Team Lead, Systems Analysis - Commercial

About Working at Commerce 

Building a career here is more than just steps on a ladder. It’s about helping people find financial safety and success, helping businesses thrive, and making sure people and their money are taken care of. And our commitment doesn’t stop there. Our culture is about our people, the ones in our communities and the ones that work with us.  

Here, you’ll find opportunities to grow and learn, to connect with others, and build relationships with the people around you. You’ll have the space and resources to grow into the best version of yourself. Because our number one investment is you.

Creating an award-winning culture doesn't come easy. And after 160 years, we know Commerce Bank is only at its best when our people are. If this sounds interesting to you, keep reading and let’s talk. 

Compensation Range

Annual Salary: $93,000.00 - $109,000.00 (Amount based on relevant experience, skills, and competencies.)

About This Job

The main purpose of this job is to drive the strategy, roadmap, and execution of Digital Transformation initiatives supporting Commercial Banking.

Work Schedule

• Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Essential Functions

• Define and execute the Commercial Banking Technology strategy, roadmap, and transformation initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives, operational priorities, and customer needs

• Partner with line-of-business leaders and technology teams to establish priorities, evaluate opportunities, and drive strategic technology investments

• Lead governance, demand management, and portfolio prioritization processes to ensure resources and investments are focused on the highest-value initiatives

• Serve as a trusted advisor to business and technology stakeholders, providing strategic guidance, facilitating decision-making, and identifying opportunities to improve business performance

• Drive digital transformation and business process modernization efforts by designing future-state capabilities and promoting continuous improvement across Commercial Banking

• Facilitate presentations and strategy sessions to ensure alignment, transparency, and effective communication of key initiatives, risks, and outcomes

• Provide strategic oversight of technology delivery, including product backlogs, Agile execution, and project portfolios, ensuring successful achievement of business goals

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal partners and external vendors to support innovation, operational effectiveness, and successful project outcomes

• Oversee financial, contract, procurement, and vendor management activities to ensure compliance with organizational standards and budget objectives

• Oversee department workflow and effectively communicate decisions, priorities and relevant information to team members

• Provide guidance to team members on departmental projects/issues, coach and develop training plans, lead development conversations and answer day-to-day questions for team members

• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Strong knowledge of Agile delivery methodologies, product management, and project management practices, with the ability to develop work plans, manage priorities, obtain approvals, and successfully deliver strategic initiatives

• Knowledge of business analysis, process improvement, technology governance, and digital transformation principles

• Knowledge of Commercial Banking products, services, operations, and supporting technology platforms

• Proven ability to influence, advise, and build consensus with stakeholders at all levels of the organization, including leadership

• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex business challenges, leverage data and insights, and synthesize information from multiple sources into actionable recommendations and strategic direction

• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute technology strategies, roadmaps, and transformation initiatives that align organizational objectives and business priorities

• Ability to communicate complex concepts, lead discussions, resolve conflicts, and build alignment among executive management, business partners, technology teams, and external vendors

• Ability to develop and coach team members with proven ability to achieve results through collaboration and teamwork

• Self-starter with strong decision-making and problem-solving skills and the ability to effectively communicate and interact with all levels of the company, clearly expressing ideas and concepts, both verbally and in writing

• Ability to remain adaptable and resilient to all situations with an optimistic outlook and cast a positive shadow that is aligned with our culture and Core Values

• Advanced level proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams and Outlook 

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, IT, or equivalent combination of education and experience required

• 3+ years of process engineering required

• 1+ years of leadership experience required

• 2+ years leading or participating in a digital transformation projects preferred

 *Hybrid Schedule: In office 3 days per week  

***For individuals applying, assigned and/or hired to work in areas with pay transparency requirements, Commerce is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for some roles.  This compensation range is for the Team Lead, Systems Analysis - Commercial job and contemplates a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to location, skill sets, education, relevant experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable differentials (geographic, bilingual, or shift) that could be associated with the position or where it is filled. At Commerce, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each situation. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay is $93,000 to $109,000 annually.

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The candidate selected for this position may be eligible for the following employment benefits: employer sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and paid personal time. In addition, we offer career development, education assistance, and voluntary supplemental benefits.  Click here to learn more.

Location: 1000 Walnut St, Kansas City, Missouri 64106

Time Type:

Full time