Sr. Product Manager

About Centric Software:

Centric Software® is a global leader, providing an innovative and AI-enabled product-concept-to-commercialization platform for retailers, brands and manufacturers of all sizes. We equip retail, fashion, luxury, footwear, outdoor, home and consumer goods brands with pioneering best-of-breed solutions to plan, design, develop, source, comply, buy, make, price, allocate, sell and replenish products. Our technology powers brands to streamline processes, drive efficiency and operate with confidence in an ever-changing market.

Our story is one of rapid growth, bold ideas and extraordinary opportunities. We’re here to challenge the status quo—and we’re looking for brilliant people who want to do the same. No matter where you are in the world, this is your chance to be part of something exceptional.

Responsibilities

• Project Planning and Scoping
  Develop detailed project plans, timelines, resource allocation schedules, and communication strategies in alignment with PMOS standards.
• Forecasting
  Provide and regularly update accurate resource allocation forecasts. Monitor project hours, resources, and expenses against the approved budget. Deliver a weekly budget report.
• Client Management
  Serve as the day-to-day point of contact for the client project team. Manage expectations, coordinate meetings, and facilitate all key project milestones (e.g., blueprinting, configuration, testing, training, and go-live).
• Project Execution and Compliance
  Execute the project rigorously using Centric’s implementation methodology, ensuring all required internal documentation and phase gate approvals are completed and auditable.
• Risk and Change Management
  Proactively identify, track, and mitigate project risks and issues. Manage all scope change requests through the formal change control process. Escalate potential budget or timeline risks to the Director as needed.
• Team Coordination
  Coordinate activities among the client team, internal technical consultants, and project subject matter experts (SMEs) to ensure smooth transitions between project phases.

Qualifications

• Technical Mastery
  Demonstrated proficiency in managing complex, multi-phase enterprise software implementation projects. Strong working knowledge of relevant project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, MS Project).
• Organizational Knowledge
  Practical understanding of Centric PLM integration within typical client business processes and IT environments.
• Certifications and Training
  Formal training or certification in a recognized project management methodology (e.g., PMP, CAPM, or Scrum Master) is preferred.
• Communication and Governance
  Proven ability to lead effective project steering committee meetings and clearly articulate complex technical and business issues to both client and internal stakeholders.

Performance Objectives

• Client Satisfaction
  Ensure the deployed solution aligns with customer expectations and delivers the intended business value.
• On-Time Delivery
  Complete all assigned projects within the defined timeline and acceptable variance established by the PMO.
• Process Compliance
  Successfully pass all internal project audits, demonstrating adherence to established methodologies and documentation standards.
• Client Handoff
  Ensure a smooth and successful transition to the Customer Support (C5) team, with all necessary knowledge transfer and documentation completed.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $130,000 - $160,000 (depending on location) + Bonus and Benefits.    Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location.  The range for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations.  Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience and relevant education or training.  Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary and certain positions may be offered with additional variable incentives. 

Centric Software provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status or genetic information.