Job Title: Sr. Program Manager Nextgen CPQ
Location: Sunnyvale, CA (5 days onsite
Duration: 12+ Months
Role Description:
The Sr. Program Manager Nextgen CPQ is responsible for leading and managing the successful delivery of Nextgen CPQ platform for Cepheid. This position oversees the planning, execution, and control of all aspects of the program, including scope, schedule, budget, resources, quality, risks, issues, and stakeholder management. This position works closely with business leaders, IT teams, vendors, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment of expectations, objectives, and outcomes. This position also ensures adherence to the Danaher Business System and best practices for Nextgen CPQ implementation.
Job Experience Requirements:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent; master's degree preferred.
5+ years of leading global Salesforce CPQ/Revenue Cloud Advanced/ARM (Agentforce Revenue Management) & other Salesforce Projects, systems, processes, and suppliers.
Experience with managing suppliers, including successfully implementing supplier service changes.
Experience in driving technology change and rollouts.
Ability to create business cases and get approval from C-level executives and business partners.
Job Responsibilities:
Create and follow a strong program governance structure for clear communication, good decisions, and fast problem-solving.
Manage the program scope, timeline, and outcomes with project management methods and tools, such as agile, waterfall, or hybrid.
Use EVM methods to monitor and report on the program performance, progress, and value.
Make sure resources are used well, priorities are aligned, and standards and best practices are followed.
Report regularly and accurately on the program status, achievements, challenges, and risks, using the right formats and tools.
Find, assess, and reduce potential program risks, such as technical, operational, financial, or reputational risks. Report issues as needed and have backup plans.
Work with the implementation partner to ensure quality and timely program delivery, solve any problems or conflicts, and give feedback and guidance as needed.
Track the program budget and expenses and revenue against the plan. Report any differences or risks and suggest fixes.
