**Senior Director, IT New Product Introduction**

4 days ago


Santa Clara, California, United States Palo Alto Networks Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a visionary Senior Director to lead our IT New Product Introduction (NPI) team, with accountability for the IT systems and processes integral to the NPI lifecycle. This individual will lead a team of NPI product managers and Business System Analysts, collaborating closely with Product Line Leaders to drive the successful intake, prioritization, and roadmap planning of new cybersecurity products.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and Develop a High-Performing Team: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of NPI product and program managers within the cybersecurity domain, fostering a high-performance culture.
  • Cultivate a Motivating Environment: Cultivate an environment that motivates, challenges, and supports professional growth and development.
  • Collaborate with Product Line Leaders: Collaborate with Product Line Leaders to understand and prioritize new product launches.
  • Oversee NPI Projects: Oversee the intake, prioritization, and roadmap planning for NPI projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and market demands.
  • Partner with IT Teams: Partner with cross-functional IT teams to enable and integrate systems related to CPQ, Order Management & Fulfillment, Licensing, and Product Activation.
  • Drive Process Improvements: Drive the standardization and automation of NPI processes to improve efficiency and reduce cycle times.
  • Develop and Monitor KPIs: Develop and monitor a set of key performance indicators (KPIs) with targets to measure NPI effectiveness and efficiency.
  • Build Strong Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with Product teams, IT stakeholders, and other relevant parties within the cybersecurity industry.
Requirements
  • Leadership Experience: 15+ years of experience, with a minimum of 10 years in IT leadership roles, with significant experience in New Product Introduction (NPI) and managing complex IT systems.
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Business Administration, or a related field. Advanced degree (MBA, MSc, etc.) preferred.
  • Skills and Qualifications: Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams and managing large-scale projects. Strong leadership and team-building skills with the ability to inspire and guide a high-performing team. Expertise in IT systems related to CPQ, Order Management & Fulfillment, Licensing, and Product Activation. Deep understanding of cybersecurity products and go-to-market strategies. Excellent strategic planning and execution capabilities. Demonstrated ability to streamline processes, standardize practices, and drive automation. Strong analytical skills with experience in developing and managing KPI metrics. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships across various levels of the organization.


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