Dynamics 365 Product Owner

Platform Strategy and Roadmap:

Develop and own the strategic vision and roadmap for the Dynamics 365 platform, aligning with business objectives and priorities. Define and prioritise initiatives, enhancements, and investments to continuously improve the platforms capabilities and performance. Execute and deliver on the roadmap, ensuring timely implementation of planned initiatives and alignment with business needs.

Team Leadership and Management:

Lead and manage multiple teams consisting of functional consultants, developers, architects, and other stakeholders. Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to team members, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture. Working with people leads, implement strategies for talent retention and career development to ensure a motivated and engaged workforce. Lead recruitment efforts to attract top talent, conduct interviews, and make hiring decisions to build and strengthen the platform team.

Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship Management:

Engage with key stakeholders across Marketing, Sales, Finance, and other departments to understand business requirements, gather feedback, and communicate platform updates. Build strong relationships with executive sponsors, business leaders, and end-users to ensure alignment and buy-in for platform initiatives

Vendor Management and Budget Oversight:

Manage relationships with third-party vendors, consultants, and service providers involved in implementing, customising, and supporting Dynamics 365 applications. Monitor and control the budget and costs associated with the Dynamics 365 platform, ensuring efficient utilisation of resources and adherence to financial constraints.

Governance and Compliance:

Establish and enforce governance frameworks, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, security standards, and best practices. Implement mechanisms for monitoring and managing platform performance, scalability, and availability, proactively addressing any issues or risks. Represent the platform team in group-wide governance processes and strategic planning/budgeting efforts.