Workday Project Manager- Lead Application Consultant
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About the Job you're Considering
We are seeking a Project Manager with strong enterprise program management and technology strategy experience to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives that drive measurable business outcomes. This role will focus on enterprise-wide technology strategy execution, vendor governance, and digital transformation programs, including AI/GenAI governance, SaaS and cloud optimization, and cost efficiency initiatives. The ideal candidate brings a blend of strategic thinking, operational rigor, and stakeholder leadership, with a proven ability to manage large-scale programs, influence executive decision-making, and deliver results across highly matrixed environments.
Lead Application Consultants understand the client business process, current and future, and map it to the technologies being used, giving a demarcation of what can be achieved through a standard implementation and what would need customizations or extensions to be done to the application. They may functionally customize the application, partner with application developers to design application enhancements and extensions, and work with business users to implement process changes.
This role in projects have strong client exposure. Individual actively contribute to internal knowledge development on a global business level and proactively coach teams. Individual support or lead bids, operate at director level in major client organizations, and master one or more businessorindustry domains. ‹ Individual is responsible for functional guidance over the whole project or application life cycle and leverage relationships with colleagues, partners and clients to build thought leadership and conceptualize new offerings.
Your Role
- Lead end-to-end delivery of enterprise programs and initiatives, from strategy through execution and value realization.
- Drive enterprise technology strategy initiatives, including digital transformation, SaaS/cloud optimization, and application rationalization.
- Manage vendor governance and strategic sourcing programs, including:
- Vendor performance management (KPIs, SLAs, QBRs)
- Contract lifecycle management and negotiations
- Spend optimization and supplier consolidation
- Support and execute AI and GenAI governance frameworks, including tool selection, procurement, onboarding, and usage tracking.
- Oversee software asset management and license optimization initiatives, improving visibility, compliance, and cost efficiency.
- Develop and maintain program governance structures, dashboards, and executive reporting for senior leadership.
- Partner with C-level stakeholders, finance, procurement, and technology teams to align investments with business priorities.
- Lead risk management, issue resolution, and dependency tracking across multiple workstreams.
- Drive M&A integration activities, including vendor consolidation, contract alignment, and technology integration.
- Establish and track KPIs, cost savings targets, and performance metrics, ensuring delivery of measurable outcomes.
- Manage cross-functional teams and ensure delivery within scope, schedule, budget, and governance parameters.
Your Skills and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred.
- 7+ years of experience in project/program management within enterprise technology environments.
- Proven experience in: Enterprise program management and PMO governance, Technology strategy and digital transformation initiatives and Vendor governance, strategic sourcing, and procurement
- Strong knowledge of AI/GenAI governance, SaaS/cloud procurement, and software asset management.
- Demonstrated experience managing large-scale technology spend, cost optimization, and vendor ecosystems.
- Experience supporting M&A integration and enterprise transformation programs preferred.
- Strong expertise in:
- KPI, SLA, and QBR management
- Executive reporting and dashboard creation
- Risk and financial management
- Exceptional stakeholder management and executive communication skills.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in complex, matrixed organizations.
- Experience within SAP (ERP) environment
The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is: $98,497- $281,842
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The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction.
These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity.
It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range.
In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.
Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package to all regular, full-time employees. In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include:
- Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
- Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
- Life and disability insurance
- Employee assistance programs
- Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility
Important Notice: Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini’s discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.
Disclaimers
Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. Capgemini also participates in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program which supports meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities across Canada by promoting fairness, accessibility, inclusion and respect. We value the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Indigenous Peoples and actively work to create a welcoming and respectful environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.
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