About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and driven Salesforce Administration Manager to join our Enterprise Business Systems team. This role combines hands-on Salesforce administration expertise with team leadership responsibilities, driving the optimization of our CRM and enterprise systems to support business growth. As a working manager, you will lead a team of onshore and offshore admins, while playing an integral role in implementing best practices, enhancing system efficiencies, and supporting key business initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
· Lead Salesforce Optimization: Drive the enhancement of Salesforce to align with business objectives and implement best practices for improved efficiency and usability.
· Hands-On Leadership: Actively engage in day-to-day administration tasks while mentoring and managing a high-performing team of Salesforce admins.
· Stakeholder Collaboration: Act as a liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams, translating business needs into scalable Salesforce solutions.
· Team Management: Manage onshore and offshore team members, ensuring effective communication, alignment on goals, and collaborative execution.
· Support Strategic Initiatives: Play a critical role in supporting go-to-market strategies and lead-to-cash processes through Salesforce capabilities.
· Stay Ahead of Trends: Stay informed about Salesforce updates, new features, and industry trends, identifying opportunities for system improvements.
· Implement New Capabilities: Lead the rollout of new Salesforce modules and integrations, ensuring smooth adoption and measurable impact.
· Systems Integration & Support: Oversee the integration of Salesforce with legacy CRM systems and other enterprise platforms.
· Optimize Processes: Provide recommendations for system health checks, process optimizations, and adherence to industry best practices.
· Evaluate Tools: Participate in RFPs and tool evaluations to ensure the tech stack meets organizational needs.
Qualifications
· Experience: 5+years of hands-on Salesforce administration, including implementation, configuration, and optimization.
· Expertise: Proven experience with Sales, Service, Knowledge modules, and integrations with enterprise systems
· Leadership: Demonstrated ability to manage and mentor teams across geographies, fostering collaboration and professional growth.
· Responsiveness: Strong commitment to addressing end-user issues with urgency and professionalism.
· Technical Skills:
o Proficiency in Salesforce automation tools (Flows, APEX, etc.).
o Strong knowledge of permission sets, role hierarchies, license management, and user lifecycle management.
o Familiarity with release management tools (e.g., Gearset, OwnBackup) and data integration tools (e.g., Data Loader, ETL tools).
· Problem Solving: Skilled in triaging and resolving user-submitted issues with attention to detail and root-cause analysis.
· Data Management: Expertise in managing Salesforce data quality, implementing validation rules, and automation for cleaner data governance.
Why Join Us?
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced, innovative environment where Salesforce plays a pivotal role in driving business success. You'll have the chance to lead impactful projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and make a meaningful difference in our CRM strategy.