Company Description
Appcast is the global leader in programmatic recruitment advertising technology and services. With advanced technology, unmatched market data and a team of the industry's best recruitment marketers, Appcast's technology and services manage job advertising annually for enterprise clients across industries. Headquartered in Lebanon, N.H. with offices in the U.S., Canada and Europe. Appcast is part of the Stepstone group, a leading digital recruitment platform that connects companies with the right talent and helps people find the right job.
Job Description
As the Principal Product Manager at Appcast, you will play a pivotal role in scaling our platform, mitigating fraud and defining the role of AI across our product portfolio. You will be responsible for the core platform governing our product, driving growth for niche products and leading AI integration by defining critical features and shaping the roadmap to achieve high-scale, high-performance to our customers and partners.
Job Responsibilities
Product Execution and Strategy
- Deliver some of the highest impact projects in the company focused on strategic initiatives
- Own, on a solo basis, a key project or key focus area for the company and delivering with little, to no, oversight
- Develop a product strategy and roadmap that aligns with market trends, organizational goals and customer needs
- Champion a customer-centric approach, leveraging user feedback to uncover unmet needs and validate new concepts
- Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify emerging trends and opportunities
- Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure product success
- Drive meaningful outcomes for the business by connecting product functionality to strategic objectives
- Identify when to slow or stop investment in areas with diminishing returns
Leadership and Management Support
Guide the team in producing clear, customer-focused requirements documents and product specificationsSupport team members in making tough trade-off decisions for successful launches and iterationsEnsure continuous improvement in product quality across the teamHelp team members identify and manage project stakeholdersBuild broad support for team projectsCollaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, and marketingStakeholder Management
Influence strategic decisions with senior leadershipAdvocate for prioritization and resourcing decisions across the organizationGarner senior leadership visibility and support for team progress and initiativesCollaborate with senior leadership to align product strategies with organizational goalsBalance diverse stakeholder needs effectively, including internal teams and external partnersEngage directly with key customers as a subject matter expert on product mattersRepresent the product and company in high-level customer meetings and industry eventsQualifications
Proven track record of delivering high-impact productsStrong leadership and mentoring skillsExcellent communication and stakeholder management abilitiesData-driven decision-making skillsDeep understanding of user experience design principlesStrategic thinking and vision-setting capabilitiesEducation and Experience
8-10 years in product management, with at least 3 years in a senior or principal role.Proven experience with paid / programmatic advertising and retargeting technologiesProven track record in scaling platforms, integrating AI features, and managing niche products.Bachelor's Degree : In Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field or equivalent work experience.A master's degree or MBA is preferred.Advanced Studies : Courses or certifications in AI, machine learning, data science, or product management.Travel Requirements
Travel for this position may include quarterly travel to attend internal and external meetings, however, this may vary based on business needs and opportunities.Supervisory Responsibilities
This position will directly manage employees in the Product team.Additional Information
Appcast recognized as one of Inc Magazine's "Best Workplaces" for 2024!
We're the best at what we do. We're the global leader in programmatic recruitment advertising. With advanced technology, unmatched market data and a team of the industry's best recruitment marketers.We have an amazing culture driven by great people. Headquartered in Lebanon, N.H. with offices in the U.S., Canada and Europe, Appcast is part of the Stepstone group. To better understand our company culture, read Our Story and check out Working at Appcast on our website.We take care of our employees. We're dedicated to creating an inviting environment where individuals from diverse backgrounds can thrive and develop. We believe in providing competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, ensuring our team can support their loved ones and one another. We enjoy fostering a sense of community through dedicated employee networks, fun gatherings, delicious food, and even welcoming furry friends into our workspace. We live our values each day including volunteering and giving back to our communities.All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Appcast is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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