GTM Program Manager

Overview:

This is an incredible opportunity to be part of a company that has been at the forefront of AI and high-performance data storage innovation for over two decades. DataDirect Networks (DDN) is a global market leader renowned for powering many of the world's most demanding AI data centers, in industries ranging from life sciences and healthcare to financial services, autonomous cars, Government, academia, research and manufacturing.

"DDN's A3I solutions are transforming the landscape of AI infrastructure." – IDC 

“The real differentiator is DDN. I never hesitate to recommend DDN. DDN is the de facto name for AI Storage in high performance environments” - Marc Hamilton, VP, Solutions Architecture & Engineering | NVIDIA 

DDN is the global leader in AI and multi-cloud data management at scale. Our cutting-edge data intelligence platform is designed to accelerate AI workloads, enabling organizations to extract maximum value from their data. With a proven track record of performance, reliability, and scalability, DDN empowers businesses to tackle the most challenging AI and data-intensive workloads with confidence. 

Our success is driven by our unwavering commitment to innovation, customer-centricity, and a team of passionate professionals who bring their expertise and dedication to every project. This is a chance to make a significant impact at a company that is shaping the future of AI and data management. 

Our commitment to innovation, customer success, and market leadership makes this an exciting and rewarding role for a driven professional looking to make a lasting impact in the world of AI and data storage. 

DDN is seeking a GTM Program Manager to oversee and coordinate all Revenue Operations projects while tracking and managing cross-functional go-to-market initiatives. This role is crucial in ensuring that projects stay on track, stakeholders are aligned, and business objectives are met. The GTM Program Manager will work closely with sales, marketing, finance, product, and other operational teams to drive execution and accountability.

Key Responsibilities 

• Manage all Revenue Operations projects, ensuring timely execution and alignment with company priorities.
• Track, coordinate, and report on all cross-functional go-to-market projects across sales, marketing, customer success, and finance.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans in Jira, Salesforce, and Excel.
• Work closely with stakeholders to define project scope, timelines, deliverables, and key milestones.
• Monitor project risks and dependencies, proactively identifying and addressing potential blockers.
• Facilitate cross-functional meetings to ensure alignment and smooth execution of GTM initiatives.
• Provide regular project updates and status reports to leadership, highlighting progress, risks, and next steps.
• Establish and enforce best practices for project management and cross-team collaboration.
• Continuously improve project tracking methodologies and tools to enhance efficiency and transparency.

Requirements 

• 5+ years of experience in program or project management, preferably within go-to-market or revenue operations functions.
• Strong understanding of sales, marketing, and revenue operations processes.
• Hands-on experience managing projects in Jira, Salesforce, and Excel.
• Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to track multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to drive cross-functional collaboration and ensure project accountability.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
• West Coast location preferred, but open to remote candidates with a strong fit.

DDN has a very strong orientation towards these 4 characteristics and any successful employee will demonstrate these capabilities: 

Self-Starter - Takes independent action to identify and solve problems. Seeks out relevant information needed to make decisions. Gets involved with new initiatives. 

Success/Achievement Orientation - Delivers quality results consistently. Targets, achieves (or exceeds) measurable results. Sets challenging goals, focuses on critical priorities, and is accountable. 

Problem Solving - Recognizes problems and responds with a systematic assessment that identifies and addresses cause of issue. Practical, realistic, and resourceful. 

Innovative - Builds and improves key business processes that enhance the effectiveness of DDN. Generates new ideas, challenges the status quo, and solves problems creatively.

DataDirect Networks, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, sex stereotyping, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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