Project Manager ( UPS & Procurement Operations )

Job Title : Project Manager ( UPS & Procurement Operations )
Location: Mountain View, CA ( Onsite )
Duration/Term: Long Term Contract

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager (PgM) to oversee critical processes in UPS Review Management and Procurement Lifecycle Management. This role will manage internal and external review processes, coordinate procurement activities, and lead project execution from kickoff through post-deal follow-up. The ideal candidate will drive process improvements, implement automation, analyze performance metrics, and provide strategic insights to optimize procurement and service delivery within the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• UPS Review Management:

• Oversee the internal UPS process to ensure timely reviews, accurate tracking, and effective stakeholder communication.
• Manage the external UPS pipeline by scheduling meetings with Unity and maintaining strong relationships with external teams.
• Finalize review documentation, manage escalations, ensure budget alignment, and initiate deal creation.

• Procurement Lifecycle Management:

• Administer legal, privacy, risk, and financial processes across multiple internal tools.
• Drive process improvement initiatives and update systems, processes, and tools for enhanced efficiency and compliance.
• Differentiate between service and product purchases, managing procurement accordingly.

• Execution and Project Management:

• Initiate projects, track milestones, manage finances, oversee invoice approvals, and forecast project needs.
• Collaborate with the Unity Account Manager on QBRs, financial reporting, and risk management.
• Organize project progress meetings, document processes, lead status meetings, and provide regular progress reports.

• Post-Deal Follow-up:

• Conduct post-deal reviews and gather customer satisfaction feedback.

• Reporting and Impact Measurement:

• Align with Success Framework KPIs and report on progress.
• Define and track additional metrics, create measurement and reporting plans, and analyze data to provide optimization recommendations and ROI assessments.

• Additional Responsibilities:

• Implement automated systems to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Analyze data to inform strategic decisions and optimize processes.
• Continuously identify opportunities for process improvement and knowledge sharing.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

Must-Have:

• Proven experience in financial and impact analysis with a strong track record in tracking, measuring, and forecasting financial performance.
• Demonstrated ability in data analysis, including data gathering, reporting, and insight generation.
• Strong financial management skills with the ability to manage budgets, create detailed financial reports, and utilize tools such as pivot tables and data visualization.
• Extensive experience in project management planning, executing, and monitoring projects from start to finish.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills, particularly in working with global teams and managing stakeholder relationships.
• Ability to work independently with a high degree of autonomy.

Nice-to-Have:

• Experience in the gaming industry or an interest in gaming technology.
• Proficiency with tools (e.g., Simba, Navigo, Ariba/BuyingHub, Pivt Approvals, Herald, Tables, AppSheet).

Key Qualities:

• Business Acumen: Strong understanding of business objectives and metrics.
• Data-Driven: Passion for leveraging data to drive decision-making.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to efficiently identify and resolve complex issues.
• Adaptability: Comfort with change and eagerness to learn new processes and technologies.

Key Skills

Financial Analysis, Data Analysis, Financial Management, Project Management, Stakeholder Communication, Automation, Process Improvement, Procurement, UPS Review, Impact Measurement, KPI Reporting, Budget Management.

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