The Senior Implementation Program Manager is responsible for leading complex customer onboarding and implementation programs for Arena PLM and QMS. This role serves as the primary owner of implementation execution, customer accountability, project governance, risk management, executive communication, and delivery forecasting.
Working closely with Solution Architects, Customer Success Coaches, Technical Consultants, Account Managers, and customer stakeholders, the Senior Implementation Program Manager ensures projects remain on schedule, risks are proactively managed, and customers are prepared to make timely decisions throughout the onboarding journey.
The ideal candidate combines enterprise SaaS implementation experience, outstanding customer-facing skills, strong executive presence, and the ability to drive accountability across both customer and internal teams.
This role is responsible for implementation success but is not responsible for solution design, configuration, training delivery, or technical implementation activities.