Introduction to Verizon and the Role
At Verizon, we empower people to live, work, and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We drive innovation, creativity, and impact in the world, and our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. If you want more out of a career and are looking for a place to share your ideas freely, Verizon is the place for you. We are seeking an experienced Process and Project Management Professional to join our Product Commercialization Process Readiness Team as a Program and Project Senior Manager.
Role Overview
In this role, you will lead a portfolio of programs and projects through the Initiation Phase of the Product Commercialization Process (PCP). You will partner and collaborate with the Product Owner(s) and Technology Solutions Partner(s) to develop a product vision and turn it into a well-defined plan of intent. The plan of intent will define a comprehensive list of features and detailed descriptions of the deliverables to achieve the goals of the product. You will act as an adviser to the Product Owner to ensure the program brief(s), roadmap, and financials, along with any additional artifacts, required for intake and handoff to the Product Commercialization Process Team are comprehensive and clearly paint the customer benefit and experience picture.
Key Responsibilities
- Guide the Product Owner and Technology Solutions Partner to clearly define their program, scope, and requirements.
- Ensure the program or project is organized into workable development phases, delivering a viable product to the customer (internal or external) with achievable timelines for continued development.
- Enforce the team's process, while thinking outside the box to find alternative solutions, upholding the Verizon Credo, and managing diverse personalities and tenure.
- Work with all levels of management, including executive leadership, so strong communication skills are required.
- Establish strong partnerships with the product organization and our partner organizations.
- Exercise your understanding of the products, strategy, and life cycle in the assigned portfolio, by helping define and document the roadmap, scope, and requirements to be executed.
- Collaborate with the Product Commercialization Process team and identify process, workflow, and automation improvements.
- Communicate and collaborate across portfolio management, product, and technology to identify scope and requirement duplication or dependencies to eliminate redundancies and improve each product's time to market.
- Partner with technology and business leaders from multiple Verizon teams (across the enterprise) in defining and evolving the priority of each program/project development increment.
- Promote collaboration of scope, use cases, technical requirements, product design, and functional testing to ensure products and technology partners adhere to aligned scope, project sizing, approved budget, and project timelines.
- Manage working relationships with product and project managers across projects within Verizon with strong lines of communication.
- Serve as governance and advisor for the product tower strategy, ensuring streamlined activities within the organization based on the priorities of the organization.
- Provide clear, consistent direction, pragmatic problem-solving techniques, as well as encouragement and constructive criticism.
- Solve problems by digging into the details to determine root causes, quantifying impact, and pursuing impactful solutions.
Essential Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will need to have:
- Bachelor's degree or four or more years of work experience.
- Six or more years of relevant work experience.
- Four or more years of program or project management experience.
- Knowledge of Product or product life cycle management experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Even better if you have one or more of the following:
- Business product lifecycle management experience.
- Financial acumen.
- Excellent communication.
- Strong relationship-building and networking abilities.
Skills and Competencies
To succeed in this role, you will need to possess the following skills and competencies:
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to think outside the box and find alternative solutions.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to work with diverse personalities and tenure.
- Strong leadership and governance skills.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and programs.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits
At Verizon, we are committed to helping our employees grow and develop in their careers. As a Process and Project Management Professional, you will have access to a range of training and development opportunities, including:
- Formal training programs.
- On-the-job training and mentorship.
- Opportunities to work on high-visibility projects and programs.
- Access to industry-leading tools and technologies.
- Opportunities to network and build relationships with other professionals in the field.
Work Environment and Company Culture
At Verizon, we are proud of our diverse and inclusive culture. We believe that diversity makes us stronger, and we are committed to creating a collaborative and inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of Verizon, including:
- Health and wellness benefits.
- Short-term incentives.
- 401(k) Savings Plan.
- Stock incentive programs.
- Paid time off.
- Parental leave.
- Adoption assistance.
- Tuition assistance.
Compensation, Perks, and Benefits
The compensation range for this position is between $108,000.00 and $219,000.00 annually, based on a full-time schedule. The salary will vary depending on your location and confirmed job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive-based position with the potential to earn more. For part-time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours.
Conclusion
If you are a motivated and experienced Process and Project Management Professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. As a Program and Project Senior Manager on the Product Commercialization Process Readiness Team, you will have the chance to make a significant impact on our business and contribute to the success of our team. Don't miss out on this opportunity to join a dynamic and innovative company and take your career to the next level. Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding new role.
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