Akraya, Inc. is an award-winning IT staffing firm recognized for its commitment to excellence. They are seeking a Senior Cross-Functional Program Manager to lead large vendor partnerships and ensure successful execution of multi-year programs across diverse teams, collaborating closely with third-party vendors and various internal departments.
Responsibilities:
- Manage and optimize large vendor partnerships, coordinating with various operational counterparts
- Lead cross-functional projects by facilitating effective collaboration among sourcing, finance, product management, engineering, and operations teams
- Ensure timely attendance in meetings and deliver accountable work within set timelines
- Design and implement processes to enhance cross-team collaboration and support multiple project executions
- Conduct qualitative and quantitative reporting to stakeholders, providing valuable insights and updates
Requirements:
- Proficiency in Google Suite (Gmail, Calendar, Sheets, Slides, etc.)
- Strong familiarity with Identity, Safety, and Fraud Management methodologies
- Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts clearly and influence stakeholders without direct authority
- 6-8 years of experience as a Partnerships/Vendor and/or Program Manager in a fast-paced environment, ideally within the Technology or Product & Engineering domain
- Proven track record in leading medium to large cross-functional projects and managing challenging stakeholder relationships
- Experience in contract negotiations, performance management with partners or vendors, and a good understanding of Trust, Privacy, Safety, Identity, or Fraud domains