Launch Program Manager

Launch Program Manager - Cary, NC | Hybrid

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About the Job

The Corporate Marketing team is looking for a detail-oriented, strategic, and execution-focused Product Launch Program Manager to lead the end-to-end planning and execution of product launches across our data, AI, and analytics portfolio. In this role, you'll partner cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, Marketing, Sales, Customer Success, and other teams to ensure launch readiness, drive alignment, and deliver successful go-to-market outcomes.

As a Launch Program Manager, you will :

• Own and drive a new product or new capability launch from initial commercialization concept through to post-launch assessment. Track key KPIs related to launch performance, team readiness, and product adoption.
• Develop and maintain launch plans and timelines aligned with product complexity and market impact.
• Lead internal go-to-market readiness reviews and status updates with stakeholders and executives. Lead cross-functional launch teams through defined milestones and decision points.
• Act as the central point of launch coordination across Product, Marketing, Sales, Enablement, Legal, and Customer Success teams.
• Identify and mitigate launch risks, remove blockers, and manage dependencies to ensure on-time delivery.
• Ensure internal teams are trained and equipped with the right assets, messaging, and knowledge to support the product at launch.
• Build and continuously improve scalable launch frameworks and best practices.
• Embrace curiosity, passion, authenticity, and accountability. These are our values and influence everything we do.

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Additional Information :

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