Marriott International Bethesda , MD 20813
Posted 2 months ago
Job Number 24070043
Job Category Information Technology
Location Marriott International HQ, 7750 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, Maryland, United States VIEW ON MAP
Schedule Full-Time
Located Remotely? Y
Relocation? N
Position Type Management
JOB SUMMARY
Provides application development leadership for the implementation of key technology initiatives that drive Marriott International's Digital strategy in a fast-paced, mission critical environment. This role will be responsible for advancing Marriott's Digital platform in alignment with our core business objectives and enterprise architecture principles.
Fosters innovation and manages the application development team with a focus on promoting client satisfaction. Collaborates with other technology leaders, business partners and promotes agile application development practices and processes across the enterprise. Establishes and manages continuous improvement efforts in technical project management, software engineering & testing automation to improve quality, scalability, and adoption of Marriott's Web platform.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Education and Experience
Required:
Undergraduate degree in Marketing, eCommerce, Engineering, related field, or equivalent experience/certification. MBA or advanced degree in Digital Commerce Product management desirable
8+ years' experience in product management, strategy, or related function; portion of that experience leading or managing technology products.
3+ years' experience leading direct reports and cross functional teams with P&L responsibility.
8+ years Web / Mobile / Digital/ Technology experience; must have direct experience and fluency with the broader consumer landscape and web technology platforms.
Solid understanding of conversion rate optimization and how to maximize revenue.
Direct management of complex budgets in excess of $2M.
Demonstrated ability to lead, influence, and collaborate effectively in a matrix-managed environment, with multiple complementary groups.
Entrepreneurial, startup attitude in a big company setting, self-starter who takes initiative in an ambiguous environment to generate momentum & positive business outcomes.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with ability to interpret and translate data into key learnings and execution plans that drive business results.
Customer-obsessed mindset that capitalizes on user data to make step-change experience improvements to platforms, products, and features.
Global mindset that balances global solution orientation with awareness, appreciation, and adaptability for local market & customer dynamics.
Preferred:
Ideal candidate will have product experience leading or managing apps and technology solutions, leveraging the full Adobe stack, including Adobe Experience Manager and Target
Ideal candidate will be familiar with and have worked in a scaled agile development environment, SAFe and variants
Ideal candidate will be familiar with Adobe Analytics /Omniture and mobile analytics to support data-driven product and feature measurement, performance, and iteration
Ideal candidate will have understanding & familiarity with technologies and solutions that enable mobile & digital experiences for retail, hospitality, and/or amusement/entertainment
Ideal candidate will have experience with ecommerce browse and contextual discovery
Ideal candidate will have international experience and proficiency in translating global solutions for local markets
Proficient with web/app/API technologies and user interface design
Demonstrated success developing products that consumers love and managing large-scale transactional digital platforms
Strong preference for candidates with experience in SQL, Omniture, A/B and multi-variate testing with deep
understanding of best practices in user experience, analytics and drivers of conversion
Proven ability to lead and work with cross-functional teams in support of specific business priorities
Effective written and oral communications skills, with sensitivity to global communication needs
Ability to solve problems quickly, think creatively, and satisfy product speed-to- market requirements
Ability to execute budget-sensitive product and product marketing plans with tight timelines
Demonstrates self-confidence, energy and enthusiasm
Demonstrated strong presentation, negotiation, and persuasion skills
Demonstrated ability in product lifecycle management with deep demonstrated empathy for guest travel needs
and desire to solve consumers problems, at scale
Adaptable and energized by change; willingness to test new approaches and drive change
Thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
MBA or equivalent advanced degree in Technology and/or Product management desirable
CORE WORK ACTIVITIES
Managing Application Development Standards, Processes, and Tools
Works with direct reports to facilitate consistency of service delivery across client groups
Facilitates compliance with the standard set of application development tools and processes that will drive consistency and predictability throughout the SDLC for all client groups including:
SDLC standard tools and processes for both waterfall and agile development
Estimating standard tools and processes, incorporating flexibility for small and large projects
Deployment standard tools and processes
Monitors projects for adherence to defined application development processes
Communicates to Application Development leaders opportunities to create broader IT related and corporate standards and policies where necessary
Communicates important application development policy changes that affect service provider and/or Marriott operations
Attributes
Deep intellectual curiosity and passion to solve core consumer problems
Demonstrates self-confidence, energy, and enthusiasm.
Driven to hit deadlines and achieve goals
Ability to solve problems quickly, think creatively, and satisfy Internet speed-to-market requirements.
Thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, but within a large, complex business.
Team player that works well with counterparts from various functions/departments and can influence the work of counterparts without direct reporting accountability
Highly motivated individual with a strong sense of ownership, responsibility, attention to detail and demonstrated track record in managing multiple projects/tasks concurrently in tight timelines
Managing Day-To-Day Relationships with Teams
Manages application development projects in partnership with IT teams, business partners and providers
Provides project management of business projects
Oversees effective reporting within application development team
Leads project reviews with team on application development projects
Manages day-to day relationships with all IT teams to promote the delivery of services that meet or exceed the client expectations
Monitors projects for alignment with defined business case process
Drives timely resolution of escalated service delivery problems and minimizes the impact of any client service delivery issues
Manages, and improves service level reporting for application development
Provides early warning to the appropriate Business Partnership & Planning leaders and team regarding degraded or missed service levels
Assists with application, development and maintenance of service provider project management standards and tools
Participates in client portfolio and demand management processes, and engages service providers to ensure client satisfaction
Works with application development service providers
Validates the service provider(s) performs the services agreed to by the master services agreement in a manner that is consistent with both the spirit and the letter of the agreement
Works with team to progress the service providers services to match client needs
Facilitates team and service provider compliance with the agreement
Validates service levels meet business needs
Facilitates the definition and enforcement of good service provider contracts
Supports the IT organization
Provides input to IT's business strategy and planning as needed
Supports and follows defined IT Governance decision rights, standards and practices
Emphasizes accuracy and effectiveness of estimating and planning management with team
Provides input to business/discipline and continent IT budgets
Implementing and Managing Continuous Improvement Program
Drives adoption of CMMi or similar metrics to demonstrate continuous improvement and alignment with the industry
Demonstrates continuous improvement through metrics of quality consistency and client satisfaction
Works with application development service providers, IT teams, and business partners to implement continuous improvement activities
Responds to issues identified in project surveys or other feedback processes, to continually improve client satisfaction
MANAGEMENT COMPETENCIES
Leadership
Managing Execution
Building Relationships
Generating Talent and Organizational Capability
Learning and Applying Professional Expertise
Technical Intelligence: knowledge and ability to identify technological opportunities and threats that could affect the future growth and survival of the business.
Technology Life Cycle: knowledge of the Life Cycle of technologies and how applications, infrastructure, and processes relate to these timelines.
IT Systems: Knowledge of IT systems supporting the business including benefits, requirements, costs, justification, and operations.
IT Resources: The ability to secure and manage IT resources to achieve business objectives (e.g., contracts, vendor relationships, financial accountability, portfolio management, information and resource planning) and measure project impact.
Continuous Learning
Writing
California Applicants Only: The salary range for this position is $127,088.00 to $281,923.00 annually.
Colorado Applicants Only: The salary range for this position is $127,088.00 to $256,293.00 annually.
Hawaii Applicants Only: The salary range for this position is $153,776.00 to $281,923.00 annually.
New York Applicants Only: The salary range for this position is $127,088.00 to $281,923.00 annually.
Washington Applicants Only: The salary range for this position is $127,088.00 to $281,923.00 annually. In addition to the annual salary, the position will be eligible to receive an annual bonus and restricted stock units/stock grants. Employees will accrue 0.04616 PTO balance for every hour worked and eligible to receive minimum of 7 holidays annually.
All locations offer coverage for medical, dental, vision, health care flexible spending account, dependent care flexible spending account, life insurance, disability insurance, accident insurance, adoption expense reimbursements, paid parental leave, educational assistance, 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, discounts at Marriott properties, commuter benefits, employee assistance plan, and childcare discounts. Benefits are subject to terms and conditions, which may include rules regarding eligibility, enrollment, waiting period, contribution, benefit limits, election changes, benefit exclusions, and others.
Marriott HQ is committed to a hybrid work environment that enables associates to Be connected. Headquarters-based positions are considered hybrid, for candidates within a commuting distance to Bethesda, MD; candidates outside of commuting distance to Bethesda, MD will be considered for Remote positions.
The application deadline for this position is 49 days after the date of this posting, 04/25/2024.
Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.
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