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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Agile Program Lead - Energy - **Company:** Publicis Groupe - **Location:** Houston, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Algorithmic Trading, Cloud Computing, Decision Support Systems, DevOps, Scrum Methodology, Web Platforms, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Data Management, Legacy Systems - **Published:** July 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=4e8a898fe7135f23 ## About the Role * Proven experience leading large, complex digital or technology programs within a consulting or professional services environment * Strong client leadership capabilities, with experience managing senior stakeholders and owning executive-level relationships * Demonstrated ability to manage commercials, financials, and delivery performance within large engagements * Deep experience with Agile, Scrum, and hybrid delivery models in enterprise environments * Ability to influence without authority and lead cross-functional teams across global delivery models * Experience contributing to sales pursuits, proposals, and solution shaping * Familiarity with digital technologies including cloud, data platforms, AI, and modern engineering practices Set Yourself Apart With * Prior experience working within Energy, Utilities, or Commodities trading environments * Exposure to ETRM/CTRM platforms, energy trading systems, or large-scale asset/operations transformation * Experience leading multi-million-dollar transformation programs with distributed teams * Consulting background with a focus on industry-led transformation * Relevant certifications (Scrum, SAFe, or product management) ## Description As an Agile Program Lead at Publicis Sapient, you will partner with senior client stakeholders within the Energy & Commodities sector to deliver large-scale digital business and technology transformation initiatives. You will lead complex programs end-to-end, owning both delivery excellence and commercial performance while acting as a trusted advisor to C-suite leaders navigating industry disruption. You will operate at the intersection of strategy, technology, and execution, guiding cross-functional, globally distributed teams to deliver measurable business outcomes across trading, operations, customer experience, and digital platforms. Your Impact You will drive both Program Delivery and Client Engagement success, including: * Leading the end-to-end delivery of large-scale digital transformation programs, ensuring alignment to client business objectives and measurable outcomes * Building and maintaining trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, acting as a strategic partner across Energy & Commodities clients * Defining and implementing optimal team structures (roles, capabilities, governance) to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions * Driving business value through the delivery of digital platforms, including cloud, data & analytics, trading systems, and customer experience solutions * Managing program financials including revenue, margin, burn rate, and forecasting to ensure account health and profitability * Leading program planning, risk management, and dependency tracking across multiple workstreams to ensure predictable delivery * Advising clients on modern delivery methodologies (Agile, hybrid, product-centric models) and enabling lasting changes to ways of working * Supporting business development activities, including shaping proposals, defining delivery models, and contributing to go-to-market strategies Energy & Commodities Industry Focus * Bring deep understanding of Energy & Commodities markets, including areas such as trading & risk management (ETRM/CTRM), upstream/downstream operations, utilities modernization, or renewable energy transition * Advise clients on digital transformation opportunities across trading platforms, asset optimization, supply chain, and sustainability initiatives * Translate industry trends (e.g., energy transition, decarbonization, volatility in commodity markets) into actionable technology and business solutions * Partner with clients to modernize legacy systems and enable data-driven decision making in complex, highly regulated environments Your Impact You will drive both Program Delivery and Client Engagement success, including: * Leading the end-to-end delivery of large-scale digital transformation programs, ensuring alignment to client business objectives and measurable outcomes * Building and maintaining trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, acting as a strategic partner across Energy & Commodities clients * Defining and implementing optimal team structures (roles, capabilities, governance) to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions * Driving business value through the delivery of digital platforms, including cloud, data & analytics, trading systems, and customer experience solutions * Managing program financials including revenue, margin, burn rate, and forecasting to ensure account health and profitability * Leading program planning, risk management, and dependency tracking across multiple workstreams to ensure predictable delivery * Advising clients on modern delivery methodologies (Agile, hybrid, product-centric models) and enabling lasting changes to ways of working * Supporting business development activities, including shaping proposals, defining delivery models, and contributing to go-to-market strategies Energy & Commodities Industry Focus * Bring deep understanding of Energy & Commodities markets, including areas such as trading & risk management (ETRM/CTRM), upstream/downstream operations, utilities modernization, or renewable energy transition * Advise clients on digital transformation opportunities across trading platforms, asset optimization, supply chain, and sustainability initiatives * Translate industry trends (e.g., energy transition, decarbonization, volatility in commodity markets) into actionable technology and business solutions * Partner with clients to modernize legacy systems and enable data-driven decision making in complex, highly regulated environments, This role is ideal for a leader who thrives in client-facing, high-impact environments, combining: * Strategic thinking (industry + transformation) * Operational excellence (program delivery) * Commercial ownership (engagement leadership) ## Related Videos - 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