Here at Appian, our core values of Respect, Work to Impact, Ambition, and Constructive Dissent & Resolution define who we are. In short, this means we constantly seek to understand the best for our customers, we go beyond completion in our work, we strive for excellence with intensity, and we embrace candid communication. These values guide our actions and shape our culture every day. When you join Appian, you'll be part of a passionate team that's dedicated to accomplishing hard things.
Are you looking to combine your passion for technology with your penchant for structured project management? Joining the Product Launch team at Appian means you will have the opportunity to learn in an environment that values cross-functional collaboration and is committed to personal and professional growth. It means coming up with creative ways to develop a product release strategy, then making it happen. It means working with cool tech that has a real impact on companies and consumers. At Appian, it's not an empty promise, it's what we do.
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This position will be responsible for successfully overseeing and executing the launch process for new products and services into the marketplace. As a launch manager, job duties include: collaborating transversely across Product Management, Sales, Customer Success, and Marketing teams to plan a structured go to market process, implement that plan, and analyze results to improve future launches.
This role is based at our McLean, VA location. Appian was built on a culture of in-person collaboration, which we believe is a key driver of our mission to be the best. Employees hired for this position are expected to be in the office 5 days a week to foster that culture and ensure we continue to thrive through shared ideas and teamwork. We believe being in the office provides more opportunities to come together and celebrate working with the exceptional people across Appian.
To be successful in this role, you need to:
- Possess strong communication and collaboration skills; ability to draw clarity out of complex and ever-changing environments.
- Have a strong project management background, likely as a former product manager, program manager, or member of a PMO.
- Combine creative thinking and analytics to develop a sophisticated understanding of Appian's business.
- Have solid organizational skills, be strategic in your thought processes, and structured in your execution.
Some of the tools and resources we will equip you with include:
- Within your first few weeks of joining us, you will attend new hire orientation along with our 5-day Fast-Start to ensure you are set up for success
- We'll immerse you into our community rooted in respect starting on day one. Our community is strong and growing! Our affinity groups are a great place to start connecting with peers from all across the globe.
- Appian offers a wide variety of growth and development opportunities such as: our in-house Appian MBA program for new managers, Appian University which is a full library of over 3,000 LinkedIn Learning and Udemy courses, Presentation Skills training, and tuition reimbursement for those seeking to further their education.
Basic Qualifications:
- B.S. in Business Administration, Marketing, or Computer Science
- 0-2 years of project management, product management, or product marketing experience
- Advanced skills with productivity software including the Microsoft Office or Google suite
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Tools and Resources
- Training and Development: During onboarding, we focus on equipping new hires with the skills and knowledge for success through department-specific training. Continuous learning is a central focus at Appian, with dedicated mentorship and the First-Friend program being widely utilized resources for new hires.
- Growth Opportunities: Appian provides a diverse array of growth and development opportunities, including our leadership program tailored for new and aspiring managers, a comprehensive library of specialized department training through Appian University, skills based training, and tuition reimbursement for those aiming to advance their education. This commitment ensures that employees have access to a holistic range of development opportunities.
- Community: We'll immerse you into our community rooted in respect starting on day one. Appian fosters inclusivity through our 8 employee-led affinity groups. These groups help employees build stronger internal and external networks by planning social, educational, and outreach activities to connect with Appianites and larger initiatives throughout the company.
About Appian
Appian is a software company that automates business processes. The Appian AI-Powered Process Platform includes everything you need to design, automate, and optimize even the most complex processes, from start to finish. The world's most innovative organizations trust Appian to improve their workflows, unify data, and optimize operations-resulting in better growth and superior customer experiences. For more information, visit appian.com. [Nasdaq: APPN]
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