Product Manager

IBM; Scottsdale (AZ); Remote; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

IBM Consulting is seeking a Project Manager to oversee complex IT projects for a large banking client. The successful candidate will have a strong track record in project management, excellent communication abilities, and experience with Agile methodologies. In this role, you will lead multidisciplinary teams and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget, contributing to IBM's commitment to innovation and client success.

Benefits

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Generous paid time off

Healthcare

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Parental leave

Training resources

Qualifications

• 3 to 4+ years of IT project management experience.
• Experience managing Agile projects.
• Experience as a Scrum Master is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end project delivery and manage product development.
• Act as the primary liaison between stakeholders and clients.
• Lead a multidisciplinary team and manage resource onboarding.

Skills

Project Management

Agile Management

Communication

Reporting Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

JIRA

Job description

Introduction
A career in IBM Consulting is rooted in long-term relationships and close collaboration with clients across the globe. You'll work with visionaries across multiple industries to improve the hybrid cloud and AI journey for some of the most innovative and valuable companies in the world. Your ability to accelerate impact and make meaningful change for your clients is supported by our strategic partner ecosystem and robust technology platforms, including Software and Red Hat. Curiosity and a constant quest for knowledge are fundamental to success in IBM Consulting. In your role, you'll be encouraged to challenge norms, explore ideas beyond your role, and develop creative solutions that lead to groundbreaking impacts for a wide network of clients.

Our culture of evolution and empathy centers on long-term career growth and development opportunities in an environment that values your unique skills and experience.

Role and Responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead project delivery with a large banking client. The ideal candidate will have a 3 to 4-year proven track record of managing complex IT projects, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.

1. Project Management: Oversee end-to-end project delivery and manage product development. Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, budgets, and resource management. Monitor and report project performance using industry-standard KPIs. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. Manage changes to scope, schedule, and costs.
2. Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary liaison between stakeholders, technical teams, and clients. Facilitate requirement gathering sessions and ensure alignment with standards. Provide regular project updates to executive stakeholders and ensure transparency.
3. Team Leadership: Lead a multidisciplinary team, including developers and testers. Foster a collaborative and performance-oriented project culture. Manage resource onboarding and ensure all team members meet requirements.

This job can be performed from anywhere in the US.

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree

Preferred Education

Bachelor's Degree

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• 3 to 4+ years of IT project management experience
• Experience managing Agile projects
• Experience working as a Scrum Master
• Strong reporting skills and proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, JIRA / Clarity

About Business Unit

IBM Consulting is IBM's global professional services business, specializing in business and technology transformation. We leverage deep industry expertise to offer strategy, experience, technology, and operations services to some of the most innovative companies worldwide. Our focus is on accelerating our clients' businesses through collaboration, responsible use of technology, and innovative solutions.

Your Life @ IBM

In a world where technology never stands still, IBMers are committed to client success, innovation, and trust. We foster an environment of continuous learning, courage, and collaboration. IBMers are growth-minded, curious, and open to feedback, always striving to transform themselves and the company. Making critical decisions daily, IBMers embrace challenges with a resourceful, outcome-focused approach.

About IBM

IBM's greatest invention is the IBMer. With a history of reinvention since 1911, IBM is a leading technology and consulting employer, trusted by Fortune 50 companies. We are pioneers in AI, quantum computing, and blockchain, committed to responsible innovation and making a positive impact globally.

IBM is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. We also comply with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration.

Job Details

IBM offers comprehensive benefits including healthcare, 401(k), employee stock purchase plan, financial counseling, life insurance, disability coverage, generous paid time off, parental leave, paid family leave, training resources, and employee resource groups. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

This position was posted on the date cited in the key job details section and is expected to remain open for 21 days or less if filled sooner.