Enterprise Product Lead- ServiceNow
About the Opportunity
JOB SUMMARY
ServiceNow Product Lead will own our organization's ServiceNow
strategy design and execution, ensuring it effectively supports
business processes and objectives across ITSM, CSM, HAM/SAM and
SPM, with a growing footprint in IRM. The role involves the
execution of strategic planning, leading implementation initiatives
and continuous improvement of ServiceNow solutions to optimize data
integrity, operational efficiency and business outcome delivery.
The position requires a strong technical background in the
ServiceNow platform, project/program management, and an ability to
collaborate with cross-functional teams to align ServiceNow
capabilities with business needs, manage vendor relationships and
lead support teams that will help the organization achieve and
maintain a stable and responsive platform. It is expected that this
leader will help our organization keep up with the latest trends in
the ServiceNow market, including (but not limited to) portal
experiences, AI powered virtual agent and chat capabilities, and
workflow automation and orchestration. The ServiceNow-focused
Product Lead will need to help manage costs and prioritize
initiatives with business stakeholders, driving measurable value
from the early to the late stages of such initiatives
This role is critical to ensuring that our business technology
solutions align with our university strategy, enhance operational
efficiencies and provide competitive advantage. As a key member of
the senior IT management team, the Product Lead will collaborate
closely with other leaders in IT and business units to spearhead
digital transformation initiatives, optimize platform value, and
ensure the security and compliance of our ServiceNow
environment.
This role requires occasional availability outside of traditional
working hours to address urgent business needs as they arise,
including, but not limited to, responding to security incidents,
supporting software deployments, resolving software issues or
system breaks, and addressing other critical operational
requirements. The ideal candidate must be proactive and adaptable,
ensuring minimal disruption to business operations by promptly
addressing any issues, regardless of time or day. Flexibility and a
strong sense of urgency are essential for success in this
position.
This role is hybrid and in the office a minimum of three days a
week to facilitate collaboration and teamwork. In-office presence
is an essential part of our on-campus culture and allows for
engaging directly with staff and students, sharing ideas, and
contributing to a dynamic work environment. Being on-site allows
for stronger connections, more effective problem-solving, and
enhanced team synergy, all of which are key to achieving our
collective goals and driving success.
This role requires flexibility in performing duties outside of the
primary responsibilities to support evolving business needs. The
ideal candidate must be adaptable and willing to take on additional
tasks or projects as required, ensuring smooth operations across
the organization. This may include stepping in to assist with
cross-functional teams, handling unexpected challenges, or
contributing to initiatives that support business growth and
success. A proactive mindset and the ability to pivot quickly are
essential for thriving in this dynamic environment.
**Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
The University is unable to work sponsor for this role, now or in
the future.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of 10 years' experience in IT, with at least five years
in a leadership role managing enterprise applications.
Proven track record of leading digital transformation
initiatives and implementing large-scale IT projects.
Extensive experience with the ServiceNow platform, preferably
in an environment that deployed 3+ modules such as ITSM, CSM,
HAM/SAM, SPM or IRM.
Demonstrated experience with ServiceNow portals, AI chat or
virtual agent capabilities, and workflow automation and
orchestration.
Demonstrated success in vendor and stakeholder management.
Experience in higher education or healthcare concepts such as
service management, asset management, or risk and compliance are a
plus.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Strategic leadership: Develop and implement a
comprehensive strategy for the ServiceNow platform that supports
our organization's business goals and objectives. In collaboration
with the software engineering team, carry out buy-build-customize
analyses and develop plans to operationalize the results. Own,
maintain and promote awareness of the platform strategic
roadmap.
- Leadership of digital transformation efforts: Identify
opportunities for innovation and improvement, while overseeing
ongoing implementation of multiple, overlapping platform
initiatives across ITSM, CSM, HAM/SAM, SPM and IRM.
- Team leadership and development: Lead, mentor and
develop a high-performance team of IT professionals supporting the
ServiceNow platform. Foster a culture of innovation, excellence and
ongoing improvement.
- Business engagement: Develop productive relationships
with business leaders across our organization to influence how the
platform can enable new sources of value. Conduct regular surveys
of stakeholders' satisfaction with the platform, publish the
results and, where necessary, implement action plans to improve
satisfaction.
- Portfolio management: Oversee the management of our
ServiceNow portfolio across ITSM, CSM, HAM/SAM, SPM and IRM,
ensuring it meets current and future business requirements.
Evaluate and prioritize initiatives based on strategic alignment,
return on investment and risk. Perform ongoing
buy-build-customization analyses for current and future components
of the portfolio, including portals, AI chat and virtual agent
capabilities, and automation and orchestration. Identify
opportunities for system modernization, integration, automation and
rationalization.
- Operational excellence: Safeguard the reliability,
availability and performance of the ServiceNow platform, including
portals, AI chat and virtual agent tools, and automation and
orchestration workflows. Implement best practices for application
life cycle management, including development, deployment,
maintenance and support. Manage master data across the
platform.
- Vendor management: Establish and maintain strong
relationships with ServiceNow and key implementation partners.
Develop a nuanced understanding of the vendor's roadmap and how it
will support the company's business objectives. Collaborate with IT
sourcing and vendor management teams to strengthen the company's
position when negotiating with software and service vendors.
- Risk management and compliance: Work with our internal
governance team to ensure the ServiceNow platform, including IRM
capabilities, complies with all relevant laws, regulations and
industry standards. Oversee risk management processes to identify,
assess and mitigate risks associated with the platform and
connected systems.
- Budget management: Develop and manage the budget for the
ServiceNow platform, ensuring optimal allocation of resources and
cost-effectiveness.
Competencies & Key Behaviors
- Technical expertise: In-depth knowledge of the
ServiceNow platform, cloud computing and platform architecture.
Ability to use strategic planning to translate business goals into
technology solutions. At least one of the following certifications
required: ServiceNow Certified System Administrator (CSA),
Certified Implementation Specialist in ITSM, Certified
Implementation Specialist in CSM, Certified Implementation
Specialist in HAM/SAM, Certified Implementation Specialist in SPM,
or Certified Implementation Specialist in Risk and Compliance
(IRM)
- Communication and collaboration: Exceptional
communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to collaborate
simultaneously with multiple executives from different parts of the
organization, stakeholders and teams across the organization, and
to influence people to achieve common goals. Experience partnering
with Higher Education or student and employee service delivery
functions desired
- Project management: Strong project management skills,
including experience with agile methodologies and change
management.
- Analytical skills: Excellent analytical and
problem-solving abilities; proficiency in data analysis and
performance metrics.
Position Type
Information Technology
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work
experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit
eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid
time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as
well as commuting & transportation. Visit
https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for
more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, religion,
color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability
status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable
law.
Compensation Grade/Pay Type:
115S
Expected Hiring Range:
$157,130.00 - $227,840.00
With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend
on several factors, which may include your education, experience,
location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay
comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role.
Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to
change.
To apply, visit https://northeastern.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/careers/job/Boston-MA-Main-Campus/Enterprise-Product-Lead--ServiceNow_R141743
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