We're looking for problem solvers, innovators, and dreamers who are searching for anything but business as usual. Like us, you're a high performer who's an expert at your craft, constantly challenging the status quo. You value inclusivity and want to join a culture that empowers you to show up as your authentic self. You know that success hinges on commitment, that our differences make us stronger, and that the finish line is always sweeter when the whole team crosses together.
Why work for just any analytics company? At Alteryx, Inc., we are explorers, dreamers and innovators. We're on a journey to build the best analytics platform in the world, but we can't do it without people like you, leading the way. Forget the stereotypical tech companies of the past. Embrace the unconventional, exercise your imagination and help alter the future with Alteryx.
The Certification Sr. Manager is a leader role that focuses on driving innovation to scale Alteryx certification portfolio. This person will set the overall vision of the program as well as taking direct ownership of managing the portfolio. The person would help drive the strategy, engagement, and execution to grow existing customer along with building new credentials aligning with Alteryx portfolio and growth strategy. The role will focus on running the program in delivering measurable results, including increased innovation in implementing the certification framework.
As the Senior Manager for Certification Programs, you will be working across products, customer success, and Subject Matter Experts, to build an ongoing best-in-class certification programs across the enterprise. They will manage the teams' processes, communications, and strategy for the business and along with the team taking responsibility to facilitate certification exams design, development, and delivery. You will be responsible for providing proactive and strategic, longer-term planning on processes, vendors, tools and/ or infrastructure, for the existing and new programs.
What you will do:
• Develop and execute the overall certification strategy, roadmap, timelines, and other processes to ensure meaningful growth in credentialing portfolio
• Identify, document, and develop mitigation plans for risks throughout and consistently work with stakeholders to optimize certification processes for future cycles
• Design and optimize processes to improve efficiencies and develop a communication strategy to ensure successful implementation of certifications across different products and business units
• Monitor and track the day-to-day development activities of the certification team including vendors required to deliver a great product on time
• Deliver clear, succinct dashboards for all organizational stakeholders, focusing on key certification metrics and milestones
• Manage the certification team to ensure consistent practices, reports, including the development of templates, webinars, workshops, and briefings to the leadership team
• Plan and manage exam development activities subject matter expert recruitment Job task analysis, exam blueprints, and item writing workshops
• Plan and manage events and marketing needs for each certification at all employees, partner, and customer events
• Build strong relationships with both internal stakeholders and third-party vendors involved in certifications programs
• Approximately 25% travel
Required Skills:

• 10+ years of certification management experience
• Strong customer orientation, driven to deliver quality experiences to stakeholders and customers
• Strong ability and passion for building consensus among numerous stakeholders
• Exceptional organizational and planning skills
• Excellent leadership and proven people skills, able to remain professional under pressure and tight deadlines

Valued Skills:

• Bonus points for any of the following: Alteryx Designer Advanced certification, experience with geospatial analysis, analytics automation, or Alteryx Server.

Compensation:
Alteryx is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. This position is remote-friendly and, as such, compensation will ultimately be in line with the location in which the position is filled. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate's relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. This role is eligible for variable compensation including bonus and stock grants.
Find yourself checking a lot of these boxes but doubting whether you should apply? At Alteryx, we support a growth mindset for our associates through all stages of their careers. If you meet some of the requirements and you share our values, we encourage you to apply. As part of our ongoing commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, we're invested in building teams with a wide variety of backgrounds, identities, and experiences.
Benefits & Perks:
Alteryx has amazing benefits for all Associates which can be viewed here.