Customer Configuration Project Manager
- Full-time
Job Description
At NIQ, we're dedicated to providing more than just a job—we offer you the opportunity to own your story. As part of our team, you'll enjoy a range of benefits designed to support your well-being and career development. From comprehensive healthcare packages to opportunities for ongoing learning and advancement, we're committed to helping you thrive. Join us and experience Life at NIQ!
Role focused on groups of NIQ Clients, projects, and small to medium programs, their roadmaps, issues and escalations
Championing the client through preparation, onboarding through BAU
Ensure prioritization and status of key client items are known by Tech/Product Leadership
Single Tech Escalation point for client and program teams
Manage escalating or key client KPIs and Reporting when needed
Implement service improvement plans for process and tech issues when needed
Partner with the Client Deployment Lead, Operations Delivery Lead, Tech, and Product Leadership, and Production Support to provide excellent client service
Bridge the communication gap between client and tech teams
Clear and prompt internal communications
5+ years in program and project management or similar role running projects or Support teams in Operations, Technology or Engineering
Ability to analyze and evaluate problems, offer solutions and determine when more help is required
Superior communication skills (interpersonal, verbal, presentation, written, email)
Proven ability to influence and gain buy-in at multiple levels, across divisions, functions and cultures
Able to work with senior-level management and virtual teams
Ability to prioritize, manage, and deliver on multiple work streams simultaneously; highly motivated and able to work within aggressive schedules
Action-oriented, flexible, resourceful, and able to operate effectively within a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Positive attitude, team player, self-starter; takes initiative, ability to work independently
Preferred: Cloud environment experience
Acts as a representative of NIQ and the Global Support organization to a client or set of clients, and vice versa
Become an expert in how clients are configured and how they use NIQ applications
Identify themes across clients, clearly communicate common issues, workarounds and timelines for resolutions.
Ensure compliance to standard procedures, best practices, policies, tools and delivery according to SLAs, including compliance to architecture, cybersecurity, and quality
Ensure quality delivery of configurations, perform validations and audits to identify and correct gaps
Act as liaison for the client to all facets of the Global Support organization and pull people together to make decisions (Global Support, Product, Operations, Technology, Client Deployment)
Refine and document new configuration procedures, SLAs, Best demonstrated practices and limitations.
Understand and communicate the client view on the prioritization of future enhancements and defect fixes to various stakeholders, including senior management
Responsible for managing client issues, expectations and risks to achieve a high level of client satisfaction
Work closely with Product Leadership, Operations and Client Deployment teams on client roadmaps and timelines
Champion the client through their onboarding, adoption phases and into a BAU state
Participate in production readiness for key feature updates impacting client configurations and coordinate the execution of client configurations for impacting software deployments or client deployments.
Identify and drive the end-to-end execution of client configuration for specific programs, deliverables and tracking of program health
Define and track program scope, milestones, timelines, and deployment plans
Act as the face of the program and communicate progress to upper management and stakeholders
For Technology programs impacting Global Support, ensure alignment between Product, Technology and Global Support and facilitate release planning, client configuration change management and ongoing process improvements.
Facilitate conversations to ensure Cross Functional Team Dependencies are planned, identifying gaps, and mitigating or escalating risks
Ensure program objectives are clearly defined and that the program meets them, then track and communicate progress
Track and ensure prompt resolution of issues, escalate issues in a timely and appropriate manner and manage client risks.
Why NIQ India Private Limited is a Great Place To Work®
India continues to stand out as one of the largest and fastest-growing developing economies globally, offering NIQ a significant opportunity. It is imperative that we prioritize India as a key investment market, not only for our business growth but also for the personal and professional development of our team members. To fully harness the potential of this market, expand our operations effectively, and realize our growth objectives, we have developed an exciting plan tailored specifically for India. Together, we'll unlock the full potential of this thriving market, creating an environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our collective success. Join us in envisioning the exhilarating journey and ambitious goals ahead.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
NIQ is committed to reflecting the diversity of the clients, communities, and markets we measure within our own workforce. We exist to count everyone and are on a mission to systematically embed inclusion and diversity into all aspects of our workforce, measurement, and products. We enthusiastically invite candidates who share that mission to join us.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, marital status, protected veteran status or any other protected class. Our global non-discrimination policy covers these protected classes in every market in which we do business worldwide.
Learn more about how we are driving diversity and inclusion in everything we do by visiting the NIQ News Center: https://niq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion/
Additional Information
Our Benefits
- Flexible working environment
- Volunteer time off
- LinkedIn Learning
- Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)
About NIQ
NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.
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Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
NIQ is committed to reflecting the diversity of the clients, communities, and markets we measure within our own workforce. We exist to count everyone and are on a mission to systematically embed inclusion and diversity into all aspects of our workforce, measurement, and products. We enthusiastically invite candidates who share that mission to join us. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, marital status, protected veteran status or any other protected class. Our global non-discrimination policy covers these protected classes in every market in which we do business worldwide. Learn more about how we are driving diversity and inclusion in everything we do by visiting the NIQ News Center: https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion