AVP of CRM/ERP Product Manager and PM, Operations
Remote or Hybrid
Certa ProPainters, Ltd., the franchisor of independently owned and operated CertaPro Painters® franchised businesses, is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking AVP of CRM/ERP Production Manager and PM. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in steering our company towards operational excellence. Collaborating closely with the CIO, EVP of Operations and other senior leadership, this role is your opportunity to shape the future of our product offerings, enhance customer engagement, and streamline operational efficiencies.
As the largest residential and commercial painting company in North America, with more than 335 locally owned and operated businesses, we know that true success goes beyond paint and brushes. It is built on consistency, trust, and the ability to deliver on our promise every single day. At CertaPro Painters, operations are at the heart of how we create extraordinary customer experiences and how we support our franchise owners in achieving meaningful growth.
Reporting to the Executive Vice President of Operations, you will help define the vision for strategic initiatives and manage cross-functional teams to deliver innovative CRM and ERP solutions that align with our strategic objectives. This role is about more than oversight; it is about inspiring confidence, fostering innovation, and living out our Core Values: Deliver What You Promise, Have Pride in What You Do, Respect the Individual, Practice Continuous Improvement, and Embrace the Possibilities.
Essential Functions/Responsibilities
- Vision & Strategy: Assist in setting the vision for strategic initiatives under senior leadership guidance. Define features that align with business goals and meet the needs of CertaPro Owners, associates, and both residential and commercial customers.
- Stakeholder Collaboration and Engagement: Work with stakeholders, SMEs, business sponsors, technology partners, and UX leads to enhance front and back-end experiences. Participate in architecture and UX wire reviews.
- Documentation & Workshops: Solicit requirements, facilitate workshops, and document process flows, visuals/wireframes, and acceptance criteria. Lead stakeholder groups to document features and ensure CRM/ERP solutions meet business requirements and KPIs.
- Business Process Assessment: Partner with stakeholders and SMEs to conduct assessments and identify business needs and priorities.
- Process Mapping: Lead and assist in creating business process maps and mock-ups to illustrate processes and customer experiences.
- Workshop Facilitation: Lead Discovery and Design Workshops, ensuring all requirements are documented in the Feature Brief.
- Technical Alignment: Collaborate with Solution Leads to ensure tech design meets acceptance criteria and identifies cross-team dependencies.
- Final Feature Presentation: Present the final Feature Brief, gain partner alignment, gather approvals, and ensure all artifacts are stored in the feature repository.
- Communication & Escalation: Act as the primary contact for Operations, IT, and Support stakeholders in escalating issues and ensuring alignment.
- UAT & Readiness Support: Assist stakeholders, product teams, SMEs, and technology partners during UAT Testing and Business Readiness.
- Post-Production Support: Facilitate post-production discussions to address functional gaps and required remediation.
- Performance Measurement: Support stakeholders in measuring performance against expectations and adjusting strategies accordingly.
Qualifications/Experience Required
- Proven track record in CRM/ERP product and project management.
- 5+ years experience working in service-based franchise model (CertaPro experience a plus)
- Exceptional leadership and team-building abilities.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Superior communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
- Knowledge of agile methodologies is advantageous.
- Analytical Skills: Ability to utilize data and research to inform product decisions and measure success
- Technical Acumen: Solid understanding of the technology and user experience (UX) aspects of the product or products
Actionable Steps
- Conduct a comprehensive market analysis to identify potential gaps and opportunities in CRM/ERP solutions.
- Facilitate workshops to gather actionable insights.
- Develop a strategic roadmap for product development that aligns with the company’s objectives.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement within your team.
- Engage with stakeholders regularly to refine feature requirements and documentation.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package including health benefits, 401(k), long-term disability coverage and HSA; exact compensation may vary based on several job-related factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to experience, education, business needs and market demands
- Leadership and skill development opportunities
- Equity opportunities
- A collaborative, supportive work environment
Location and Travel:
- This position can be remotely based.
- This position requires travel to the Corporate Headquarters located in Audubon, PA as well as other areas of North America to participate in meetings and attend trainings.
Hybrid Remote Work Policy:
Employees who live within a 50-mile radius of CertaPro’s Audubon, PA headquarters are subject to the Hybrid Remote Work Policy, which requires them to work from CertaPro’s headquarters every Monday and at least one additional day per week chosen by the employee. Employees subject to the Hybrid Remote Work Policy are also expected to work at CertaPro’s headquarters on days when there is a Meet the Team event for prospective franchise owners scheduled.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
CertaPro Painters, Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. In order to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, employment decisions at CertaPro will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. CertaPro prohibits discrimination and harassment based on an individual’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, provincial, or local laws.
To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to [email protected]
Each CertaPro Painters® business is independently owned and operated.
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We collect several types of information from and about users of the Website.
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Changes to This Privacy Policy
From time to time, we may change this Privacy Policy to accommodate new technologies, industry practices, regulatory requirements or for other purposes. You are advised to check this privacy policy regularly, as continued use is deemed to be approval of and consent to all such changes.
Comments and Questions
If you have a comment or question about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [email protected].
Last Modified: August 9, 2017
CertaPro Painters® Website Terms of Use
Welcome to the website (the “Website”) of CertaPro Painters® (“CertaPro®” or “we”, “us” or “our”). The following terms and conditions (the “Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Website.
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Please read these Terms carefully before use of the Website. Your use of the Website will be deemed to be your acceptance of these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, do not use the Website.
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Delays and Accessibility
The Website may be subject to limitations, delays, failures or other problems associated with the use of the Internet and electronic communications. From time to time, we may restrict access to all or some parts of the Website. CertaPro® is not liable if the Website is unavailable at any time for any reason.
Changes to Terms
From time to time, we may change these Terms to accommodate new technologies, industry practices, regulatory requirements or for other purposes in our sole discretion. You are advised to check the Terms regularly, as continued use is deemed to be approval of and consent to all such changes.
Changes to Website
We may update the content on the Website from time to time, but its content is not necessarily complete or up-to-date. The materials and services at the Website may be out of date, and CertaPro makes no commitment to update the materials and services at this Website.
Entire Agreement
These Terms and the Privacy Policy constitute the entire integrated agreement between you and CertaPro® with respect to the Website and supersede all prior understandings, agreements, representations and warranties, both written and oral, with respect to the Website.
Comments and Questions
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Last Modified: August 9, 2017
