Group Manager, Organizational Change Management - West Region at Avanade
Portland, OR 97201
About the Job
Country:United StatesCities:Los Angeles, Phoenix, Portland, Redmond, Sacramento, San Diego, San Francisco, SeattleArea of expertise:OCM AdvisoryJob DescriptionGroup Manager, Organizational Change Management - West RegionPair your adaptable, collaborative, curious mindset with your tech skills to help client digitally transform their ways of working
Better experience for air travelers? Data to help a non-profit better serve kids with needs? An Advisory role at Avanade offers you a purposeful career
Know your clients' needs inside out, work with them beginning to end, enjoy achievements together – and repeat. Come join us Even organizations committed to change find it hard to make it happen
That’s why we need you! As an OCM Advisory Group Manager (Senior Manager level), you will lead our Organizational Change Management Advisory practice in the West Region, working closely with North America leaders to develop and grow our regional group
You will lead the design and implementation of organizational change initiatives, as well as manage specific change projects
Most OCM pursuits and projects align to Business Transformations (ERP/CRM), Collaboration and Security (M365 suite), Data & AI Adoption (GenAI/AI, Copilot, PowerBI, etc.), or Strategic Change (Op Model & Org Design, M&A, Change COE)
An Avanade OCM Advisory Group Manager has in-depth experience in the following endeavors: Leading organizational design to maximize effectiveness and mitigate risks
Developing and maintaining strong client stakeholder relationships positioning the organization into “Trusted Advisor” status Developing and orchestrating Change Strategies and Plans for large scale technology projects and programs Creating guidelines and enforcing procedures and standards related to content development and implementation Developing and executing effective Communication strategies Developing and delivering strategic training plans to prepare individuals for success Leading clients through transformational change and supporting business priorities Contributing to the internal capability of Avanade’s OCM practice by sharing learnings, developing content, mentoring junior colleagues, and crafting compelling proposal responses Skills and experience7+ years of experience in a client facing Organizational Change role with digital transformation, technical & functional project experience and prior experience with ERP/CRM Transformation Previous relevant management consulting professional services firm experience, preferably with a global management consultancy firm
Experience working in cross-functional and complex, highly matrixed teams Experience in leading pursuits and justifying the organizational change value proposition for an engagement with both internal and client stakeholders Ability to be flexible, demonstrate critical thinking and work effectively in fluid, complex environments Experience in coaching and developing junior talent Expert in the Microsoft Office product suite Other desired skills include: A relevant Advanced Degree or an MBA Industry experience in one of the following industries – Resources (O&G, Energy), Healthcare, Retail/CPG, Manufacturing, CMT, and Financial Services Enjoy your careerTop-shelf clients – our clients accelerate value by being bold, imaginative – and fast
Look at who we work with – you’ve probably heard of them and just might want to work with them, too Next-level work – Utilize emerging tech and become adept at solving business critical issues, acquire industry expertise, and a deep understanding of the technologies and capabilities within the Microsoft ecosystem Flexible work schedule – We provide employees with a flexible work schedule that includes flexible start and end times as well as the ability to work remotely Find out more about some of our benefits here. A great place to workAs you bring your skills and abilities to Avanade, you’ll get distinctive experiences, limitless learning, and ambitious growth in return
As we continue to build our diverse and inclusive culture, we become even more innovative and creative, helping us better serve our clients and our communities. You’ll join a community of smart, supportive collaborators to lift, mentor and guide you, but also lean on your expertise
You get a company purpose-built for business-critical, leading-edge technology solutions, committed to improving the way humans work, interact and live
It’s all here, so take a closer look! We work hard to provide an inclusive, diverse culture with a deep sense of belonging for all our employees
Visit our Inclusion & Diversity page. Create a future for our people that focuses on: Expanding your thinking Experimenting courageously Learning and pivoting Inspire greatness in our people by: Empowering every voice Encouraging boldness Celebrating progress Accelerate the impact of our people by: Amazing the client Prioritizing what matters Acting as one Learn more To learn more about the types of projects our Advisory team works on check out these case studies: Mater Hospital accelerates its digital transformation to keep patients and healthcare workers safe QBE is transforming its digital customer experience with Avanade and Accenture Blundstone meets customer demand in an agile way Interested in knowing what’s going on inside Avanade? Check out our blogs: Avanade Insights - exchange ideas that drive tomorrows innovation Inside Avanade - explore what life is like working at Avanade Compensation for roles at Avanade varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set and level of experience
As required by local law, Avanade provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in California, Colorado, and Washington as set forth below:Role Location: Range of starting pay for role: California: ($164,900 - $206,000) Colorado: ($147,900 - $174,000) Washington: ($164,900 - $194,000)Apply nowAbout AvanadeAvanade is the leading provider of innovative digital, cloud and advisory services, industry solutions and design-led experiences across the Microsoft ecosystem
Every day, our 59,000 professionals in 26 countries make a genuine human impact for our clients, their employees and their customers. We have been recognized as Microsoft’s Global SI Partner of the Year more than any other company
With the most Microsoft certifications (60,000+) and 18 (out of 18) Gold-level Microsoft competencies, we are uniquely positioned to help businesses grow and solve their toughest challenges.We are a people first company, committed to providing an inclusive workplace where employees feel comfortable being their authentic selves
As a responsible business, we are building a sustainable world and helping people from underrepresented communities fulfil their potential. Majority owned by Accenture, Avanade was founded in 2000 by Accenture LLP and Microsoft Corporation
Learn more at .
Better experience for air travelers? Data to help a non-profit better serve kids with needs? An Advisory role at Avanade offers you a purposeful career
Know your clients' needs inside out, work with them beginning to end, enjoy achievements together – and repeat. Come join us Even organizations committed to change find it hard to make it happen
That’s why we need you! As an OCM Advisory Group Manager (Senior Manager level), you will lead our Organizational Change Management Advisory practice in the West Region, working closely with North America leaders to develop and grow our regional group
You will lead the design and implementation of organizational change initiatives, as well as manage specific change projects
Most OCM pursuits and projects align to Business Transformations (ERP/CRM), Collaboration and Security (M365 suite), Data & AI Adoption (GenAI/AI, Copilot, PowerBI, etc.), or Strategic Change (Op Model & Org Design, M&A, Change COE)
An Avanade OCM Advisory Group Manager has in-depth experience in the following endeavors: Leading organizational design to maximize effectiveness and mitigate risks
Developing and maintaining strong client stakeholder relationships positioning the organization into “Trusted Advisor” status Developing and orchestrating Change Strategies and Plans for large scale technology projects and programs Creating guidelines and enforcing procedures and standards related to content development and implementation Developing and executing effective Communication strategies Developing and delivering strategic training plans to prepare individuals for success Leading clients through transformational change and supporting business priorities Contributing to the internal capability of Avanade’s OCM practice by sharing learnings, developing content, mentoring junior colleagues, and crafting compelling proposal responses Skills and experience7+ years of experience in a client facing Organizational Change role with digital transformation, technical & functional project experience and prior experience with ERP/CRM Transformation Previous relevant management consulting professional services firm experience, preferably with a global management consultancy firm
Experience working in cross-functional and complex, highly matrixed teams Experience in leading pursuits and justifying the organizational change value proposition for an engagement with both internal and client stakeholders Ability to be flexible, demonstrate critical thinking and work effectively in fluid, complex environments Experience in coaching and developing junior talent Expert in the Microsoft Office product suite Other desired skills include: A relevant Advanced Degree or an MBA Industry experience in one of the following industries – Resources (O&G, Energy), Healthcare, Retail/CPG, Manufacturing, CMT, and Financial Services Enjoy your careerTop-shelf clients – our clients accelerate value by being bold, imaginative – and fast
Look at who we work with – you’ve probably heard of them and just might want to work with them, too Next-level work – Utilize emerging tech and become adept at solving business critical issues, acquire industry expertise, and a deep understanding of the technologies and capabilities within the Microsoft ecosystem Flexible work schedule – We provide employees with a flexible work schedule that includes flexible start and end times as well as the ability to work remotely Find out more about some of our benefits here. A great place to workAs you bring your skills and abilities to Avanade, you’ll get distinctive experiences, limitless learning, and ambitious growth in return
As we continue to build our diverse and inclusive culture, we become even more innovative and creative, helping us better serve our clients and our communities. You’ll join a community of smart, supportive collaborators to lift, mentor and guide you, but also lean on your expertise
You get a company purpose-built for business-critical, leading-edge technology solutions, committed to improving the way humans work, interact and live
It’s all here, so take a closer look! We work hard to provide an inclusive, diverse culture with a deep sense of belonging for all our employees
Visit our Inclusion & Diversity page. Create a future for our people that focuses on: Expanding your thinking Experimenting courageously Learning and pivoting Inspire greatness in our people by: Empowering every voice Encouraging boldness Celebrating progress Accelerate the impact of our people by: Amazing the client Prioritizing what matters Acting as one Learn more To learn more about the types of projects our Advisory team works on check out these case studies: Mater Hospital accelerates its digital transformation to keep patients and healthcare workers safe QBE is transforming its digital customer experience with Avanade and Accenture Blundstone meets customer demand in an agile way Interested in knowing what’s going on inside Avanade? Check out our blogs: Avanade Insights - exchange ideas that drive tomorrows innovation Inside Avanade - explore what life is like working at Avanade Compensation for roles at Avanade varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set and level of experience
As required by local law, Avanade provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in California, Colorado, and Washington as set forth below:Role Location: Range of starting pay for role: California: ($164,900 - $206,000) Colorado: ($147,900 - $174,000) Washington: ($164,900 - $194,000)Apply nowAbout AvanadeAvanade is the leading provider of innovative digital, cloud and advisory services, industry solutions and design-led experiences across the Microsoft ecosystem
Every day, our 59,000 professionals in 26 countries make a genuine human impact for our clients, their employees and their customers. We have been recognized as Microsoft’s Global SI Partner of the Year more than any other company
With the most Microsoft certifications (60,000+) and 18 (out of 18) Gold-level Microsoft competencies, we are uniquely positioned to help businesses grow and solve their toughest challenges.We are a people first company, committed to providing an inclusive workplace where employees feel comfortable being their authentic selves
As a responsible business, we are building a sustainable world and helping people from underrepresented communities fulfil their potential. Majority owned by Accenture, Avanade was founded in 2000 by Accenture LLP and Microsoft Corporation
Learn more at .
