Principal, AI Consulting Operations Program Manager

Job Profile Does the idea of delivering AI based projects solving energy and automation domains excite you? Are you looking forward to applying your strong project management and people skills to solve complex challenges our customer face?

Are you fascinated by the interactions between complex business processes and technology while ensuring customer success? Here at Schneider Electric, we are empowering our customers with Artificial Intelligence to address complex industry problems and transform their business. The Customer Offers team in Schneider AI Hub is looking for a top-notch Program manager for our consulting team.

The goal is to be the point person for all things related to consulting projects commercialization, be it ensuring consistency in SOWs, compliance with internal processes or customer interactions to successfully execute projects. This role will work with Lead consultants, business stakeholders, product engineering teams and executives to manage a portfolio of consulting projects. You will play a pivotal role in driving the successful delivery of key projects and initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives and maximizing operational efficiency.

If you are excited by the opportunity to positively impact business through AI and other advanced technologies, you will feel at home. This role also offers significant learning and growth opportunities in energy and sustainability space. Responsibilities Define and develop and maintain project processes, playbooks and best practices to drive consistency and efficiency across all projects.

Oversee project portfolio management, including prioritization, resource allocation, and performance tracking. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish project governance, KPIs, and reporting mechanisms. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project delivery and quality.

Provide timely and accurate status of projects. Track and ensure value realization. Manage Project financials in collaboration with Finance controllers across various groups.

Requirements and Skills Bachelor's degree in computer science, math, or related quantitative field. Masters' degree in technical field or Business Administration will be a plus 12-15 years' of progressive experience in project management in software or IT Previous experience with the commercialization of consulting services Extensive experience with Agile and/or SaFe practices and tools such as Jira Strong understanding of financials, management of budgets Strong communication skills - verbal and written Good understanding of enterprise business processes Experience in working with global teams Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders and drive results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Adept at quickly and applying insights from past efforts to new situations.

Why us? At Schneider Electric we're committed to creating a workplace that gives you not just a job but a meaningful purpose in joining our mission to bring energy and efficiency to enable life, progress and sustainability for all. We believe in empowering our team members to reach their full potential, fostering a sense of ownership in their work.

We embrace inclusion as a fundamental value, ensuring that every voice is heard and valued. We value differences, and welcome people from all walks of life. We believe in equal opportunities for everyone, everywhere.

If you want to be part of a company where your contributions truly matter, where you are empowered to make a difference and where inclusivity is valued, we would love to hear from you. Discover your Meaningful, Inclusive and Empowered career at Schneider Electric. €34.2bn global revenue +12% organic growth 135 000+ employees in 100+ countries #1 on the Global 100 World's most sustainable corporations You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best.

We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate and we 'embrace different' as one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do. This extends to our Candidates and is embedded in our Hiring Practices.

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