting requirements and adoption indicators with relevant stakeholders.

  • Provide updates and dashboards highlighting progress outcomes risks decisions and trends.

  • Use performance data and feedback to improve program effectiveness and document lessons learned.

Risk & Accountability

  • Take measured risks while protecting the bank by applying BMOs Risk Management Framework in the execution of the role in line with the Banks Risk Culture and approved Risk Appetite.

  • Make sound risk-informed decisions that align to business strategy protect assets and comply with applicable policies standards procedures laws and regulations.

  • Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed

Qualifications

  • Typically 5-7 years of relevant experience and a post-secondary degree in a related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

  • Solid experience managing cross-functional programs or projects from design through implementation and sustainment.

  • Strong knowledge of program planning stakeholder management change readiness communications reporting and issue resolution.

  • Ability to translate business strategy into clear workplans field requirements deliverables and measures of success.

  • Working knowledge of commercial banking sales programs business development or a comparable financial-services environment is preferred.

  • In-depth verbal and written communication collaboration analytical problem-solving and influence skills.

  • Ability to work independently manage non-routine situations and balance multiple priorities.

Salary:

$81400.00 - $151800.00

Pay Type:

Salaried

The above represents BMO Financial Groups pay range and type.

Salaries will vary based on factors such as location skills experience education and qualifications for the role and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Groups expected target for the first year in this position.

BMO Financial Groups total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives discretionary bonuses as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance tuition reimbursement accident and life insurance and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits please visit: Us

At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting positive change for our customers our communities and our people. By working together innovating and pushing boundaries we transform lives and businesses and power economic growth around the world.

As a member of the BMO team you are valued respected and heard and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one for yourself and our customers. Well support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching to manager support and network-building opportunities well help you gain valuable experience and broaden your skillset.

To find out more visit us at is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race religion color national origin sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity gender expression transgender status sexual stereotypes age status as a protected veteran status as an individual with a disability or any other legally protected characteristics. We also consider applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal state and local law.

BMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Note to Recruiters: BMO does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to BMO directly or indirectly will be considered BMO property. BMO will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid written and fully executed agency agreement contract for service to submit resumes.


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