Manager, Professional Service Operations

Status
United States
Full time
Remote
Compensation is not specified
Role
Operations Manager
Description

Location: United States, East Coast (hybrid if near Cleveland, OH or Atlanta, GA)

Experience: Mid-Level

Job Function: Professional Services

Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: Computer Network & Security

About the position

The Manager, PS Operations, plays a critical leadership role within the Professional Services (PS) team, overseeing technical and non-technical training, enablement, and process operations. This position is pivotal in ensuring the efficiency and effectiveness of PS team operations, driving strategic initiatives to boost performance and customer satisfaction. The Manager is responsible for analyzing project escalations, process improvement, setting departmental goals, and establishing the overall strategic direction for the PS team.**

This role is based in the United States and offers potential remote work options. Applicants must hold US citizenship or US permanent resident status.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute comprehensive technical and non-technical training programs for the PS team, aligning with organizational objectives and client needs.
  • Lead by example in prioritizing actions over discussions, outcomes over input, and aligning business goals over personal preferences.
  • Oversee technical and non-technical enablement sessions, workshops, and knowledge sharing activities to enhance the skill set of PS team members.
  • Establish and maintain standardized processes and procedures for project execution, escalation management, and customer interactions within the PS team.
  • Conduct root cause analyses on project escalations, identify patterns, and implement corrective measures to prevent recurrence.
  • Serve as the main point of contact for strategic initiatives within the Professional Services team, offering leadership and guidance to ensure successful outcomes.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Product Development, and Customer Success, to ensure process alignment and initiative synergy.
  • Monitor and evaluate key performance indicators (KPIs) to gauge the effectiveness of technical and non-technical training programs and operational processes, providing data-driven recommendations for enhancement.
  • Drive continuous improvement efforts throughout the PS team, identifying opportunities to streamline workflows, optimize resource allocation, and elevate customer satisfaction.
  • Develop and update documentation, training materials, and best practices guides to support ongoing learning and development within the PS team.
  • Manage and optimize PS software/tools, particularly the PSA tool.
  • Coordinate with the Keyfactor Knowledge Management Team to aid in documentation curation and KB functions globally.
  • Track project plans for internal objectives and goals, reporting progress to stakeholders and managing contributions from other leaders and individual team members in the PS team.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in professional services delivery, incorporating relevant insights into training programs and operational processes.
  • Assist in project scoping and Statement of Work (SOW) creation as needed.

Skills and Qualifications

  • Proven expertise in technical and non-technical training, enablement, and process operations within a professional services environment.
  • Sound knowledge of project management methodologies, escalation management processes, and customer engagement principles.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to conduct root cause analyses and implement corrective actions effectively.
  • Demonstrated leadership capabilities, with experience in leading cross-functional teams and driving strategic initiatives successfully.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, proficient in collaborating with stakeholders across all organizational levels.
  • Proficient in creating and delivering training materials, documentation, and best practices guides.
  • Experience working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, adaptable to evolving priorities and deadlines.
  • Familiarity with tools and technologies essential for professional services delivery, such as project management software, CRM systems, and technical support platforms.
  • Demonstrated ability to be self-driven, taking responsibility for outcomes through influence rather than direct authority.

Compensation

Salary will be based on experience.

Culture, Career Opportunities and Benefits

We cultivate teams that constantly strive for improvement. Challenge is part of daily routine, offering opportunities for personal and professional growth. We strike a balance between autonomy and structure, fostering an entrepreneurial environment conducive to creativity and innovation. Noteworthy cultural initiatives include:

  • Comprehensive benefit coverage
  • Dedicated employee-focused ambassadors via Key Contributor & Culture Committee
  • DIVERSE Commitment
  • Global Volunteer Day
  • Flexible time off
  • Monthly Cross-Functional meetings
  • Monthly Leadership Development meetings
  • Monthly All Hands meetings, followed by group gatherings
  • Second Fridays (company-wide day off on the second Friday of every month)
  • The Keyfactor Alliance Program
  • Weekly Feedback Snapshot

Our Core Values

Our core values are fundamental to our business operations and essential in every team member we seek:

Trust is paramount: We provide security software and solutions where trust and openness are top priorities for our customers, reflecting honesty and reliability in every business aspect.

Customers are core: We operate with a customer-centric approach, prioritizing the security interests of our customers as our own.

Innovation never stops, it only accelerates: We commit to staying ahead of the innovation curve through continuous investment and focus to adapt to accelerating changes.

We deliver with agility: We excel in high-paced, ever-evolving environments, adjusting to added variables while working towards strategic goals.

United by respect: Respect is what binds us together, fostering diversity, inclusivity, equity, and actions driven by empathy and openness in our business and communities.

Teams make “it” happen: Vision and goals require teamwork for realization. Operating as a cohesive unit, we aim for promoters and partners, succeeding collectively.

Keyfactor is a proud equal opportunity employer.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Applicants with disabilities may contact a member of Keyfactor’s People team via email and/or telephone to request and arrange accommodations at any time.

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Minimize complexity. Embrace modern PKI. Keyfactor can help your teams establish control while empowering your business by automating at scale with identity-first security for every device, workload and thing.
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