Implementations Manager

ampliFI Loyalty Solutions; Naperville (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Hybrid work environment

Onsite perks including gym access

Job summary

ampliFI Loyalty Solutions is seeking an Implementations Manager in Naperville, IL to convert and implement new clients onto their loyalty solutions platform. This hybrid role involves managing complex client implementations, coordinating projects, and providing technical collaboration across teams.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, extensive project management experience, and familiarity with payment systems. Competitive salary ranges from $70,000 to $80,000, along with a range of benefits including medical insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years project management experience, preferably within payments.
• Minimum 2 years leading or managing corporate initiatives.
• Minimum 1 year in card processing, issuing, and/or loyalty/rewards.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex client implementations and projects.
• Act as a Subject-Matter Expert (SME) on products and services.
• Document and improve the department's project delivery standards.

Skills

Project management

Client communication

Technical collaboration

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Jira

Salesforce

Confluence

Job description

The Implementations Manager is a member of the Client Services organization, which is comprised of the Sales, Client Delivery, Account Executive, and Relationship Management teams. The Implementations Manager is responsible for converting and implementing new clients onto the ampliFI Loyalty Solutions platform, managing implementation projects for existing clients, managing special projects, and leading configuration and launch tasks.

This individual acts as a Client Delivery implementations manager, escalation point and technical collaborator for the entire organization to ensure all are receiving the necessary information to complete projects accurately and on time. Responsible for coordinating and actively participating in meetings, communicating clearly, and creating and managing associated project plans while providing a high level of internal and external customer service.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex client implementations and projects
• Act as a Subject-Matter Expert (SME) on products and services
• Document and improve the department's project delivery standards
• Proactive and regular outreach with the Client Delivery Implementations Managers and Implementations Analyst teams
• Obtain and share key insights with clients and internal teams
• Collaborate with internal teams and resources to improve processes, documentation, and eliminate errors

Essential Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in relevant work experience
• Minimum 3 years project management, preferably within payments
• Minimum 2 years leading or managing corporate initiatives
• Minimum 1 year card processing, issuing and/or loyalty/rewards
• Practical application of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Gmail, Google Sheets, Google Docs

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience in Financial services, card payments and / or issuing, or rewards and loyalty
• Experience in Implementations and/or project management
• Shown success in effectively driving and delivering projects
• Familiarity with Jira and Confluence for project tracking and documentation
• Experience with Salesforce or other CRM systems
• Ability to represent technical delivery tasks to non-technical and business resources

Key Competencies and Attributes

• Reliable execution and articulation in documentation, presentation, and proactive outreach.
• Application of project management methodologies to oversee and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to manage shifting priorities, juggle numerous demands, and apply effective planning and scheduling skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong capacity for critical thinking to analyze project requirements, anticipate potential roadblocks, and develop effective solutions.
• Ability and desire to become subject‑matter expert for company's products and services.
• Strict adherence to detail and strong organizational skills
• Highly collaborative partner capable of engaging and coordinating effectively with diverse teams

Travel

• Occasional out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected

Work Arrangement

• Based at ampliFI’s Naperville, IL Corporate office, this hybrid role requires onsite reporting Tuesday-Thursday weekly.
• National remote opportunities require residency in one of the following states AZ, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, MA, MT, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, SC, TX, UT, VA, or WI.

Physical Requirements

This role involves sitting or standing for extended periods, using computers, phones, and other office equipment. Visual acuity and manual dexterity are needed for reading documents and handling materials. Occasional lifting of items up to 20 lbs. and frequent phone communication is required.

Other Duties

Duties, responsibilities, and activities are not all encompassing and may change at any time with or without notice. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily carry out each essential duty. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions

The compensation range listed below represents the potential salary for this role at the time of posting. However, the final salary may be higher or lower than the stated range, and this range may be adjusted in the future. An employee’s placement within the salary range will depend on various factors, including but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any applicable collective bargaining agreements, and the needs of the business or organization. The salary range for this role is $70,000 to $80,000.

About ampliFI

At ampliFI Integrity guides every decision, Curiosity drives innovation, and Advocacy ensures we always put our clients and teammates first. We foster a supportive, fun workplace where your contributions are valued, and your growth is encouraged.

ampliFI provides fully outsourced, customized credit and debit card loyalty programs exclusively focused on banks and credit unions nationwide. For nearly two decades, we have delivered compelling rewards programs, unique earn and burn opportunities and card‑linked programs to leverage merchant funded offers. Here at ampliFI, we are always looking for more great people to be a part of the relentless pursuit of excellence in everything we do.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive pay plus 401(k) with employer match
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Voluntary café plans, including voluntary life, accident, hospital, critical care, and parking/transit options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid time off, company holidays, and parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Hybrid work environment with flexible hours
• Onsite perks including gym access and snacks
• Employee recognition programs celebrating milestones and achievements
• Growth opportunities within a supportive, team‑oriented environment

ampliFI Loyalty Solutions embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills because we believe that the more inclusive we are, the greater impact we can make together.