Cherokee Federal · 1 day ago
Salesforce Program Manager
Cherokee Federal is a division of tribally owned federal contracting companies focused on serving the government’s mission. They are seeking a highly experienced Salesforce Program Manager to lead the implementation and management of an enterprise Salesforce program, driving strategy and managing stakeholders to ensure high-quality solutions align with business objectives.
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Responsibilities
Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of a complex Salesforce program, ensuring it is completed on time, within budget, and meets business requirements
Define program scope, goals, and deliverables, and establish project plans, timelines, and milestones
Collaborate with key stakeholders, including business leaders, executives, and technical teams, to gather requirements, align program objectives, and manage expectations
Develop and maintain program documentation, including project charters, status reports, and risk management plans
Manage and coordinate cross-functional teams, including developers, administrators, and business analysts, to ensure effective collaboration and resource allocation
Monitor program progress, identify and mitigate risks, and resolve issues to ensure successful delivery
Track and report on program metrics, providing regular updates to stakeholders and senior management
Serve as the primary point of contact for program-related communication, facilitating effective and transparent communication across all stakeholders
Stay current with Salesforce best practices, industry trends, and new features, assessing their potential impact on program objectives and making recommendations accordingly
Provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance to project teams, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented work environment
Drive continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to optimize processes, increase efficiency, and enhance program delivery
Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
US Citizen
Active Public Trust clearance or the ability to obtain this clearance
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field
Minimum of eleven (11) years of general work experience
Minimum of five (5) years experience leading enterprise Salesforce projects and IT Management experience, focusing on Agile projects and PMP or equivalent certification
At least two (2) years of specialized experience in leading IT DevSecOps projects managing over 15 people on multiple Agile teams
More than three (3) years of experience in business process analysis and change management
Maintain Salesforce certifications; Seek to earn additional certifications for Salesforce
Strong background in Salesforce platform capabilities, including Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, and Community Cloud, and a solid understanding of Salesforce best practices and industry standards
Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering complex Salesforce programs on time and within budget
Extensive experience in project management methodologies, tools, and techniques, with the ability to effectively plan, execute, and control projects
Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and motivate teams, build relationships, and effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and make sound decisions in complex situations
Experience working in Agile or Scrum methodologies is required
Must reside in the Washington DC metropolitan area
Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal
Preferred
Master's degree
Preferred public sector experience or multiple Salesforce project implementation experience
Salesforce certifications (e.g., Salesforce Administrator, Salesforce Certified Sales Cloud Consultant) are highly desirable
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401K
Other possible benefits as provided
Company
Cherokee Federal
Cherokee Federal, a division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, is a trusted team of government contracting professionals who can rapidly build innovative solutions.
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