Would you like to be a part of the organization where high energy meets intellect? If you get excited by solving puzzles and working in a collaborative environment, then Aptean wants to work with you!!
Aptean provides very specific industries with very specific ERP, supply chain management, and customer experience solutions. In today’s fast-paced, highly competitive economy, organizations don’t have time to waste forcing homegrown software, spreadsheets, and one-size-fits-all solutions to do things they were never designed to do. Aptean is on a mission to end those workarounds – with industry-specific solutions instead of generic software, expert support instead of making you go it alone, and a steady influx of new ideas instead of the status quo. That’s why over 7,000 highly specialized organizations in more than 20 industries and 74 countries rely on Aptean to streamline their everyday operations.
Aptean is focused on providing products and solutions to customers in specific verticals. Our products are rich in feature and functionality and delivered on premise, SaaS and Hybrid delivery models. Aptean’s products deliver value at lowest total cost of ownership and scale with needs of our customers. Most of our products and solutions are leaders in the vertical market segments they serve.
Aptean uses its core values of Drive For Results, Win Together, Foster Innovation, and Be Courageous to guide its employee community to serve every customer in every geography and market.
1. JOB IDENTIFICATION
FUNCTION: R&D
JOB LEVEL: Senior
JOB TITLE: Senior Analyst, Program Management (PMO), R&D
REPORTS TO Full line: Manager/Senior Manager Program Management (PMO) , R&D
2. GENERAL JOB SUMMARY (1 paragraph overview describing the primary function and focus of this position)
The Senior Analyst, Program Management (PMO) will be responsible for supporting the management of strategic Aptean R&D Programs. The individual will work to support PMO leadership to work collaboratively with R&D teams, cross-functional and cross-departmental teams to drive integration and continuous improvements to the programs’ process, policies and operations. The role requires the individual to be highly resourceful with a can-do attitude, appetite for learning and experience in data analysis, portfolio management, and continuous improvement; with the ability to lead, influence, and drive positive change.
This position is part of R&D’s Program Management Office (PMO). The Senior Analyst will work closely with PMO Managers to assist them to create, analyze, track standardized project metrics and to help drive processes as part of the PMO team. S/he would have excellent knowledge of Software Engineering Process and Agile / Kanban Methodology.
3. SCOPE (Describe the nature and magnitude of the impact of this position’s decisions and/or actions on the division or function. Cite impact in terms of sales volume, capital expense, project scope, throughput, etc. where possible. Add categories and verbiage to fully articulate job scope and impact as needed.)
Knowledge: Having wide-ranging experience, uses professional concepts and company objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways.
Complexity: Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Networks with key contacts outside own area of expertise. Is able to challenge and be challenged.
Supervision: Determines methods and procedures on new assignments.
4. ORGANIZATION (Indicate the job positions reporting to this role)
Full line: None
5. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (List the key duties and responsibilities and essential functions of the role)
1. Assists R&D Managers to manage Software Development project activities on all project phases for multiple products in the company portfolio by providing timely data and reports.
2. Works collaboratively with cross functional stakeholders to create, analyse and track project metrics using various Project tools.
3. Assists to track and report various Program metrics and do timely escalations when required.
4. Provides ongoing project status reports by maintaining metrics and dashboards.
5. Ability to train stakeholders to roll out PMO practices and process.
6. Assists in other tasks as deemed necessary by his/her supervisor or Organization.
6. JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Education (Indicate the minimum level of education necessary for this position. Check all that apply and indicate specific degree as applicable to the side (e.g., Bachelor’s in Computer Science)
RequiredPreferred Degree/Certification
? ? Bachelor’s degree
? ? Master’s degree
? ? Ph.D.
? ? J.D. (law)
? ? Certification:
? ? Registration:
? ? Licensure:
? ? Other:
Work Experience (Indicate the approximate years of relevant work experience necessary for this position)
Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience in a software environment Data Analystor Program Coordination role with a Bachelor’s degree; or 4 years and a Master’s degree; or equivalent experience. Typical range is 4-7 years.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
o Experienced in Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, PowerPoint)
o Advanced MS Excel Hands-on
o Strong written and verbal communication skills.
o Strong analytical and problem solving skills are a must.
o Good coordination skills are necessary.
o Experience in working with cross functional stakeholders.
o Knowledge of Agile development and/or Agile ways of working is a plus
o Exposure to MS Team Foundation Server, knowledge of SharePoint and SQL Scripting would be added advantage.
o Exposure to VBA/Macros is desired.
If you are determined to give your best every day and you are seeking an opportunity to work with an amazing group of people, then apply online today!
Skills/Requirements
1. JOB IDENTIFICATION
FUNCTION: R&D
JOB LEVEL: Senior
JOB TITLE: Senior Analyst, Program Management (PMO), R&D
REPORTS TO Full line: Manager/Senior Manager Program Management (PMO) , R&D
2. GENERAL JOB SUMMARY (1 paragraph overview describing the primary function and focus of this position)
The Senior Analyst, Program Management (PMO) will be responsible for supporting the management of strategic Aptean R&D Programs. The individual will work to support PMO leadership to work collaboratively with R&D teams, cross-functional and cross-departmental teams to drive integration and continuous improvements to the programs’ process, policies and operations. The role requires the individual to be highly resourceful with a can-do attitude, appetite for learning and experience in data analysis, portfolio management, and continuous improvement; with the ability to lead, influence, and drive positive change.
This position is part of R&D’s Program Management Office (PMO). The Senior Analyst will work closely with PMO Managers to assist them to create, analyze, track standardized project metrics and to help drive processes as part of the PMO team. S/he would have excellent knowledge of Software Engineering Process and Agile / Kanban Methodology.
3. SCOPE (Describe the nature and magnitude of the impact of this position’s decisions and/or actions on the division or function. Cite impact in terms of sales volume, capital expense, project scope, throughput, etc. where possible. Add categories and verbiage to fully articulate job scope and impact as needed.)
Knowledge: Having wide-ranging experience, uses professional concepts and company objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways.
Complexity: Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Networks with key contacts outside own area of expertise. Is able to challenge and be challenged.
Supervision: Determines methods and procedures on new assignments.
4. ORGANIZATION (Indicate the job positions reporting to this role)
Full line: None
5. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (List the key duties and responsibilities and essential functions of the role)
Assists R&D Managers to manage Software Development project activities on all project phases for multiple products in the company portfolio by providing timely data and reports.
Works collaboratively with cross functional stakeholders to create, analyse and track project metrics using various Project tools.
Assists to track and report various Program metrics and do timely escalations when required.
Provides ongoing project status reports by maintaining metrics and dashboards.
Ability to train stakeholders to roll out PMO practices and process.
Assists in other tasks as deemed necessary by his/her supervisor or Organization.
6. JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Education (Indicate the minimum level of education necessary for this position. Check all that apply and indicate specific degree as applicable to the side (e.g., Bachelor’s in Computer Science)
RequiredPreferred Degree/Certification
? ? Bachelor’s degree
? ? Master’s degree
? ? Ph.D.
? ? J.D. (law)
? ? Certification:
? ? Registration:
? ? Licensure:
? ? Other:
Work Experience (Indicate the approximate years of relevant work experience necessary for this position)
Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience in a software environment Data Analystor Program Coordination role with a Bachelor’s degree; or 4 years and a Master’s degree; or equivalent experience. Typical range is 4-7 years.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Experienced in Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, PowerPoint)
Advanced MS Excel Hands-on
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong analytical and problem solving skills are a must.
Good coordination skills are necessary.
Experience in working with cross functional stakeholders.
Knowledge of Agile development and/or Agile ways of working is a plus
Exposure to MS Team Foundation Server, knowledge of SharePoint and SQL Scripting would be added advantage.
Exposure to VBA/Macros is desired.
DISCLAIMER
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
