Program Management - Program Manager V

Job#: 2069095

Job Description:

Title: Program Manager (Product Lead)

Location: Remote (PST or CST preferred)

Pay: $109.67/hour

Duration: 6 month contract

As a Product Lead within our Strategic Sourcing organization, you will be responsible for executing and driving the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for our Supplier Enablement Platform. You will work closely with cross-functional teams (Procurement Operations, Strategic Sourcing, procure to pay, Finance, Enterprise Products, Legal, and business unit vendor managers) to develop and launch product enhancements that meet the needs of our partners and suppliers.

Responsibilities:

• Execute and drive the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for our supplier enablement platform
• Use supplier and internal stakeholder feedback to identify opportunities for product enhancements
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and launch new product features
• Work closely with engineering teams to ensure successful product roadmap delivery
• Develop business cases and create data-driven presentations to support product initiatives
• Analyze product performance and adoption and make data-driven decisions to optimize product development
• Communicate product plans and progress to stakeholders, including senior leadership and external partners
• Build and foster cross-functional relationships. Proactively engage stakeholders to gain understanding of and build out problem statements. Ideate on potential solutions and the impact those may have on established business processes.
• Assist in developing user acceptance test scenarios to ensure product enhancements are ready for external launch
• Support cross-functional initiatives by advocating for the supplier experience and incorporating perspectives that ensure holistic solutions
• Create and track key performance indicators and success metrics through dashboard creation (Thoughtspot, Tableau, etc.) and communicate metrics and insights to stakeholders
• Create user stories and product requirement documents to guide the development of new products and features
• Proficiently write and maintain technical documentation, such as product requirements, design documents, and user manuals

Key Skills and Experience:

• 10+ years of relevant experience in product management or Global Source to Pay organizations
• Proven track record of launching successful products/programs
• Strong understanding of enterprise software and procurement systems/processes/tools
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proven experience troubleshooting problems and developing solutions
• Experience driving change and improving end-to-end processes

Must-have skills:

• Excellent understanding of automation process.
• Ability to work through ambiguity. Experience thinking creatively to solve business challenges and improve tools and processes.
• Ability to reprioritize based on changes dynamics.

Nice to Have:

• Tableau and proficiency in data analysis.
• Familiarity with design thinking and user-centered design approaches
• Experience working in a global enterprise and complex procurement environments
• Excellent communicator, with proven skills in consulting with internal business clients and external suppliers. Cross-cultural experience preferred

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a retirement plan (401k or local country equivalent) program. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

EEO Employer: Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.