Senior NPI Program Manager: Cross-Functional Launches

UKG; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 169,000 - 241,000; Full time

Job summary

UKG is seeking an NPI Program Manager to lead cross-functional new product introduction programs for an assigned product suite. You will shape the execution strategy, align teams around decisions, and guide launch readiness from early assessment through activation.

Your work will help UKG bring offerings to market with a clear story, prepared teams, and a foundation for customer adoption and revenue. Collaborate with Product, Engineering, technical program teams, Release Management, and business

Qualifications

• Experience leading complex cross-functional programs from planning through launch.
• Ability to develop program strategy, navigate ambiguity, and set priorities to achieve outcomes.
• Experience identifying risks and dependencies, developing practical options, and influencing stakeholders to reach decisions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the NPI execution strategy for complex, high-visibility programs.
• Guide offerings through the NPI stages with evidence-based recommendations and decisions for governance and leadership forums.
• Coordinate launch deliverables with Product, Engineering, Release Management, and field teams.
• Identify cross-functional risks, resource constraints, and readiness gaps early; develop mitigation options and influence decision makers to resolve issues.
• Translate product capabilities and launch decisions into coordinated field and customer enablement that supports adoption, sales execution, and revenue realization.
• Track launch readiness and post-launch outcomes; share concise, actionable updates with stakeholders and recommend improvements to NPI practices and tools.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Program management

Risk management

Stakeholder communication

Job description

UKG is seeking an NPI Program Manager to lead cross-functional new product introduction programs for an assigned product suite. You will shape the execution strategy, align teams around decisions, and guide launch readiness from early assessment through activation.

Your work will help UKG bring offerings to market with a clear story, prepared teams, and a foundation for customer adoption and revenue. Collaborate with Product, Engineering, technical program teams, Release Management, and business