Job Description

At Tekion, OEM Partner Implementation has continued to grow at an accelerated pace, expanded leadership within our PMO organization. As a Senior Staff Program Delivery Manager you will play a pivotal role in overseeing complex, high-impact OEM partner implementations, driving strategic initiatives, and enhancing program governance. This position requires strong leadership skills to influence cross-functional teams, senior executives, and external partners, ensuring seamless delivery of Tekion’s business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic advisor and partner with the Business Development team to design and execute comprehensive program implementation roadmaps. 

• Collaborate with Product and Engineering leadership to align program strategies with product goals, ensuring timely delivery and effective communication with OEM partners and senior executives. 

• Act as the Solution Integrator, working with Big 5 firms (Deloitte, Accenture, EY, etc.) to oversee our platform and implement changes to meet OEM needs. 

• Ensure the platform is developed and operating effectively with interfaces and integrations. 

• Align partners and OEMs to a shared vision and execution plan, fostering strong collaboration. 

• Provide leadership to Implementation teams to drive success in dealer onboarding and scalability across programs. 

• Act as the primary escalation point for program challenges, driving resolution in alignment with Tekion’s strategic goals. 

• Communicate effectively with senior leadership and executive stakeholders to present program updates, risks, and critical decisions. 

• Stay ahead of potential issues by navigating complex environments and pulling in appropriate resources as needed. 

• Design and implement advanced governance frameworks, fostering efficiency, transparency, and accountability across all programs. 

• Work closely with internal Tekion teams to manage a platform that is still evolving, ensuring smooth integration and development. 

• Mentor and guide PMO team members, fostering professional growth and capability development. 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience; a master’s degree is preferred. 

Required Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience managing complex, large-scale programs, including leadership roles within PMOs or consulting experience with top-tier firms (e.g., Big 5). 

• 3+ years of experience managing relationships with a Big 5 firm. 

• Demonstrated success in leading programs with significant technical and strategic complexity. 

• Exceptional client-facing and internal communication skills, including experience influencing senior and executive leadership. 

• Proven ability to manage multiple large-scale projects simultaneously while maintaining a high standard of quality and governance. 

• Strong technical acumen, with the ability to bridge communication between technical teams and business stakeholders. 

Preferred Skills

• Deep expertise in the OEM and/or Automotive industry is highly desirable. 

• Experience leading globally distributed cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions. 

• Expertise in leveraging data-driven decision-making and quantitative analysis for prioritization and strategy development. 

• Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity and define actionable paths to resolution. 

• Exceptional leadership skills, including stakeholder management, team mentoring, and conflict resolution. 

• Extensive experience with the Scaled Agile Framework, Scrum practices, and facilitating multi-team planning and execution. 

• Proven success in managing large-scale technical releases, including UAT planning, dependency tracking, and coordinating deployment activities. 

• Strong accountability, integrity, and a track record of delivering measurable results. 

Perks and Benefits

• Competitive compensation and generous stock options   
• 100% employer-paid top-of-the-line medical, dental and vision coverage  
• Great benefits including unlimited PTO, parental leave and free snacks and beverages  
• The opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds from Silicon Valley’s most dominant and successful companies   
• Be part of an early stage, hyper-growth start-up with the opportunity to grow and prosper    
• Work on the latest and coolest technologies – everything is home-grown and built ground-up   
• A dynamic work environment with a strong sense of community and collaboration   
• The open and transparent culture that encourages innovation, rewards performance and discourages hierarchy   
• Exciting opportunities for career growth and development   

[if job is US Remote or Pleasanton]  

The salary range for this position is  $200,000-$230,000.  The salary range describes the minimum to maximum base salary range for this position across applicable US locations. [if job is CA or US Remote and eligible for a bonus/commission] [This position is also eligible for a (bonus or commission) whereby total compensation may exceed base salary depending on individual performance.] The actual compensation offered may vary from the posted hiring range based on geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.  [if eligible for stock] [In addition to the compensation listed, this position is eligible for equity compensation.]  

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