Card Authorization - Product Delivery Manager

Job Responsibilities:


* Project & Program Delivery
+ Develop and execute comprehensive project plans, integrating technical requirements, resource allocation, and timelines to ensure on-time delivery.
+ Lead and manage complex technical and product initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives.
+ Facilitate project breakdown sessions, synchronize plans with product roadmaps, and escalate risks/issues to leadership.
+ Ensure disciplined use and hygiene of project management tools (e.g., JIRA, Jira Align) and maintain up-to-date documentation and tracking .


* Release & Change Management
+ Create and manage release calendars and schedules, coordinating across development, QA, operations, and business teams.
+ Serve as the primary point of contact for program and release activities, ensuring stakeholder alignment and readiness.
+ Review epics and stories for alignment with release dates and fix versions; ensure timely distribution of release notes.
+ Oversee change controls and maintain accurate records of release notes, change logs, and lessons learned.


* Intake, Prioritization & Dependency Management
+ Manage intake for new initiatives and cross-team dependencies; facilitate intake meetings and document outcomes.
+ Collaborate with engineering, product, and business stakeholders to define program scope, objectives, and deliverables.
+ Conduct dependency mapping and proactively manage interdependencies.
+ Communicate priorities, resolve internal prioritization challenges, and escalate to senior leadership as needed.


* Reporting, Analytics & Continuous Improvement
+ Provide regular, concise status reporting (e.g., RAG status) and executive-level updates , focusing on delivery progress, risks, and mitigation actions.
+ Maintain and update management tools; produce reports for product reviews and compliance audits.


* Team Leadership
+ Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of project managers and delivery specialists.
+ Set clear goals, delegate responsibilities, and monitor team performance.
+ Foster a collaborative, high-performance team culture.
+ Support quarterly and capacity planning across product, engineering, and finance teams.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:


* Proven experience in project management within a financial institution or credit card industry.


* Strong technical and product expertise; ability to translate business requirements into actionable project plans.


* Proficiency in agile methodologies and tools, including Jira and Jira Align.


* Excellent organizational and time management skills; ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.


* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience in reporting, analytics, and dashboard creation....