BTO Program Manager

Aspen Technology; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 127,000 - 158,700; Full time

Job summary

Aspen Technology is seeking a dynamic and experienced Program Manager to join our Business Transformation Office (BTO). This role leads strategic, cross-functional initiatives across CRM, ERP, and enterprise systems to drive operational excellence and business value.

You will manage complex projects, coordinate internal teams and external vendors, and define scope, budgets, and milestones. A strong background in enterprise application transformation and stakeholder communication is essential for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, computer science, or related technical field.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of complex technical and process-oriented projects using Smartsheet.
• Define project scope, objectives, and success metrics aligned with strategic business goals.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, budgets, and resource allocations.
• Lead cross-functional teams and external vendors through workshops and working sessions (e.g., solution design, requirements gathering).
• Oversee deployment of new systems and processes as well as managing and coordinating hyper‑care support, training, user adoption and change management.
• Ensure timely delivery of projects within budget and scope, while meeting stakeholder expectations.
• Lead problem‑solving sessions and stakeholder follow‑ups to drive resolution; implement mitigation strategies to ensure project continuity.
• Track and report key metrics, achievements, and project expenses; monitor project health and proactively manage risks and issues.
• Lead and facilitate project/program review meetings to communicate status, resolve issues, and celebrate milestones.
• Provide clear, timely updates to stakeholders and executive sponsors.
• Maintain detailed documentation including agendas, meeting notes/actions, project plans/issue trackers and after‑action reviews.
• Foster collaboration across technical and business teams, building trust and alignment.
• Champion continuous improvement within the BTO through active participation and feedback with the wider team.

Skills

Project management

Program management

Stakeholder communication

Analytical skills

Time management

Cross-functional leadership

Executive presence

Matrix organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, computer science, or related field

Tools

Smartsheet

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The driving force behind our success has always been the people of AspenTech. What drives us, is our aspiration, our desire and ambition to keep pushing the envelope, overcoming any hurdle, challenging the status quo to continually find a better way. You will experience these qualities of passion, pride and aspiration in many ways — from a rich set of career development programs to support of community service projects to social events that foster fun and relationship building across our global community.

Role

Aspen Technology is seeking a dynamic and experienced Program Manager to join our Business Transformation Office (BTO). This role is ideal for a strategic leader with a proven track record in managing complex, cross-functional technical initiatives, particularly those involving business applications (CRM, ERP, etc.) and enterprise-wide process transformation. You’ll play a critical role in driving operational excellence and delivering business value across the organization.

Your Impact

• Manage a portfolio of complex technical and process-oriented projects using Smartsheet.
• Define project scope, objectives, and success metrics aligned with strategic business goals.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, budgets, and resource allocations.
• Lead cross-functional teams and external vendors through workshops and working sessions (e.g., solution design, requirements gathering).
• Oversee deployment of new systems and processes as well as managing and coordinating hyper‑care support, training, user adoption and change management.
• Ensure timely delivery of projects within budget and scope, while meeting stakeholder expectations.
• Lead problem‑solving sessions and stakeholder follow‑ups to drive resolution; implement mitigation strategies to ensure project continuity.
• Track and report key metrics, achievements, and project expenses; monitor project health and proactively manage risks and issues.
• Lead and facilitate project/program review meetings to communicate status, resolve issues, and celebrate milestones.
• Provide clear, timely updates to stakeholders and executive sponsors.
• Maintain detailed documentation including agendas, meeting notes/actions, project plans/issue trackers and after‑action reviews.
• Foster collaboration across technical and business teams, building trust and alignment.
• Champion continuous improvement within the BTO through active participation and feedback with the wider team.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's degree in business, computer science, or related technical field from an accredited university.
• 8+ years of experience as a Project/Program Manager or Business Functional Leader. Experience with waterfall, agile, and hybrid methodologies is required.
• Proven success in leading enterprise applications (CRM, ERP, etc.) and transformation projects.
• PMP and/or PMI‑ACP certification (or equivalent) strongly desired.
• Proficiency in Smartsheet, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and related tools.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and facilitation abilities across all levels of the organization.
• Executive presence with confidence in presenting to senior leadership.
• Self‑starter with a solution‑oriented mindset and a passion for operational excellence.
• Comfortable working independently and within a matrixed team environment.

Work Authorization

AspenTech will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F‑1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H‑1, H‑2, L‑1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

The salary range for this role is $127,000.00 - $158,700.00. This range represents what we in good faith believe is the range possible for base compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on several factors. This range may be modified in the future. This role is also eligible for bonus or variable incentive pay. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, charitable giveback day, medical/dental/vision insurance, and retirement benefits to eligible employees.