About Schneider Electric

Schneider’s purpose is to create Impact by empowering all to make the most of our energy and resources, bridging progress and sustainability. At Schneider, we call this Life Is On.

Our mission is to be the trusted partner in Sustainability and Efficiency.

With revenues of ~€35 billion, we are a global industrial technology leader bringing world-leading expertise in electrification, automation and digitization to smart industries, resilient infrastructure, future-proof data centers, intelligent buildings, and intuitive homes. Anchored by our deep domain expertise, we provide integrated end-to-end lifecycle AI enabled Industrial IoT solutions with connected products, automation, software, and services, delivering digital twins to enable profitable growth for our customers.

We are a people company with an ecosystem of 150,000 colleagues and more than a million partners operating in over 100 countries to ensure proximity to our customers and stakeholders. We embrace diversity and inclusion in everything we do, guided by our meaningful purpose of a sustainable future for all.

Team Mission

All IT needs of SE are managed by the Schneider Digital Global Function. Spread across 60 countries with over 4000 employees, this function develops & works with major IT & Software providers to manage software which drive our P&L and enable our businesses.

The HR Systems & Employee Experience - Product & Engineering Team works to deliver the #LoveableEx ambition of Schneider Digital. The diverse group of UX, product & engineering professionals are responsible for the Corporate Intranet / Digital Workplace, Enterprise Search & Employee Chatbots, working extensively on the Microsoft O365, AWS & Azure stack.

Role mission

The Product Delivery Manager sits within the Schneider Digital team reporting to the Director – Employee Experience Product & Engineering. They are responsible for the seamless delivery of high-quality, innovative solutions that meet the needs of the organization. This involves leading a cross-functional team to deliver projects on time and within budget, while maintaining a strong focus on quality and user satisfaction. The Product Delivery Manager will drive continuous improvement in delivery processes, foster collaboration among team members, and act as a key liaison between stakeholders and the development team to ensure alignment with business goals. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technology acumen, an agile mindset, and the ability to navigate the complexities of a matrix organization.

Main responsibilities

·  Technology Strategy\: Develop & present compelling business cases for technology initiatives to senior leadership and stakeholders.

·  Intranet Management\: Oversee the development, deployment, and maintenance of the company intranet built on Akumina & SharePoint, ensuring it meets the organization's needs.

·  Enterprise Search\: Manage the implementation and optimization of enterprise search solutions to ensure employees can quickly find the information they need.

·  Employee GenAI Chatbot\: Lead the continuous improvement of the Employee GenAI Chatbot, enhancing employee experience and productivity.

·  Team Leadership\: Manage and mentor a cross-functional team including Product Owners, QA, Engineers, Project Managers, and Support staff.

·  Stakeholder Communication\: Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, partnering with them on developing technology solutions for business problems, while ensuring transparency around regular updates on project status, risks, and milestones.

·  Resource Allocation\: Ensure optimal allocation of resources to meet project goals and timelines.

·  Risk Management\: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure success.

·  Process Improvement\: Continuously evaluate and improve delivery processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

·  Quality Assurance\: Ensure that all deliverables meet the required quality standards and specifications, including data privacy, security & architectural standards.

·  Budget Management\: Monitor and manage project budgets, ensuring cost-effective delivery.

·  Collaboration\: Foster a collaborative environment to ensure seamless integration and cooperation among team members.

·  Vendor Management\: Manage vendor relationships, ensuring effective delivery and contract management.

Skills and experience

·  Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.

·  Strong experience working on or managing Modern Digital Workplace (E.g. O365, SharePoint application development, Azure, enterprise search technologies, and chatbot development.)

·  Proven experience in leading technology transformations and managing large technology teams.

·  Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.

·  Strong project management skills with experience in Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).

·  Understanding of software development processes, with Experience with cloud-based solutions and digital transformation initiatives.

·  Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a diverse team.

·  Experience in managing vendor relationships and contract negotiations.

·  Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

·  Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions in a fast-paced environment.

·  Experience in budget planning and management.

·  Knowledge of data privacy and security regulations.

·  Commitment to maintaining high standards of quality in all deliverables.

·  MBA in Operations is preferred.

Internal

·  Preferred Location – Bangalore

·  Preferred Organization – Product background