Senior Project Manager (Remote)

As the leading innovator in Vehicle-to-Government (V2Gov) technology, Vitu is transforming the way vehicles, businesses, government, and drivers interact with one another.

Vitu provides innovative, cutting-edge services to the motor vehicle industry. Our namesake solution manages titling and registration transactions in all 50 states and across multiple locations — all on one platform. With the mission of expanding and automating Vehicle-to-Government (V2Gov) transactions, the Vitu platform is reimagining how drivers, businesses and governments interact with vehicles. Vitu has offices in California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, Montana, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, and Virginia.

Job Summary

The Sr. Manager, Project / Program Management leads a team responsible for a portfolio of medium-to-large scale OEM and large dealer group projects of moderate to high complexity that will have a direct impact on successfully achieving its strategic focus, particularly in the DMS+ and Retail360 spaces. The Sr. Manager, Project / Program Management will work with functional leaders to determine requirements and ensure current and future levels of support are adequate to achieve strategic focus area goals.The Senior Manager will possess the knowledge and ability to apply effective analytical techniques and utilize tools to analyze organizational issues, determine root causes, and create alternative solutions that are in the best interest of the business, working effectively with all stakeholders to ensure a successful outcome.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a team responsible for a portfolio of moderately to highly complex projects and release trains

• Work closely with functional leaders in Product, Engineering, Sales, and Finance to ensure that project selections and sequencing maximize benefit while maintaining strong client sentiment

• Provides leadership with full visibility to all Project Manager activities, including all projects under management, roadblocks, risks to budget and/or delivery timing, etc.

• Develops strategies to resolve key issues

• Ensures effective control are in place to monitor the full project lifecycle

• Consults with Project Managers and clients on strategies to resolve issues and manage change

• Develops value propositions and roadmaps for projects, ensuring shared understanding by both project management staff and end users, ensuring successful implementation of complex projects

• Create clear, measurable and attainable objectives that meet Dealer Solutions strategic objectives

• Manage cross-departmental resources against aggressive timelines

• Continually minimize uncertainty by driving team collaboration and open client communication

• Direct and coordinate team efforts for on-time, high-quality delivery of projects to exceed expectations

• Builds and motivates teams.

• Continually evaluates processes, methodologies, and tools as opportunities for innovation and efficiency.

• Up to 5% travel required.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and 8 years’ experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master's degree and 6 years’ experience; a Ph.D. and 3 years’ experience in a related field; or 12 years’ experience in a related field.

• 3+ years’ leadership experience in business and/or operational positions such as product management, business management, dealership management, or implementation / support management with history of increasing responsibility

• Excellent ability to work effectively with teams throughout the organization.

• Experience in businesses based on technology, software, digital marketing/media, and/or internet for the automotive or related industry.

• Experience developing, reviewing, and managing business specifications, technical specifications, project plans, training plans, communication plans and other related project documentation.

• Proven leadership experience in operational and change management, as well as experience in motivating team members to complete tasks efficiently.

• Experience in customer expectation and relationship management

• Team player with excellent work habits and interpersonal skills

• Demonstrated ability in organizing, prioritizing and coordinating cross-functional project teams.

• Ability to manage a fast-paced workload independently and add value to multiple projects simultaneously.

• Ability to understand, interpret, manage, and communicate technical and business team’s needs, concerns, risks, and issues across all departments.

Compensation -

The salary range for this position is: $120, 000 - $155, 000

The final pay for this position will be determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, location, education, experience, training and skills.

At Vitu, our engaged workforce is the key to our success. We are committed to creating a positive, inclusive, and motivating environment where employees feel valued, connected, and empowered. We have an Employee first culture and foster a collaborative environment where innovation, creativity, diverse ideas and opinions are valued. We value each team member and ensure they have the opportunity to grow and contribute to the success of our organization.

At Vitu, we care for our employees and their families. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including -

• Healthcare Coverage for you and your family covering Medical, Dental & Vision

• Tax Advantage accounts such as Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• Generous PTO

• Pet Insurance

• Retirement Planning

• ID Theft Insurance

• Life and Disability Insurance

• Commuter Benefits

• Accident & Hospital, Critical Illness Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement

Vitu is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are dedicated to providing an equal and inclusive working environment. We are committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Vitu is committed to providing reasonable accommodations when requested by an applicant or employee with disabilities, unless such accommodations would cause undue hardship.