Zendesk Product Owner - Configuration Administrator
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Zendesk Product Owner - Configuration Administrator based in the United States.
This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of a critical customer operations platform and shape how teams leverage technology to improve efficiency and service delivery.
You will lead the configuration, optimization, and enterprise rollout of Zendesk, transforming business needs into scalable solutions.
The position combines product ownership, system administration, workflow design, and stakeholder collaboration.
You will partner with cross-functional teams to enhance operational processes, improve user experiences, and maximize platform value.
The ideal candidate is hands-on, analytical, and passionate about using automation and data-driven insights to drive meaningful improvements.
This remote opportunity provides the chance to influence a growing platform strategy while working with teams across a dynamic organization.
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Zendesk Product Owner - Configuration Administrator based in the United States.
This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of a critical customer operations platform and shape how teams leverage technology to improve efficiency and service delivery.
You will lead the configuration, optimization, and enterprise rollout of Zendesk, transforming business needs into scalable solutions.
The position combines product ownership, system administration, workflow design, and stakeholder collaboration.
You will partner with cross-functional teams to enhance operational processes, improve user experiences, and maximize platform value.
The ideal candidate is hands-on, analytical, and passionate about using automation and data-driven insights to drive meaningful improvements.
This remote opportunity provides the chance to influence a growing platform strategy while working with teams across a dynamic organization.
Accountabilities:
- Own the Zendesk product roadmap, from initial implementation and configuration through ongoing enhancements, prioritizing improvements aligned with business objectives.
- Configure and administer Zendesk features including fields, workflows, views, triggers, automations, dashboards, reporting, user roles, permissions, and data governance.
- Leverage AI capabilities and automation tools to improve ticket routing, streamline workflows, and enhance operational performance.
- Gather business requirements, translate operational needs into technical solutions, and manage the platform enhancement backlog.
- Identify opportunities to improve workflows, usability, reporting capabilities, and overall user experience.
- Collaborate with Claims, Client Services, Account Management, IT, and leadership teams to ensure platform alignment and stakeholder approval.
- Support a phased enterprise rollout, coordinating implementation activities, testing, integrations, and system updates.
- Manage vendor relationships, platform costs, and external support decisions related to Zendesk.
- Develop documentation, training materials, onboarding resources, and best practices to promote successful adoption.
- Provide ongoing user support, troubleshooting, and guidance as the internal Zendesk expert.
- Monitor system performance, maintain data integrity, and ensure platform governance standards are consistently followed.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, Technology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- 2–4+ years of experience in CRM administration, product ownership, or platform management.
- Hands-on experience configuring CRM platforms such as Zendesk, Salesforce Service Cloud, Freshdesk, HubSpot Service Hub, or similar solutions.
- Experience managing stakeholder requirements and translating business needs into system enhancements.
- Strong analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with Agile project management methodologies and tools such as Jira is preferred.
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with reporting or analytics.
- Familiarity with workflow automation tools and system integrations, including APIs or middleware solutions, is a plus.
- Experience supporting customer service operations, service desks, consumer-facing environments, healthcare, or regulated industries is preferred.
- CRM certifications such as Salesforce Administrator or similar credentials are an advantage.
- Competitive salary range of $65,000 - $80,000 USD annually.
- Potential eligibility for additional compensation, including bonuses and merit increases.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
- Paid time off (PTO) and disability leave.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Remote work flexibility with opportunities to contribute from anywhere in the United States.
The Zendesk Product Owner - Configuration Administrator will own the end-to-end management and evolution of the Zendesk platform, ensuring it supports business goals, operational efficiency, and long-term scalability. This role will act as the internal subject matter expert, partnering with stakeholders to design solutions, manage improvements, and enable teams through effective platform adoption.
Requirements:
The ideal candidate combines CRM administration experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to translate business requirements into effective technology solutions. Success in this role requires excellent communication, organization, and stakeholder management skills, along with a proactive approach to improving systems and processes.