Overview
OpenText is seeking a Vice President, Professional Services Delivery for the Middle East and Africa. The role will lead the implementation of OpenText software solutions in the Middle East and Africa, report to the SVP of Professional Services, and serve as an integral member of the senior leadership team.
As a front-facing role with customers, the VP will manage projects in the region, develop project management policies, handle customer escalations, integrate into the sales bid process, and perform revenue and margin forecasting. The position requires hands-on leadership, managing multiple projects and customers, guiding program managers, and advancing OpenText Professional Services practices.
OpenText is a global leader in information management, with a culture rooted in innovation, creativity, and collaboration. We focus on digital transformation and human-centered AI-driven solutions.
AI-First. Future-Driven. Human-Centered. At OpenText, AI powers innovation, transforms work, and empowers digital knowledge workers. We seek talent that AI cannot replace to help shape the future of information management.
Compensation and Location OpenText locations include Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and other regional offices as applicable. This role is based in the Middle East and Africa region and requires leadership of regional delivery teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for the delivery or revenue and margin target in Middle East and Africa
- Provide strategic vision and implementation of the project management for professional services in the Middle East and Africa Region
- Manage a team of Project Managers working on customer projects
- Main connection for practice leadership on staffing and delivering projects in the region
- Manage customer escalations on projects
- Forecast and take responsibility for revenue generation
- Manage external consultants for project management
- Ensure bid review and cost estimates for programs
Desired Outcomes
Ownership of the project management practice, revenue generated, and bid / scoping processImplement global thought leadership to improve practices and functions of PS deliveryDrive margin and efficiency, standardizing delivery and practicesEnhance communication with OpenText customers through the project processImprove awareness of troubled programs and proactively manage risk and communicationThis leader should possess the gravitas and presence to engage with customer escalations and executive-level contacts (VP–C level).
Ideal Experience
Experience delivering complex software professional services with a passion for results.
PMP certificationProven ability to plan, implement, and deliver software solutions to Fortune 500 companiesExperience managing complex requirements and customersLeadership and Organizational Skills
Experience organizing resources from both project management and technical personnelExperience Managing Complex Projects and Teams
10+ years of managing global and remote teams for professional services on enterprise software solutionsAbility to identify, retain, and grow talentRequirements negotiation skillsCritical Leadership Capabilities
Strategic Thinking
Project management, customer communication, and delivery-focused process improvementsLong-term perspective on transforming Professional Services as AI integrates with deliveryTranslate business goals into performance plans and align current activities with goalsThink beyond annual goalsCollaborating and Influencing
Invite and consider diverse opinionsEngage stakeholders to gain commitment and align perspectives with intentAdapt approach to audience and anticipate resistance, using appropriate influencing stylesResolve conflicts through discussion and mutual understandingMaintain regular stakeholder contactDriving Results
Work to achieve goals while overcoming obstacles and planning contingenciesDemonstrate urgency in reaching targetsEnsure quality standards and regular progress reviewsImplement corrective actions as needed to meet goalsOpenText’s Employment Equity and Diversity Policy supports an inclusive workplace. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability during the application process, please contact
Seniorities and Employment Type
Seniority level : ExecutiveEmployment type : Full-timeJob function : Consulting, Information Technology, and SalesIndustries : Software DevelopmentRiyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 23 hours ago
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