Role : Sr Release ManagerLocation : Dallas, TX ( Hybrid in Coppell office , NO REMOTE)Overview:Blue Yonder is a leading supply chain software company that provides intelligent solutions for businesses worldwide. Our mission is to help our clients optimize their supply chain operations through cutting-edge technology and data-driven insights. We are looking for an experienced Release Manager - Director to develop and lead cross-functional releases to support the strategic direction of the organization – with a special emphasis on predictability and quality. This includes how Blue Yonder, Inc. optimizes timelines, deliverable deadlines and accountability, as well as risk management and tools and infrastructure required for smooth, predictable, high quality releases. The Release Management Director will ensure cross-functional program goals are met in respect to budget, planning, quality, performance and customer satisfaction.The Release Management Director will also be involved in overseeing continual process improvement activities to improve Blue Yonder’s internal release management operations. These types of activities will cover a wide range of business domains and require flexibility and strong learning capabilities.Success will be dependent upon developing, implementing, and managing processes, procedures, policies and tools to ensure prelease goals are achieved; working with Product PMO, Development, Product Management, and field teams. Primary Responsibilities:Coordinate cross-functional teams composed of members from wide-ranging functional areas listed abovePlan and execute programs to bring releases to market in a predictable and high quality fashionIdentify and support systemic improvements to release execution through new tools, processes, policies, procedures, standardization of release lifecycle, and best practices capture/sharing to support the organization’s strategic goalsWork closely with senior management on release strategy, organization initiatives, release reviews and quality managementPerform end-to-end release management starting from product teams release plans through software available for customer consumptionManage cadence of release metrics review, actions and follow upPrepare weekly release status reports and communicate with senior managementWork across geographical teams to ensure timeline, quality and budget are kept in line with the release expectationsInnovatively identify and resolve business problems by working from the ground up and engaging senior executivesWork with customers, field teams and release managers across partners to ensure consistent overall release delivery for Supply Chain SolutionsRequired Experiences:Min of 10+ years release management experienceBachelor’s degree in business or engineering related field of study Proven experience in managing a portfolio of SW releases in a Leadership roleExperience in interacting with VPs and higher Executives for planning, budgeting, and strategic discussions.Experience in playing a CATALYST role in change managementThorough understanding of release management techniques and methodsThorough understanding of continuous improvement principle and techniquesDemonstrated experience coordinating cross functional teams to deliver comprehensive releases to marketCollaborative, but confident leader who can ensure support from a diverse set of internal contributors to the overall mission of building a robust, external developer communityTechnical expertise sufficient to enable thoughtful solutions to problems in the developer community contextStrong interpersonal, team and relationship building skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skills, particularly presentation experience to senior levels of managementAbility to explain the business and technical value of a solution offering to an audience mix of technical and non-technical customer or partner representativesStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to organize and prioritize work, work independently and within ambiguity, produce deliverables, establish realistic goals and deadlines and manage changing prioritiesPreferred Experiences:Understanding of Blue Yonder’s or competitive supply chain solutionsExcellent knowledge in using various tools like Jira, Confluence, Aha! Experience with machine learning and AI systemsMaster’s degree in business or engineering related field of study-------------------------------------------§The salary range for this position is: USD $ 115,600.00 – $ 167,650.00 The salary range information provided, reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual salary will be commensurate with skills, experience, certifications or licenses and other relevant factors. In addition, this role will be eligible to participate in either the annual performance bonus or commission program, determined by the nature of the position.At Blue Yonder, we care about the wellbeing of our employees and those most important to them. This is reflected in our robust benefits package and options that includes: Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision 401K with Matching Flexible Time Off Corporate Fitness Program Wellbeing Days A variety of voluntary benefits such as; Legal Plans, Accident and Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and much moreAt Blue Yonder, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging in which everyone can share their unique voices and talents in a safe space. We continue to be guided by our core values and are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer. We understand that your career search may look different than others, and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience.Our ValuesIf you want to know the heart of a company, take a look at their values. Ours unite us. They are what drive our success – and the success of our customers. Does your heart beat like ours? Find out here: Core ValuesDiversity, Inclusion, Value & Equality (DIVE) is our strategy for fostering an inclusive environment we can be proud of. Check out Blue Yonder's inaugural Diversity Report which outlines our commitment to change, and our video celebrating the differences in all of us in the words of some of our associates from around the world.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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