Product Portfolio Manager

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New Jersey

Hybrid

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Job summary

Verizon is seeking a Senior Program Manager to drive Product Commercialization across stakeholder groups in a hybrid New Jersey setting. You will lead end-to-end commercialization efforts, align project portfolios with strategic priorities, and ensure compliance with policy, SOX, and governance standards.

The role requires extensive experience in product lifecycle management, data analytics, and executive reporting, with a focus on AI-enabled initiatives.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or four or more years of work experience.
Six or more years of relevant experience, demonstrated through work and/or military experience or specialized training.
Experience working in program and/or project management.
Knowledge of product or product life cycle management.
Bachelor's degree in Business or Marketing preferred as an additional qualification.
Master's degree preferred as an additional qualification.
Three or more years of experience in Product, Operations, GTS, or Business Strategy.
Experience with Verizon systems including Clarity, JIRA, and Google Suite.
Strong data analysis, trend identification, and executive-level reporting skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience leading cross-functional teams and aligning groups to a common goal.
Understanding of organizational objectives, functions, and motivation.
Ability to prioritize and execute effectively.
Basic understanding of financial concepts relevant to Verizon business performance.
Understanding of the Verizon Business portfolio and solution capabilities.
Experience utilizing AI tools and capabilities.
Ability to work in a hybrid arrangement with a minimum of three days per week in the office.

Responsibilities

Support the Product Commercialization Process (PCPr) across stakeholders and partners
Lead and support Product Commercialization Processes alongside Product Owners through each stage
Ensure projects progress efficiently and comply with applicable standards, requirements, guidelines, Verizon Corporate Policy Statements, SOX audit requirements, and the Verizon Credo
Manage a portfolio of projects aligned with Product Organization priorities, primarily the AI Connect portfolio
Serve as a subject matter expert on the Product Commercialization Process, workflow, systems, and tools
Create and manage assigned portfolios within the Product Commercialization Process
Identify process, workflow, orchestration, AI, and automation improvements
Collaborate across Portfolio and Product Management, technology partners, and stakeholder organizations to identify duplicated scope, requirements, and dependencies
Partner with technology and business leaders to define and evolve program/project priorities and development increments
Coordinate scope, use cases, technical requirements, product design, and functional testing
Ensure alignment with approved scope, project sizing, budgets, and timelines
Maintain data integrity, data management, reporting, and project-date tracking
Monitor monthly program/project capital spend across technology organizations
Provide direction, pragmatic problem-solving, encouragement, and constructive criticism
Determine root causes, quantify impact, and pursue impactful solutions
Drive solutions that improve efficiency, productivity, and experience
Maintain understanding of product roadmaps, deliverables, and priorities to guide project and portfolio throughput and velocity
Establish partnerships across Product and Partner Organizations and stakeholder groups

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Data analysis

Executive reporting

Communication skills

Prioritization and execution

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Clarity

JIRA

Google Suite

Job description

Support the Product Commercialization Process (PCPr) across stakeholders and partners
Lead and support Product Commercialization Processes alongside Product Owners through each stage
Ensure projects progress efficiently and comply with applicable standards, requirements, guidelines, Verizon Corporate Policy Statements, SOX audit requirements, and the Verizon Credo
Manage a portfolio of projects aligned with Product Organization priorities, primarily the AI Connect portfolio
Serve as a subject matter expert on the Product Commercialization Process, workflow, systems, and tools
Create and manage assigned portfolios within the Product Commercialization Process
Identify process, workflow, orchestration, AI, and automation improvements
Collaborate across Portfolio and Product Management, technology partners, and stakeholder organizations to identify duplicated scope, requirements, and dependencies
Partner with technology and business leaders to define and evolve program/project priorities and development increments
Coordinate scope, use cases, technical requirements, product design, and functional testing
Ensure alignment with approved scope, project sizing, budgets, and timelines
Maintain data integrity, data management, reporting, and project-date tracking
Monitor monthly program/project capital spend across technology organizations
Provide direction, pragmatic problem-solving, encouragement, and constructive criticism
Determine root causes, quantify impact, and pursue impactful solutions
Drive solutions that improve efficiency, productivity, and experience
Maintain understanding of product roadmaps, deliverables, and priorities to guide project and portfolio throughput and velocity
Establish partnerships across Product and Partner Organizations and stakeholder groups

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or four or more years of work experience
Six or more years of relevant experience, demonstrated through work and/or military experience or specialized training
Experience working in program and/or project management
Knowledge of product or product life cycle management
Bachelor's degree in Business or Marketing preferred as an additional qualification
Master's degree preferred as an additional qualification
Three or more years of experience in Product, Operations, GTS, or Business Strategy
Experience with Verizon systems including Clarity, JIRA, and Google Suite
Strong data analysis, trend identification, and executive-level reporting skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience leading cross-functional teams and aligning groups to a common goal
Understanding of organizational objectives, functions, and motivation
Ability to prioritize and execute effectively
Basic understanding of financial concepts relevant to Verizon business performance
Understanding of the Verizon Business portfolio and solution capabilities
Experience utilizing AI tools and capabilities
Ability to work in a hybrid arrangement with a minimum of three days per week in the office

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Product Commercialization Processes, project management, and data analysis to drive efficiency and alignment across stakeholders. Proficient in utilizing AI tools and managing project portfolios to meet organizational objectives and enhance product delivery.

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