Wells Fargo

Senior Product Manager - Automation Operations Product Owner

Wells Fargo$87K — $140K *
Enterprise Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of Product Management experience or equivalent in work, training, military experience, or education.
  • Background in Product Management, Operations, Process Excellence, or Technology.
  • Experience managing application production support and operational backlogs.
  • Strong stakeholder management and executive communication skills.
  • Familiarity with Agile practices, Jira, ServiceNow, and operational governance.
  • Knowledge of automation solutions such as Power Apps, Power Automate, Alteryx, and UiPath.

Responsibilities

  • Lead product management initiatives and deliverables.
  • Conduct product analysis and market research.
  • Review marketing programs for new products and enhancements.
  • Resolve complex issues and lead teams to meet goals.
  • Ensure compliance with regulations and policies.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to achieve project goals.
  • Mentor team members and lead projects.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid time off
  • Disability benefits
  • Life insurance and critical illness insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Critical caregiving leave
  • Discounts and savings
  • Commuter benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Scholarships for dependent children
  • Adoption reimbursement
Full Job Description

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Product Manager in Chief Administrative Office (CAO) Operations Excellence. The following role is posted in the Chief Administrative Office (CAO) for the Operational Excellence Team.  Operations Excellence Maintenance & Enhancements (M&E) Team, a dedicated team focused on supporting, sustaining, monitoring, and optimizing our automation portfolio in production. This team will provide centralized ownership of maintenance and enhancements, production support, demand intake, operational governance, monitoring, and reporting across all Operations Excellence automations, regardless of technology or delivery team. Our Mission The M&E Team exists to ensure our automation solutions remain stable, compliant, efficient, and continue delivering value long after implementation. By centralizing operational ownership, we can improve reliability, accelerate enhancements, strengthen governance, and maximize the business value of our automation investments.


In this role, you will:

  • Lead or participate in product management initiatives and deliverables for product lines or services

  • Contribute to product analysis across applicable markets, conduct market research and market results-oriented analysis

  • Review and analyze marketing programs for new products or enhancements including identification of market segments, product positioning, product bundling, pricing and profitability

  • Resolve moderately complex issues and lead team to meet project goals, objectives and deliverables

  • Ensure programs adhere to compliance, privacy regulations and policies

  • Collaborate and consult with managers, analysts and project teams to ensure that goals are achieved

  • Lead projects, teams or serve as a mentor

  • Foster a strong agile discipline that inspires teams to continuously improve deliveryevidencedthrough key agility metrics

  • Build frameworks for complex decision making that enable effective debate and accelerate getting to the rightanswer

Required Qualifications:

  • 4+ years of Product Management experience, product development experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education


Desired Qualifications:

  • Product Management, Operations, Process Excellence, or Technology background.

  • Experience managing application production support and operational backlogs.

  • Strong stakeholder management and executive communication skills.

  • Experience with Agile, Jira, ServiceNow, and operational governance.

  • Knowledge of automation solutions (Power Apps, Power Automate, Alteryx, UiPath preferred)

  • Ability to synthesize multi-dimensional, complex, and interrelated concepts into clear, consumable, implications, actions, anddecisions

  • Demonstratedtrack recordof effective influencing and collaboration at all levels

  • Exceptionalproblem solvingabilities

  • Exceptional ability to translate complex business and operational concepts so they are clearly understood in support of sound decisions to meet businessobjectives

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills with ability to clearly communicateresults


Job Expectations:

  • Portfolio Operations Leadership

  • Own RTB intake, prioritization, and backlog management.

  • Manage maintenance, enhancement, production support, and operational work demand.

  • Facilitate governance and prioritization forums with business stakeholders.

  • Partner with LOB sponsors and technology teams to align operational priorities.

  • Production Support Management

  • Coordinate incident, problem, and service management activities.

  • Manage ServiceNow queues, SLA performance, and escalation processes.

  • Lead root cause analysis efforts and corrective action planning.

  • Ensure operational risks are documented and mitigated.

  • Product Ownership

  • Maintain automation inventory and operational roadmap.

  • Prioritize enhancements based on risk, value, and business impact.

  • Coordinate release schedules and change management activities.

  • Drive adoption of operational standards and controls.

Pay Range

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to demonstrated examples of prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities.

$87,000.00 - $140,000.00

Benefits

Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit  for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.

  • Health benefits
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid time off
  • Disability benefits
  • Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Critical caregiving leave
  • Discounts and savings
  • Commuter benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Scholarships for dependent children
  • Adoption reimbursement

Posting End Date:

11 Aug 2026

*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

About Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo Careers

Joining Wells Fargo means becoming part of a distinguished financial institution that has been a cornerstone of innovation and leadership in the banking industry. At Wells Fargo, we offer a plethora of job opportunities designed to empower your career growth and development in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Work You’ll Do

At Wells Fargo, you will be part of a team that values diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We are looking for professionals who are eager to drive innovation and lead with integrity. Our employees are our greatest asset, and we invest in their professional growth through comprehensive leadership and diversity training programs that are recognized industry-wide.

Explore a Multitude of Career Paths

Whether you're interested in a position in finance, IT, customer service, or management, Wells Fargo has career opportunities in various fields. Our team members benefit from job stability, competitive benefits, and a culture that values and rewards performance and dedication.

Internship Programs

Kickstart your career with a Wells Fargo internship. Our programs provide invaluable industry exposure, professional skills development, and networking opportunities that often lead to full-time employment offers. Interns at Wells Fargo work on real projects, solve actual challenges, and gain the mentorship of seasoned professionals.

Professional Growth and Development

We believe in nurturing the potential of our employees. Wells Fargo offers robust training programs and resources to help every team member excel in their current roles and prepare for future challenges. Growth at Wells Fargo is not just about climbing the career ladder but expanding your skills and expertise to add value to our team and customers.

Benefits and Rewards

Wells Fargo is committed to the well-being of our team members. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health care, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. Additionally, we provide unique perks like employee discounts, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement.

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Step into a role at Wells Fargo where your skills will be honed, your achievements recognized, and your career can flourish. We're not just filling positions; we're building leaders who are equipped to navigate the complexities of the financial world. Join Wells Fargo today and be part of a team that’s redefining the future of banking.
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