Lead complex technical projects from initiation to closure, collaborating with cross-functional teams and ensuring delivery within budget and timelines.
Coupa makes margins multiply through its community-generated AI and industry-leading total spend management platform for businesses large and small. Coupa AI is informed by trillions of dollars of direct and indirect spend data across a global network of 10M+ buyers and suppliers. We empower you with the ability to predict, prescribe, and automate smarter, more profitable business decisions to improve operating margins.
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🔹 Pioneering Technology: At Coupa, we're at the forefront of innovation, leveraging the latest technology to empower our customers with greater efficiency and visibility in their spend.
🔹 Collaborative Culture: We value collaboration and teamwork, and our culture is driven by transparency, openness, and a shared commitment to excellence.
🔹 Global Impact: Join a company where your work has a global, measurable impact on our clients, the business, and each other.
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The Impact of a Sr. Lead Program Manager at Coupa:
As a Sr. Lead Technical Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading complex technical projects from initiation to closure. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product, and operations, to ensure successful project delivery. This role requires a strong understanding of technical concepts, excellent communication skills, and a proven track record of managing projects in a fast-paced environment.
What You'll Do:
- Lead and manage technical projects, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery.
- Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
- Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk assessments.
- Coordinate and facilitate project meetings, including stand-ups, retrospectives, and stakeholder reviews.
- Monitor project progress, identify potential issues, and implement corrective actions. Communicate project status, risks, and dependencies to stakeholders regularly.
- Foster a collaborative and productive team environment. Mentor and guide junior project managers and team members.
What You Will Bring to Coupa:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum 7 years of experience in technical project management.
- Proven ability to manage complex technical projects.
- Strong understanding of software development life cycles (SDLC) and agile methodologies.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
- PMP or Agile certification is required.
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