We have an exciting opportunity in the newly created role of Process Improvement Analyst III/Salesforce Product Manager Support that will focus primarily in supporting the Group instance of Salesforce! This unique role will apply PIA skills and practices but have alignment with the Agile train to support the system business owner in prioritizing and managing ongoing Salesforce development for Group - driving progress, efficiency & results to support the organization.
You are
- Process oriented & operational effectiveness/efficiency mindset.
- Well versed in analytical skills and can simultaneously maintain detail oriented & strategic views.
- A team player with proven track record to foster and manage working relationships within a matrixed environment.
- Proactive to problem-solving.
You will
- Be a peer to other Process Improvement Analysts who approach their role with an operational efficiency and process/tech change readiness approach but has an initial specialized focus on supporting Product Manager type activities for the Group instance of Salesforce.
- Support your leader, the system owner, and in collaboration with other Agile Train partners, in coordinating sizing, planning & prioritization, new feature & acceptance criteria creation, monitoring JiraAlign/development progress, UAT/Release business testing coordination and size/scope/timeline management.
- Represent Distribution but take a Group-wide view with a focus on delivering the highest value development in business-aligned timeframes, effectively and efficiently, to support Group success overall.
You have
- Bachelor's degree or related experience.
- Solid experience working with end users and leadership to observe and/or gather and assess business needs, with demonstrated ability to translate needs effectively between Business Areas & and Agile/IT resources.
- Solid project/task management ability and aptitude for quickly learning new technologies and processes.
- Strength in dealing with ambiguity and change & agility in prioritizing multiple tasks, responding rapidly to changing priorities, working within tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment, with a positive outlook.
- Strong influencing and communication skills.
- Salesforce knowledge/experience (++ for certification).
- Agile (SAFe or other Methodology) experience (++ for certification).
Location
This position is a Flex 2 category requiring 2 days a week in office if you are within a commutable distance of a Guardian office. Qualified internal applicants will be considered regardless of location.
Salary Range:
$67,450.00 - $110,815.00The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary, this role may also be eligible for annual, sales, or other incentive compensation.
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As part of Guardian’s Purpose – to inspire well-being – we are committed to offering contemporary, supportive, flexible, and inclusive benefits and resources to our colleagues. Explore our company benefits at www.guardianlife.com/careers/corporate/benefits. Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees. Interns are not eligible for most Company benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Guardian is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Accommodations
Guardian is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Guardian also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants (and employees) to accommodate the individual's known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected].
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