Team Manager

Job Title: Lead Implementation Manager

Overview: The Lead Implementation Manager will oversee a team of Implementation Managers (IMs) dedicated to successfully implementing client’s platform and services for end customers. This role combines project management leadership with a focus on quality assurance and training, ensuring high standards of service delivery and team performance.

• Provide ongoing guidance and support to Implementation Managers, fostering a culture of collaboration and empowerment to drive successful implementations and achieve project goals.
• Conducting regular quality audits to ensure adherence to established standards and continuous improvement.
• Developing and implementing comprehensive training programs to bridge knowledge gaps and enhance team capabilities.
• Fostering a culture of learning, providing resources and support for both technical and non-technical skill development.
  
  

Key Responsibilities Include

• Project Oversight:
• Manage and oversee the end-to-end implementation process, ensuring alignment with client objectives and adherence to methodologies.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and key milestones.
• Team Management and Mentorship:
• Lead and mentor a team of Implementation Managers, providing ongoing guidance and support to enhance team performance.
• Shadow each offshore IM regularly by following email threads, Slack channels, and customer calls, providing actionable feedback on strengths and areas for improvement.
• Progress Monitoring and Support:
• Conduct weekly check-ins (account reviews) with each IM to assess project progress, identify risk areas, flag blockers, and provide support.
• Ensure IMs effectively share progress updates on implementation projects, including completed tasks, upcoming work, account health, and potential risks.
• Function as the escalation point for IMs, working with internal teams to mitigate risks and resolve challenges.
• Quality Assurance:
• Conduct regular quality audits and reviews to ensure compliance with established standards and continuous improvement.
• Monitor team collaboration and maximize knowledge sharing through daily stand-ups and clarifying queries to identify key trends or areas for improvement.
• Training and Development:
• Conduct comprehensive training needs assessments to identify skills or knowledge gaps within the team.
• Collaborate with leads and managers in business units to determine training priorities.
• Develop and deliver effective training programs for internal teams, ensuring training sessions are interactive, engaging, and relevant to participants' roles.
• Create training materials and conduct in-person and virtual training sessions.
• Assess training needs and measure training effectiveness, providing insights for continuous improvement.
• Manage end-to-end new hire training for new associates, sharing batch reports and regular updates on training progress with stakeholders.
• Manage knowledge interventions, including refresher training sessions and administering process knowledge tests.
• Facilitate Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) trainings for associates identified as having performance issues.’
• Utilize diverse training methods, such as role-playing, simulations, and group activities, to enhance learning outcomes.
• Reporting and Communication:
• Provide weekly reports detailing case closures, active cases, and projections for new case assignments.
• Monitor capacity and efficiency to advise on case assignments and track long-running implementations, ensuring action plans are updated.
• Continuous Improvement:
• Identify risks to help unblock IMs and provide guidance on necessary actions.
• Question situations that appear off, such as discrepancies in utilization rates or prolonged project phases and dig into underlying issues.
• Provide feedback for individual performance and process adjustments to enhance efficiency and teamwork.
• Celebrate wins by recognizing individual and team accomplishments to boost morale and maintain momentum.
• Data and Dashboard Utilization:
• Connect insights using available data and dashboards to identify concerning trends, support needs, and opportunities for feedback and action planning.
• Track long-running implementations and ensure action plans are sound and updated every two weeks.
  
  

Experience

• 7+ years of project management experience, preferably in SaaS product implementation.
• Proven track record of managing complex implementation projects and leading high-performing teams.
  
  

Skills Required

• Soft Skills:
• C1 level language proficiency on the CEFR Scale, excellent presentation, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Strong people skills with the ability to manage diverse teams and resolve conflicts effectively.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficient in project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Jira, Trello) and CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce).
• Familiarity with SQL for data extraction and reporting; knowledge of data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is a plus.
• Understanding of the advertising technology ecosystem, including campaign management, SSP/DSP, and ad servers.
• Experience with process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) to enhance operational efficiency.
• Project Management:
• Knowledge of quality tools (Six Sigma-Green Belt, PMP/Prince-2) and familiarity with project management methodologies.
  
  

Education

• Any graduation.
  
  

Working Hours

• Mon to Fri: 6:30 PM IST to 3:30 AM IST (subject to change based on US Day-light saving) - Work from Office - Mandatory
  
  

Location:

• Hyderabad.