Lead end-to-end implementation of the Coupa platform for large strategic customers across the Americas. Ensure on-time, on-budget delivery through governance, resource planning, risk and financial management. Act as primary customer contact, manage executive stakeholders, mentor Engagement Managers, and occasionally serve as Delivery Executive Sponsor. Drive AI and Agile initiatives and partner on business transformation to maximize customer value.
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As a Sr. Principal Engagement Manager at Coupa, you will lead the end-to-end implementation of the Coupa platform for large and strategic customers across the Americas region. Operating as a senior individual contributor, you will be responsible for delivering successful customer outcomes while aligning solutions with business objectives and ensuring projects are executed with quality, predictability, and operational excellence.
You will work closely with customers, internal teams, and certified implementation partners to oversee execution, governance, resource alignment, and risk management. In addition, you may occasionally serve as a Delivery Executive Sponsor (DES), providing strategic oversight across a portfolio of engagements, mentoring Engagement Managers, and stepping in during critical situations to help drive successful outcomes and maintain executive alignment
What You’ll Do
- Own end-to-end delivery of complex customer engagements, ensuring projects are delivered withquality, on time, and within budget.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for customers and partners, building trusted relationships and managing executive stakeholder expectations.
- Lead implementations from mobilization through deployment and go-live, including governance,resource planning, and adherence to Coupa methodologies.
- Proactively manage risks, issues, and escalations, driving timely resolution and maintaining a clear path to successful delivery.
- Oversee project financial performance, including forecasting, contract compliance, KPI achievement, and overall engagement health.
- At times, act as senior engagement leader across a portfolio of strategic engagements, providing executive governance and ensuring delivery excellence
- Mentor and provide guidance to Engagement Managers, sharing best practices and supporting successful execution across multiple projects.
- Partner with customers and internal stakeholders on business transformation initiatives, helping organizations maximize the value of their investment in Coupa.
What You Will Bring to Coupa
- 10+ years of experience in systems applications consulting, Professional Services, or enterprise software delivery environments, with at least 5 years in program or project leadership roles.
- Proven experience leading complex enterprise SaaS implementations and managing multiple concurrent engagements across large organizations.
- Strong executive presence with the ability to build trusted relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels, including C-suite executives.
- Experience providing strategic oversight, executive governance, and leadership support across a portfolio of projects, including managing escalations and driving successful outcomes.
- Led delivery of enterprise AI and Generative AI initiatives using Agile methodologies, from use-case definition through deployment and adoption.
- Managed cross-functional teams across product, engineering, data science, and business functions to deliver scalable AI solutions.
- Facilitated Agile ceremonies, sprint planning, backlog refinement, and release management to drive predictable delivery and continuous improvement.
- Directed program governance, risk management, stakeholder communications, and executive reporting across multiple AI and digital transformation engagements.
- AI Strategy & Roadmap Development, Generative AI, Machine Learning, Intelligent Automation, and AI Use Case Prioritization.
- Agile Program & Project Management, Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, Sprint Planning, Backlog Management, and Release Planning.
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Executive Communication, Change Management, and Organizational Adoption.
- Portfolio Governance, Risk & Dependency Management, Resource Planning, Budget Management, Vendor Management, and KPI Tracking.
- Managed program governance, delivery risks, budgets, and executive
- Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop project leaders or Engagement Managers while fostering collaboration across cross-functional teams and implementation partners.
- Strong analytical, financial, and problem-solving skills, including experience with forecasting, KPI management, contract compliance, and engagement health.
- Experience with enterprise applications and digital transformation initiatives, including platforms such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Salesforce, Workday, Ariba, Concur, or other SaaS solutions; Business Spend Management experience is highly desirable.
- High levels of ownership, adaptability, and professionalism, with excellent communication skills and the ability to travel as required to support customers across the Americas region.
AI & Agile Experience
AI & Agile Capabilities:
Program Governance
The estimated pay range for this role is $152,000 - $213,333
The successful candidate’s starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location within the state.
The successful candidate’s starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location within the state.
At Coupa, we are 100% committed to creating and nurturing an environment that supports your physical, mental, and community well-being . We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to help you and your family thrive:
Global Well-Being Perks (For All Employees Globally)
- Global Wellness Days: Enjoy two designated, company-wide paid wellness days off each year (typically the first Friday in March and the last Friday in September) so the entire global team can unplug, step away, and recharge together .
- Birthday Time-Off: Celebrate your day! Coupa provides a paid day off on your birthday or another day of your choice within your birthday month .
- Volunteer Time Off (VTO): Giving back is in our DNA. We offer 40 hours of paid VTO annually to support the community initiatives and volunteer programs you are passionate about .
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access free, confidential, 24/7/365 counseling and resources for emotional support, work-life solutions, financial advice, legal guidance, and support for new parents .
- Business Travel Protection: Travel with peace of mind. Zurich Travel Assist provides medical, safety, pre-trip planning, and emergency support during any business travel .
- Referral Bonus Program: Share the Coupa experience! Receive generous monetary referral bonuses when you successfully refer talented friends or acquaintances who are hired into open roles .
Please note: In addition to these global well-being perks, Coupa offers highly competitive, location-specific benefits packages (which include comprehensive medical/dental insurance, retirement/pension plans, and life or accident protection) tailored to your primary work location. Your recruiter will walk you through the specific regional benefits package for this role during the interview process.
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