Posted 2 days ago
Lead Product Manager
@ Open Text Corporation
Waterloo, Ontario
Overview
OpenText is hiring a Senior Program Manager, Market Readiness & Growth Programs, to act as the strategic link between Professional Services and commercial teams such as Sales, Product Marketing and Sales Enablement. The role translates sales and product priorities into growth programs, go-to-market plans and portfolio recommendations, and leads cross-functional initiatives without direct authority. The posting states a salary range of $118,000 to $168,000 and mentions variable and commission compensation for eligible roles.
Responsibilities:
- Translate sales and product priorities into Professional Services actions
- Lead cross-functional growth programs and governance
- Develop go-to-market and enablement plans
- Convert field insights into portfolio recommendations
- Present business cases to executive audiences
Requirements summary:
- 10+ years in enterprise software or professional services
- Experience leading complex initiatives with executive visibility
- Strong understanding of enterprise software sales motions
- Analytical and commercially minded
- Professional Services business model experience preferred
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-04
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Business operations |
| Experience | 10+ years |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Performance bonus |
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Open Text Corporation
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Information Reimagined
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OpenText is a leading Cloud and AI company that provides organizations around the world with a comprehensive suite of Business AI, Business Clouds, and Business Technology. We help organizations grow, innovate, become more efficient and effective, and do so in a trusted and secure way—through Information Management. OpenText (NASDAQ/TSX: OTEX), founded in 1991 in Waterloo, has a rich history of helping customers manage their most important asset—information. Originating from a collaboration to digitize the Oxford English Dictionary, OpenText has grown into a global leader in information management. With over 120,000 enterprise customers across 180 countries, OpenText supports 98 of the top 100 global companies. A wide breadth of offerings uniquely positions OpenText to help customers unlock the value of that information using Al, cloud, and security innovations. At OpenText, our culture is at the heart of everything we do—and today, that includes being proudly AI-first. We’re creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, with artificial intelligence integrated into how we work, solve problems, and innovate together. By fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment, we empower digital knowledge workers and drive forward-thinking solutions that shape the future of information management. We believe our success comes from the strength of our team—talent that AI can’t replace—and we’re committed to attracting and supporting those who bring unique insight, adaptability, and creativity. Because at OpenText, people aren’t just our greatest asset—they’re the reason we shine in an AI-powered world. Join us at OpenText and become part of a team where your talents and ideas are truly valued.
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- 275 Frank Tompa Drive, Waterloo, ON N2L 0A1, CA
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- Business categories
- Operating Systems
- Information Technology
- Cyber Security
- Linux
- Data Center
- Content
- Data Management
- Software
- Ediscovery
- Information Services
- Network Security
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Other recorded names
- Open Text Software SLU, Secursal
- Open Text (Philippines), Inc.
- Open Text Middle East
- Open Text Saudi Arabia LLC
- Open Text Corporation
- Open Text Sp. z.o.o.
- Open Text Software GmbH
- Open Text South Africa Pty Ltd
- Open Text Bulgaria EOOD
- Open Text UK Limited
- Micro Focus Software Solutions Canada Co.
- Open Text Software Tech SDN BHD
- Open Text (Asia) Pte Ltd
- Micro Focus Software Pte. Ltd.
- Open Text Tech da Informacao Ltda
- Open Text Technologies India Pvt Ltd
- Open Text Corporation India Pvt Ltd
- Micro Focus France SAS
- Open Text Belux Branch
- Open Text Pty Limited
- Open Text Ireland Limited
- Open Text Software S.L.U.
- Open Text Oy
- Open Text US LLC
- Open Text Korea Co., Ltd
- Open Text S.r.l.
- Micro Focus Deutschland GmbH
- Open Text Software Austria GmbH
- Open Text Cooperatief U.A.
- Open Text Inc.
- Open Text S. de R.L. de C.V.
- Open Text K.K.
- Open Text s.r.o.
- Open Text SARL
- Open Text A/S
- Open Text AG
- Open Text AB
- OpenText Middle East and North Africa Regional Headquarters
- OpenText
- GXS India Technology Centre Pvt Ltd
- GXS Limited
- Specialties
- Information Management
- Enterprise Content Management (ECM)
- Content Services
- Digital Experience (DX)
- Customer Experience Management (CEM)
- Customer Communications Management (CCM)
- Information Exchange
- IoT
- Information Security
- Developers
- Partners
- LegalTech
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Cyber Security
- Data Center
- Data Management
- Information Services
- Information Technology
- Network Security
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- Reported total investment
- 1,100,000,000
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
OpenText is a leading Cloud and AI company that provides organizations around the world with a comprehensive suite of Business AI, Business Clouds, and Business Technology. We help organizations grow, innovate, become more efficient and effective, and do so in a trusted and secure way—through Information Management. OpenText (NASDAQ/TSX: OTEX), founded in 1991 in Waterloo, has a rich history of helping customers…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Software Development |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Waterloo, ON |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 1991 |
| Specialties | Information ManagementEnterprise Content Management (ECM)Content ServicesDigital Experience (DX)Customer Experience Management (CEM)Customer Communications Management (CCM)Information ExchangeIoTInformation SecurityDevelopers |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 117 |
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OPENTEXT - THE INFORMATION COMPANY
OpenText is a global leader in information management, where innovation, creativity, and collaboration are the key components of our corporate culture. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to partner with the most highly regarded companies in the world, tackle complex issues, and contribute to projects that shape the future of digital transformation.
AI-First. Future-Driven. Human-Centered.
At OpenText, AI is at the heart of everything we do—powering innovation, transforming work, and empowering digital knowledge workers. We are hiring talent AI can't replace to help us shape the future of information management. Join us.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Senior Program Manager, Market Readiness & Growth Programs, serves as the strategic interface between Professional Services and key commercial stakeholder groups across OpenText, including Business Unit Specialist Sales, Professional Services Business Unit Leads, Product Marketing, Sales Enablement, and Sales Leadership. This role ensures Professional Services is aligned to evolving product growth strategies, sales motions, market priorities, and strategic account initiatives by translating those signals into actionable growth programs, go-to-market plans, enablement strategies, commercialization activities, and portfolio recommendations.
Success requires exceptional cross-functional leadership, commercial acumen, strategic thinking, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders across organizations that do not report into Professional Services. The individual will act as a central point of coordination, insight, and execution, helping ensure Professional Services participates in the right growth opportunities, develops the right market-facing assets, and invests in the right portfolio priorities.
YOU ARE GREAT AT
Strategic Market Alignment
- Translate evolving sales, product, and market priorities into clear actions for Professional Services.
- Build trusted relationships across BUSS, Business Unit Leads, Sales Leadership, Marketing, and Portfolio teams.
- Ensure PS investments, GTM motions, and enablement priorities align with OpenText growth objectives.
Growth Program Leadership
- Lead complex cross-functional initiatives that accelerate strategic growth priorities.
- Establish clear goals, governance, and success measures across diverse stakeholder groups.
- Drive alignment and execution without direct organizational authority.
Portfolio & Commercial Insight
- Identify market opportunities, capability gaps, and emerging customer needs.
- Convert field intelligence into actionable recommendations for Portfolio and Offer Development teams.
- Influence future services strategy through evidence-based business insights.
Executive Stakeholder Management
- Facilitate alignment among senior leaders with competing priorities.
- Present concise recommendations and business cases to executive audiences.
- Represent Professional Services in strategic planning, commercialization, and growth forums.
WHAT IT TAKES TO SUCCEED
- 10+ years of experience in enterprise software, professional services, product marketing, sales strategy, business development, program management, or related disciplines.
- Demonstrated success leading complex cross-functional initiatives with executive visibility.
- Strong understanding of enterprise software sales motions and go-to-market models.
- Experience working with sales organizations, product organizations, and executives.
- Strong business judgment and ability to connect market trends to commercial opportunities.
- Highly analytical and comfortable synthesizing large amounts of information into actionable recommendations.
- Familiarity with Professional Services business models and software commercialization strategies preferred.
Strategic Alignment
- Professional Services participation in priority corporate growth programs.
- Alignment of PS GTM activities with organizational growth priorities.
Market Readiness
- Readiness of Professional Services organizations to support major growth initiatives and launches.
- Reduction in time from growth initiative identification to enablement execution.
Business Outcomes
- Support for growth initiatives that contribute to Professional Services pipeline and revenue objectives.
- Increased effectiveness of strategic growth programs.
WHY JOIN OPENTEXT
This is a high-impact strategic role operating at the intersection of Professional Services, Sales, Product, and Marketing. You will help shape how OpenText Professional Services aligns to company growth priorities, influences commercialization strategy, and delivers market-ready solutions that drive business outcomes for customers and shareholders.
ONE LAST THING
OpenText is more than just a corporation, it's a global community where trust is foundational, the bar is raised, and outcomes are owned. Join us and consult our global clients on their journey into the cloud.
OpenText's commitment to diversity and inclusion surpasses legal requirements, evident in our Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy which promotes a respectful and empowering environment for employees of all backgrounds, culture, national origin, race, color, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, family status, age, veteran status, disability, religion, or other basis protected by applicable laws.
If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please submit a ticket at Ask HR. Our proactive approach fosters collaboration, innovation, and personal growth, enriching OpenText's vibrant workplace.
Compensation: At OpenText, we offer a thoughtfully designed benefits package that supports your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. As you move through the hiring process, we’re happy to provide more details about our compensation programs, including variable and commission compensation opportunities for eligible roles, vacation entitlement, and paid time off.
Salary Range: $118,000 - $168,000; Depending on the candidate’s education, experience, skills, geographical location, and alignment with internal equity and external market, actual salary may vary and be higher or lower than the range posted.
AI Usage Disclosure: As part of our commitment to transparency, we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in various stages of our recruitment process, including resume screening, candidate matching, interview scheduling, and communications. These tools are designed to improve efficiency, reduce bias, and enhance candidate experience. All decisions regarding hiring are made by qualified human professionals, and we continuously monitor our AI systems to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable regulations.
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