Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Acxiom
Job overview
The Professional Services Project Manager at Acxiom leads complex projects and programs within the Professional Services Organization, ensuring successful delivery of product releases and initiatives with agile and waterfall methodologies.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves managing project scope, schedule, budget, and risks, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, leading project kickoff meetings, enforcing PMO guidelines, and overseeing multiple interconnected projects as a program manager when needed.
Experience and skills
Requires at least 8 years of related experience, a Bachelor's degree, expertise in various project management frameworks including Agile and Waterfall, experience with Marketing Technology deployments, budgeting, and platforms like CDP, Adobe, or Salesforce; PMP and Agile Scrum certifications are preferred.
Work environment and culture
Acxiom promotes equal opportunity employment and inclusivity, supporting remote work options and diversity in hiring.
Company information
Acxiom is a data and marketing technology company focused on delivering marketing solutions and services, emphasizing innovation and client success.
Job location and travel
The position is home-based with a primary location in Conway, Arkansas, with potential consideration for remote work.
Unique job features
The role uniquely combines agile and waterfall project management frameworks and includes leadership over multi-phased programs, emphasizing strategic impact and cross-functional collaboration.
Company overview
Acxiom is a global leader in data analytics and marketing services, specializing in leveraging data to help businesses understand their customers and create personalized marketing strategies. They generate revenue through data management, customer intelligence, and targeted advertising solutions. Founded in 1969, Acxiom has evolved from a small data processing company into a major player in the data-driven marketing industry, known for its robust data privacy and security measures. The company has a rich history of innovation and strategic acquisitions, which have expanded its capabilities and market reach.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight expertise in managing complex, multi-phased projects using both Agile and Waterfall methodologies, emphasizing your ability to apply hybrid frameworks like Scrum and Kanban as described in the job requirements.
Focus on showcasing your experience with PMO methodologies, project scheduling, risk management, budgeting, and stakeholder communication to align with Acxiom's emphasis on disciplined project execution and governance.
Apply through multiple channels including Acxiom’s corporate career site and LinkedIn to maximize your exposure and chances of being noticed for this role.
Connect with current Acxiom employees in the Professional Services division on LinkedIn; start conversations by referencing recent Acxiom projects or product releases, or by asking about their experiences managing marketing technology deployments to break the ice.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'Agile,' 'Waterfall,' 'PMO Methodology,' 'SCRUM,' 'risk management,' 'budgeting,' 'Marketing Technology solutions,' and specific platforms like 'CDP,' 'Adobe,' and 'Salesforce' to ensure your resume passes initial screenings.
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