Project Manager Product Planning

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Project Manager, Product Planning Remote

Full-time, United States, Costa Rica, Spain, Netherlands, UK, Poland

As a member of the Software Engineering team, you will work on a range of complex (and fun!) problems and be accountable for successfully delivering projects from inception to completion. You will work on a cross-functional team that includes counterparts in Software Engineering, Marketing, Operations, Supplier Relations, Clients and Vendors.

We are looking for people who love complex problems with real-world impact, are capable and willing to roll up their sleeves and have a proven track record in delivering custom software development projects.

As a Project Manager, Product Planning, you will

• Collaborate with internal business stakeholders, software development teams and vendors. to formulate and prioritize product development roadmap.
• Manage expectations of product delivery scope and timelines with internal stakeholders by driving trade-off discussions and communicating accurate timelines to all stakeholders
• Monitor and understand the development calendar, know where your features are always in development by working closely with development and QA teams, and manage blockers and dependencies
• Ensure and communicate complex, technical concepts in clear, concise language; convey clear, concise information in verbal, written, electronic, and other communication formats; and demonstrate active listening while engaging others
• Ensure to assess situations, provide counsel, and identify solutions that resolve disputes/issues while considering the best interests of all parties; develop and implement short and long-term solutions; and apply effective problem-solving and decision-making to address business needs and issues
• Use your knowledge of our products to suggest improvements to product requirements
• Collaborate on all business readiness activities, such as product demos, product documentation, acceptance testing, and rollout
• Leads sprint planning activity and other agile ceremonies and support the day-to-day operations by triaging support issues
  
  

About You

• Completion of a four-year degree from an accredited college or university in a related field (e.g., engineering, technology, management, business administration, etc.) or relevant experience
• Experience in analysis, managing software development or software implementation projects (ideally a mix)
• Extensive understanding of PMI project management principles, methods, and techniques
• Flexible with proven ability to conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines
• Experience working in JIRA projects
• Experience in writing business and technical requirements
• Experience in system integrations with 3rd parties is a must
• Knowledge of different data formats like JSON, XML, CSV, etc,.
• Experience in the travel industry and knowledge of APIs, data visualization platforms, and Cloud technologies is a plus
  
  

About Us

We’re a market leader in travel management: We help people and companies travel smart and achieve more, and our clients include some of the world’s best-known and most innovative business and consumer brands. We operate in more than 100 countries, and the majority of our 10,000+ people work virtually (because a 10-second commute usually makes awesome sense). We’re committed to sustainability and to driving success for our customers, our business and ourselves. Learn more about BCD Travel.

Your life at BCD

Working at BCD means connecting, collaborating and celebrating. You’ll be part of a virtual, dynamic and flexible work environment that fosters a good work-life balance so you can focus on what makes you happy. But don’t just take our word for it! Hear why people join BCD and more about the great perks of Life at BCD.

You’ll be offered

• Flexible working hours and work-from-home or remote opportunities
• Opportunities to grow your skillset and career
• Generous vacation days so you can rest and recharge
• A compensation package that feels fair to you, including mental, physical, and financial wellbeing tools
• Travel industry professional perks and discounts
• An inclusive work environment where diversity is celebrated
  
  

At BCD Travel we value you, our culture and success is defined by you. We carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors, including your professional background and experience. The salary range for candidates in applicable jurisdictions in the US for the position of Project Manager, Product Planning is between $100,000 and $120,000. The actual pay depends on your skills, qualifications, experience and geographical location.

Ready to join the journey? Apply now!

We’re dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about a role, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we still encourage you to apply.

We are committed to providing reasonable and necessary accommodations to ensure all employees can perform their roles effectively. For accommodation requests or further information, contact our Talent Acquisition department at careers@bcdtravel.com.