Technology Research Manager jobs in Spokane, WA

Required Experience & Skills:

This position requires a minimum of 5 years of technology partner management.

• Experience with cellular communications technologies and cellular providers is required.
• Experience with deployment of telecommunications, wireless or other networks and products and/or enterprise scale software systems is desired.
• Working knowledge of the utility industry and metering network communications is desired.
• Ability to independently learn and develop associated knowledge and skills.
• Demonstrated leadership, analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize and manage multiple tasks and concurrent projects. 
• Demonstrated strong collaboration skills and team player, cross-functional contributor and leader.
• Strong written and verbal communication and executive presentation skills with the ability to represent the Partner Management team across the company.
• Strong listening skills with the ability to identify basic issues and manage mitigation activities.
• Demonstrated selling skills is a benefit.
• Ability to ramp effectively and take ownership during ambiguous and time sensitive situations.
• Familiarity with products like Teams, Viva Engage, Sharepoint and Salesforce.

Education: Bachelor's degree in a related technical field is preferred.  Advanced degree an asset, MBA preferred. Equivalent experience will be considered.

Certifications: PMP preferred

Travel: less than 20% travel is expected

Physical Demands: This is a typical office job, with no special physical requirements or unusual work environment.

Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences don't perfectly align with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. In the end, you may be just who we are looking for!

The successful candidate's starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience. Liberty Lake, WA: The base salary is $125,000 - $215,000. This position also includes a competitive benefit package including; financial, social, health and wellbeing programs, paid vacation, 401k matching, employee stock purchase program, hybrid work schedule, and more! This position is eligible for our annual bonus program. This position is eligible for our annual equity grant program.

Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email Accessibility@itron.com.

Itron enables utilities and cities to safely, securely and reliably deliver critical infrastructure solutions. We provide smart networks, software, services, meters, and sensors to better manage electricity, gas, water and city services. We are dedicated to creating a more resourceful world.

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