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Associate Program Manager, Ecosystem Lab

Associate Program Manager, Ecosystem Lab

1 Month ago • 5 Years + • Product Management

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Job Description

Coupa is looking for a change- and program-management expert who can help scale and manage programmatic go to market programs and processes with partners. As a key member of the Ecosystems Labs team, you will be responsible for managing multiple strategic initiatives across new partner programs. As the Program Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring the successful execution of these programs, overseeing multiple projects, and delivering measurable business value. You will work collaboratively across functional boundaries and influence without authority.

Must have:

5+ years experience in program management
Proven track record of delivering complex programs
Strong understanding of project management methodologies
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Superior communication and interpersonal skills

Good to have:

Experience managing stakeholder expectations
Experience in a fast growing SaaS enterprise company
Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Asana)

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What You'll Do:

Partner with the Ecosystem Lab leadership to develop and execute the overall program strategy, ensuring alignment with company objectives
Lead the management of a portfolio of partner innovation projects, including breaking down initiatives into manageable workstreams, establishing project plans, timelines, and budgets
Manage project resources effectively, allocating tasks and ensuring cross-functional collaboration across departments.
Track project progress, identify and mitigate risks, and implement corrective actions as needed
Create compelling executive level communications and use engaging tools and creative thinking to increase internal and external engagement
Facilitate clear and consistent communication with all stakeholders, including project teams, senior leadership, and impacted departments
Develop and maintain program documentation, including project charters, status reports, and risk assessments
Conduct regular program reviews and present findings to leadership, highlighting progress, challenges, and opportunities
Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the program, identifying process optimization opportunities
Manage change effectively, proactively addressing stakeholder concerns and driving program adoption across the organization

What You'll Bring to Coupa:

Minimum 5 years of experience in program management or a related field
Proven track record of successfully delivering complex programs or projects on time and within budget
Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Superior communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships across all levels of the organization
Works effectively in an unstructured environment requiring new perspectives and creative approaches, and with multiple competing deadlines; can adapt quickly to changes and possesses strong work ethic
Always focused on doing what’s right for the business; high energy and contagious enthusiasm; willing to take on the tough tasks and challenges to support growth of the business
Experience managing stakeholder expectations and navigating change within an organization.
Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Asana)
Experience in a fast growing SaaS enterprise company preferred

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