Simpplr
Sr. Project Manager
Job Summary
The role involves managing the implementation of SaaS platforms for commercial and enterprise customers, ensuring successful project delivery through both waterfall and agile methodologies. The candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, define project scope, develop plans, and oversee schedules, budgets, and risks. Suitable applicants should have at least 5 years of project management experience, familiarity with SaaS tools like Jira and Zendesk, and strong communication skills. The position offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth and competitive benefits.
Required Skills
Benefits
Job Description
Who We Are
Simpplr is the AI-powered platform that unifies the digital workplace – bringing together engagement, enablement, and services to transform the employee experience. It streamlines communication, simplifies interactions, automates workflows, and elevates the everyday experience of work. The platform is intuitive, highly extensible, and built to integrate seamlessly with your existing technology.
More than 1,000 leading organizations – including AAA, the NHS, Penske, and Moderna – trust Simpplr to foster a more aligned and productive workforce. Headquartered in Silicon Valley with global offices, Simpplr is backed by Norwest Ventures, Sapphire Ventures, Salesforce Ventures, and Tola Capital. Learn more at simpplr.com.
The Opportunity
As a company that is undergoing significant growth, Simpplr is seeking to hire a Senior Project Manager in its Implementation function working with Commercial, basic Enterprise as well as complex Enterprise customers. You will bring experience in both waterfall and agile delivery methodologies, a strong understanding of SaaS platforms and ideally PMI/PMP or Agile certification. You feel comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, transforming ambiguity into clarity, working to tight deadlines and taking calculated risks. You enjoy working in a supportive environment, value the contribution of others and are both confident and humble.
Your Job Responsibilities
What you will be doing:
- Work as a team member with Simpplr Implementation Consultants, Technical Services and Strategy Consultants
- Work directly with customers and prospects in defining scope of projects
- Develop project plans for both standard and custom projects
- Manage the project portfolio assigned to you
- Manage the project schedule, budget, issues and risks
- Track project KPI’s and project work effort
- Report at the project and your portfolio level
- Manage customer expectations
- Track and manage project work effort
- Provide assistance with project plan-related questions for less experienced teammates
Your Skillset
What makes you a great fit for the team:
- 5+ years of Project Management experience or comparable work experience
- Worked in a high-growth startup environment
- Managed projects under both waterfall and agile methodologies
- Built a strong track record in successful project delivery
- Experienced in using SaaS-based project tools (Jira, Zendesk, Teamwork)
- Developed extensive collaboration and communication skills
- Delivered complex implementations into SMB and Enterprise business markets
- Acquired strong resilience and influencing capabilities
- Know how to have fun
Our job titles may span more than one career level. The starting base pay for this role is between $113k - $140k. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for bonus, equity and benefits.
Simpplr is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or genetics.
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Simpplr’s Hub-Hybrid-Remote Model:
At Simpplr we believe that when work is good, life is better and that belief guides all we do. Including how we approach our flexible work model. Simpplr operates with a Hub-Hybrid-Remote model. This model is role-based with exceptions and provides employees with the flexibility that many have told us they want.
- Hub - 100% work from Simpplr office. Role requires Simpplifier to be in the office full-time.
- Hybrid - Hybrid work from home and office. Role dictates the ability to work from home, plus benefit from in-person collaboration on a regular basis.
- Remote - 100% remote. Role can be done anywhere within your country of hire, as long as the requirements of the role are met.
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