Job Purpose:The Sr. Customer Program Manager (CPM) is responsible for the execution of client programs and opportunities post award. Working closely with sales and the global project management office (GPMO), the Sr. Customer Program Manager leads the knowledge transfer of the program requirements, financial model and goals as negotiated in the contract(s), master service agreement(s) and statement of works. In alignment with the customer, the Sr. Customer Program Manager defines the processes and, implements the program framework utilizing project/program planning tools, financial and workload forecasting methods and, internal coordination with other departments and the execution of the program. This role is responsible for communicating the program status and raising issues/challenges to management and supporting departments. The Sr. Customer Program Manager manages the customer expectations and is the escalation point for the customer. Ongoing responsibilities include identifying continuous improvement opportunities post implementation and serving the business in various capacities: leader; change agent; strategic consultant; program manager; subject matter expert and customer advocate. The Sr. Customer Program Manager owns the overall relationship with the assigned customers, customer satisfaction, program(s) profitability, adherence to contract requirements and service levels. The Sr. Customer Program Manager owns the overall customer relationship for one or more of Shyftxe2x80x99s largest customers and/or business global account and all associated programs and has overall ownership for the customer profitability.Responsibilities:Primary day to day interaction and contact with the customer who has responsibility for implementation and ongoing management of the customer program (25%)Understands and executes to all contracts, master services agreement(s) and statements of work (35%)Responsible for tracking and meeting customer program profitability goals (30%)Monitoring and reporting adherence to contracted SLAxe2x80x99s (10%)Knowledge Skills and Experience:8 to 10 Years of relevant work experienceResponsibilities:xefx82xa7 In depth knowledge and complete understanding of the customer agreements and program requirementsxefx82xa7 Identifies root cause and drives issue resolution within appropriate cross-functional teams with minimal supervisionxefx82xa7 Owns updating and keeping current program documentation, ongoing reporting and service level trackingxefx82xa7 Works closely with customer to determine needs and ensure complete understanding of program processes, procedures and information flows to ensure successful implementation and execution of program(s)xefx82xa7 Works with both client and internal Shyft Global Services teams to identify continuous improvement and cost savings opportunities post implementationxefx82xa7 Meets with customer regularly to collaborate on the program and program status(s) and leads discussions on potential program enhancementsxefx82xa7 Provides program/project management expertise to define, develop and implement end-to-end best practices to support program requirementsxefx82xa7 Overall customer program financial management and compliance with all governance, legal and regulatory requirementsxefx82xa7 Identifies requests that are out of scope of the current agreement and disseminates the requirements to the appropriate resources for scoping and pricing to complete a change orderxefx82xa7 Utilize established standards and templates for financial and profitability reporting, business review documentation, SLA tracking and other key metric trackingxefx82xa7 Ensuring changes to any program where scope, budget, cost, timeline is impacted, follows the documented change control process and reviews and gains approval from the business unit leader(s) and strategic account managerxefx82xa7 Fosters cross-departmental teams, communication and sharing of lessons learned for continual process/program improvementRequired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:xefx82xa7 Able to adjust readily to change and adapt as neededxefx82xa7 Able to analyze and resolve complex issues and problems in a sound and timely fashionxefx82xa7 Able to assimilate research data from a variety of sources, analyze, and recommend appropriate courses of action to takexefx82xa7 Highly collaborative yet decisive to achieve goals and on-time delivery of key milestonesxefx82xa7 Able to constructively work under stress and pressure when faced with high workloads and deadlinesxefx82xa7 Able to create and conduct formal presentations, business reviews and financial/profitability updatesxefx82xa7 Able to execute oral and written instructions and to request clarification when neededxefx82xa7 Excellent written and verbal communications and able to express ideas clearly and convey necessary informationxefx82xa7 Demonstrated ability to breakdown complex requirements to effectively size, scope, plan and manage strategic project(s) while utilizing best practices, processes and toolsxefx82xa7 Able to facilitate group interactionsxefx82xa7 Able to identify areas of risk/concern in area of responsibility and effectively escalate when appropriatexefx82xa7 Able to identify needs and opportunities and develop action plans to addressxefx82xa7 Able to listen attentively and foster two-way dialoguexefx82xa7 Able to think strategically and tacticallyxefx82xa7 Able to work independently with minimum supervisionxefx82xa7 Knowledge and/or expertise in related area of responsibilityxefx82xa7 Working knowledge of Shyftxe2x80x99s services model, business and visionxefx82xa7 Possesses strong organizational and time management skills, driving tasks to completion.xefx82xa7 Ability to travel as required to support customer requirementsAble to execute instructions and to request clarification when needed.Able to use common office equipment.Able to demonstrate complex problem solving, critical thinking, and decision-making.Able to recognize and attend to important details with accuracy and efficiency.Able to perform complex mathematical calculations.Able to communicate clearly and convey necessary information.Able to converse and write effectively in English and other local / regional language.Able to create and conduct formal presentations.Able to interact effectively with higher levels of management (managers & above)Able to negotiate skillfully and promote/sell ideas persuasively.Understand, communicate, and collaborate effectively with people across various identities.Possesses strong leadership skills with a willingness to lead, create new ideas, and be assertive.Possesses strong organizational and time management skills, driving tasks to completion.Able to adjust readily to change and adapt as needed.Able to constructively work under stress and pressure when faced with high workloads and deadlines.Able to maintain and promote social, ethical, and organizational standards in conducting internal and external business activities.Able to work independently with minimum supervision.Able to effectively multi-task.Able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.Able to collaborate and build solid, effective working relationships with others.Able to exhibit ability to be sensitive to the needs, concerns, and feelings of others.Able to quickly learn/adapt to new systems and technology.Able to use relevant computer systems and applications at a basic level.Able to use relevant computer systems and applications at an advanced level.Working Conditions:Consistent non-standard work or overtime as business requires.On-call availability required as necessary.Professional, office environment.Remote / Work-from-home.Frequent Travel Required (50%).Key SkillsWhatxe2x80x99s In It For You?
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