Transformation Lead

Job Description Responsibilities:Define, lead, and execute the transformation vision, ensuring alignment with the customer's overall business objectives and strategy.Establish and oversee the transformation office to support project delivery, governance, and ongoing transformation initiatives.Provide executive level thought leadership and guidance on transformation methodologies, industry best practices, and technology adoption.Act as the primary point of contact between the customer and the transformation team, ensuring transparency and alignment at all levels of engagement.Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of transformation projects, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.Establish clear metrics and KPIs to measure transformation progress and success.Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including C-level executives, functional leaders, and external partners.Communicate transformation goals, progress, and outcomes to executive teams and other relevant stakeholders regularly.Lead cross-functional teams in developing new capabilities, overcoming organizational challenges, and driving change.Champion change management processes to ensure smooth adoption of new technologies and ways of working.Drive the development of training and development initiatives to build required capabilities.Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to the transformation program, ensuring that initiatives are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.Set up robust governance structures to monitor progress and ensure accountability at all levels of the transformation process.Resolve roadblocks and manage conflicting priorities to ensure continuous progress.Stay ahead of emerging technologies and trends, advising on their relevance and application to the customer's transformation.Lead budget planning, resource allocation, and financial tracking for the transformation programMonitor and control transformation-related expenditures to ensure efficient use of resources and delivery within budget.Establish mechanisms for continuous feedback and performance monitoring to drive improvements and refinements in transformation initiatives.Implement post-transformation evaluations to assess the success of the transformation and identify areas for future focus. Our Ideal Candidate The person has 15+ years of experience in transformation management, business consulting, and technology strategy, with a strong project track record and demonstrated P&L contribution to sales and specific expertise in driving Microsoft technology stack based transformations. Bachelor's degree in business administration, Technology Management, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).This person is motivated to deliver high-quality work to drive customer satisfaction. They use their intellect, insight, and ability to build creative solutions with clients and colleagues while embracing a collaborative mindset. Key qualifications include:Exceptional leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organizationAbility to develop and execute long-term transformation strategies aligned with the organization's business goalsExpertise in managing organizational change and driving cultural shifts necessary for transformation successStrong customer orientation, decision making, problem solving, communication and presentation skillsSolid understanding of emerging technologies (e.g., AI/Generative AI, Cloud Computing, IoT, Automation) and their impact on business transformationProven experience leading large-scale digital transformation initiatives leveraging the Microsoft technology stack, including .NET, Azure, SharePoint, SQL Server, DevOps, Power Platform and related technologiesDeep experience in designing and architecting end-to-end solutions using the Microsoft technology stack, with the ability to align technical designs with business strategies and customer needsVery good collaboration skills and ability to interact with multi-cultural and multi-functional teams spread across geographiesStrong budgeting, resource management, and financial planning skills to ensure the transformation program's financial healthStrong executive presence and entrepreneurial spirit