What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Analyst/Senior Product Analyst position at Ashley Furniture Industries?
Ashley Furniture is the world's largest furniture manufacturer. Our talented engineers and designers travel globally to stay ahead of evolving trends, new materials, and emerging technologies.
Product Analyst/Senior Product Analyst - Compliance & Regulatory
This role bridges business and technology, driving Compliance & Regulatory product strategy and execution within the Compliance & Regulatory area.
Key Responsibilities:
- Demonstrate core company values in job functions.
- Manage product backlog, including prioritizing and refining user stories.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and document product requirements and user stories.
- Participate in sprint planning sessions to ensure team understanding of product goals and priorities.
- Assist in planning and conducting User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to ensure product features meet acceptance criteria.
- Communicate regularly with stakeholders to provide updates on product development and gather feedback.
- Maintain detailed documentation of product features, requirements, and changes.
- Work closely with delivery teams to ensure timely and successful product releases.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field; MBA is a plus.
- At least 2 years of experience in a product owner, product analyst, or similar role, preferably in enterprise software engineering and deep understanding of business operations in manufacturing industry.
Desirable Skills:
- Familiarity with US customs process and working with Government entities like the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
- Experience working with a legal department is highly beneficial.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
- Proven ability to translate business objectives into a structured product strategy.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Proficiency in product management tools (e.g., JIRA, Trello, Aha) and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum).
About Ashley Furniture
We're a family-oriented company that values problem-solving, innovation, and customer satisfaction. We offer a growth mindset, opportunities for professional development, and a range of benefits.
