Program Manager / 4 Days Onsite Per Week Required / Seattle, WA

TEKsystems; Deutschland; Hybrid; EUR 116.000 - 134.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO / Vacation

Zusammenfassung

TEKsystems is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead a high‑visibility PLM data transformation initiative in Seattle on a 6‑month contract. This role requires 4 days onsite weekly and close collaboration across Product, Ops, Tech, PM and Merchandising.

You will manage multiple workstreams, governance, and executive updates while driving data modernization, taxonomy improvements, and enterprise benefits. A strong PMO background and retail domain experience are valued.

Qualifikationen

• FlexPLM experience and data transformation expertise required.
• Experience leading PMO and cross‑functional programs.
• Knowledge of PLM processes and product development lifecycles.
• Experience in retail/merchandising environments is preferred.
• Strong stakeholder management and executive communication skills.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and drive results in fast paced settings.

Aufgaben

• Lead overall program planning, execution, and delivery across workstreams.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams including Product Development, Ops, Tech, PM and Merchandising.
• Manage timelines, milestones, risks, budgets, and deliverables.
• Facilitate governance reviews and executive communications.
• Drive alignment and decision making across business and tech groups.
• Establish governance frameworks and reporting cadences.
• Remove roadblocks to ensure program success.
• Support data transformation and modernization initiatives.
• Build structure and accountability in evolving environments.
• Ensure delivery of strategic transformation objectives.

Kenntnisse

FlexPLM experience

Product data transformation

PMO leadership

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional leadership

Retail/merchandising domain knowledge

Influence without authority

Ambiguity navigation

Program delivery and execution

Coordinate multiple workstreams

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Microsoft Office Suite

PLM platforms

FlexPLM

Program and Portfolio Management tools

Jobbeschreibung

Program Manager / 4 Days Onsite Per Week Required / Seattle, WA / (6 Month Contract)

About the Opportunity

• We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead a strategic Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Data Transformation Initiative that is a critical component of a multi-year business transformation roadmap.
• This high-visibility role will oversee multiple interconnected workstreams focused on product data modernization, hierarchy restructuring, taxonomy enhancement, and process transformation.
• The ideal candidate is a strong cross-functional leader who can create structure in ambiguous environments, drive alignment among diverse stakeholders, and execute complex programs from strategy through delivery.
• This is an opportunity to join a greenfield initiative with strong executive sponsorship, significant ownership, and long-term growth potential.

What You'll Do

• Lead overall program planning, execution, and delivery across multiple workstreams.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams spanning Product Development, Business Operations, Technology, Product Management, and Merchandising.
• Manage timelines, milestones, risks, dependencies, budgets, and deliverables.
• Facilitate executive communications, leadership updates, and governance reviews.
• Drive stakeholder alignment and decision-making across business and technology organizations.
• Establish and maintain program governance frameworks, operating cadences, and reporting processes.
• Identify and remove roadblocks to ensure successful program execution.
• Support product data transformation and modernization initiatives.
• Build structure, processes, and accountability mechanisms in a rapidly evolving environment.
• Ensure successful delivery of key strategic transformation objectives.

Strategic Initiative Focus Areas

This program supports enterprise-wide efforts including:

• Product data audit and cleanup
• Data transformation and quality improvement
• Product hierarchy restructuring
• Marketing taxonomy and attribute modernization
• Product information management enhancements
• Establishment of foundational capabilities for future AI-enabled customer experiences

Required Qualifications

• FlexPLM experience.
• Product data transformation or product data governance experience.
• Product information management experience.
• PMO leadership experience.
• Product Operations or Merchandising experience.
• Organizational Change Management experience.
• Experience supporting product lifecycle or product creation initiatives.
• 5+ years of Program Management experience.
• Experience leading large-scale transformation, modernization, or business process improvement initiatives.
• Experience within retail, footwear, apparel, consumer products, or merchandising organizations.
• Strong understanding of Product Development and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) processes.
• Demonstrated success managing complex cross-functional programs.
• Experience coordinating multiple workstreams simultaneously.
• Strong stakeholder management and executive communication skills.
• Ability to influence without direct authority.
• Experience working successfully in ambiguous, fast-paced environments.
• Hands‑on experience with Jira and Confluence.

Technical Skills & Tools

• Jira
• Confluence
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) platforms
• FlexPLM
• Program and Portfolio Management tools

What Makes You Successful

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Retail or consumer products industry experience.
• Deep understanding of product lifecycle and product development processes.
• Ability to create structure and drive results in greenfield environments.
• Exceptional communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong organizational and execution capabilities.
• A self‑starter mentality with a bias toward action.
• Experience navigating ambiguity while maintaining momentum.
• Interest in a long‑term contract‑to‑hire opportunity.

Why Join This Opportunity?

• Play a key role in a strategic enterprise transformation initiative.
• Work on a high‑profile program with executive visibility and sponsorship.
• Help modernize product lifecycle and product data capabilities.
• Contribute to initiatives that support future AI‑enabled experiences.
• Operate in a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment.
• Enjoy significant ownership, influence, and autonomy.
• Strong potential for long‑term conversion and career growth.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Seattle, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $75.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Seattle,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real‑world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full‑stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands‑on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.