Product Owner - UKG - Randstad USA

job summary:

We are seeking an experienced Product Owner to lead the global migration of our clients Workforce Management (WFM) platform from WFC to UKG PRO. This multi-year program requires expertise in UKG platforms, Agile delivery, and proficiency in JIRA and Confluence for documenting requirements. The ideal candidate has 8+ years of experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to navigate complex, fast-paced environments. You'll analyze cross-functional processes, design integrated solutions, and ensure successful adoption, driving the project to meet our target delivery date of March 2027. If you thrive in leading impactful change and have a passion for aligning technology with business goals, we want to hear from you.

 
location: Framingham, Massachusetts
job type: Contract
salary: $60 - 70 per hour
work hours: 8am to 4pm
education: Bachelors
 
responsibilities:

• Lead the Migration Effort: Own the transition from WFC to UKG PRO, ensuring the solution aligns with business goals and delivers the desired outcomes.

• Agile Methodology Expertise: Apply Agile delivery practices, including story mapping, backlog refinement, and sprint planning to ensure the successful delivery of program milestones.

• Collaboration with Stakeholders: Communicate effectively with business SMEs and stakeholders to align expectations, ensure clarity on progress, and drive adoption of new processes.

• Requirement Documentation: Use JIRA and Confluence for documenting user stories, features, and requirements, ensuring traceability throughout the project lifecycle.

• Facilitate Integrated Solutions: Analyze cross-functional business processes, design integrated solutions (process, technical, and organizational), and ensure they meet business needs.

• Focus on Business Results: Ensure the end-to-end solution is validated and proven to deliver the required business outcomes.

• Drive Knowledge Transfer: Post-implementation, support the handoff to Global Production Support teams to ensure ongoing success.

Qualifications:

• Experience with UKG WFM Platforms (WFC & PRO): Prior experience with both platforms is required, with an understanding of their capabilities in a global context.

• Proficiency in Agile Methodology: Demonstrated experience working in Agile environments, including the use of JIRA and Confluence for tracking project activities.

• Strong Communication Skills: Ability to convey complex concepts in written and oral form, especially in fast-paced and ambiguous environments.

• Analytical Skills: Capable of conducting functional and technical gap analysis, business process mapping, and defining integrated requirements.

• Project Management Experience: Experience managing project timelines and deliverables, though this is not a Project Manager role.

 
qualifications:

• Experience level: Experienced
• Minimum 8 years of experience
• Education: Bachelors

 
skills:

Product Management

UKG Pro (3 years of experience is required)

Workforce Management (8 years of experience is required)

Product Management

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.