Delivery Manager

Kforce is immediately seeking an experienced Delivery Manager in support of our enterprise telecommunications and mass media client based in Maryland Heights, MO. Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated Delivery Manager to join a delivery-focused team supporting a critical ordering function. This hybrid role is responsible for both owning the product backlog and managing the release lifecycle, ensuring seamless coordination across technical and business teams. This individual will play a key role in driving delivery, removing blockers, and ensuring successful releases from intake through production. Key Responsibilities: * Own and prioritize the product backlog to align with business needs * Coordinate and manage release activities from planning through post-production * Partner with development, testing, and business teams to ensure readiness and alignment * Remove blockers and proactively drive progress across workstreams * Manage intake requests and ensure proper documentation and approvals * Support release scheduling and governance processes * Build strong relationships with technical leads and stakeholders * Navigate organizational dynamics to ensure successful delivery outcomes* Experience as a Product Owner or strong demonstrated interest in product ownership * Hands-on experience working in agile environments with cross-functional teams * Strong expertise with work management and tracking tools, including advanced querying and reporting * Ability to manage competing priorities and drive execution in a fast-paced environment * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills What We're Looking For: * Confident, assertive professional who can effectively navigate team dynamics * Strong decision-making skills with the ability to balance when to challenge vs. align * Passion for product ownership and product management as a career path * Ability to build trust and influence across technical and business teams * Interest in and openness to emerging technologies and AI-driven solutions Preferred Qualifications: * Experience supporting ordering or transaction-based systems * Background in industries with complex service delivery models (e.g., telecommunications or similar) * Familiarity with release management processes and change governance * Product Owner certification or a clear plan to obtain one