Product Owner

Description

Company Overview

TradePending makes software for car dealerships. We’ve been doing it since 2014, and count over 6,000 dealerships as customers. Related to this position, our Support team has been honored with three Stevie Awards for outstanding customer service.

Working at TradePending

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. Our dedicated team is not only passionate about their work but also knows how to have fun. While you'll face exciting challenges and work hard, our positions come with great benefits and fulfillment for those who excel. If you bring your best self to the table, we promise to do the same.

Job Summary

We are looking for a Product Owner to play a pivotal role in our Product department. You will guide product development from concept to launch working in an Agile environment. Your role will involve close collaboration with cross-functional teams to align product vision with customer needs and company goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Backlog Management: Develop, groom and maintain the team backlog with clear documentation and articulation of product features and user stories. Prioritize backlog items based on customer value, market insights and strategic objectives.
• Agile Framework Adherence: Actively participate in Agile ceremonies, including Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Sprint Reviews and Retrospectives. Collaborate with Scrum Masters, development teams and stakeholders to ensure a cohesive product strategy.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the primary liaison between the development team and stakeholders. Communicate product vision, goals and progress to internal teams and external clients. Incorporate stakeholder feedback into product development.
• Team Leadership: Guide and mentor team members on adoption and adherence of Agile framework. Promote an environment of Agile best practices and continuous improvement.
• Market and Customer Insight: Analyze market trends, customer feedback and competitive landscape to inform product decisions. Ensure our solutions meet industry standards and customer expectations.
• Quality Assurance: Collaborate with QA teams to ensure product features meet quality standards and provide customer value.
• User Acceptance: Own the planning and execution of User Acceptance Testing (UAT) as part of release management.
• Release Notes: Own the documentation and distribution of internal product release notes and ensure that they are accurate and complete.
• Strategic Planning: Contribute to product roadmaps, aligning with the company's long-term goals and market opportunities.
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in a product owner role.
• Strong understanding and experience working in an Agile environment.
• Excellent leadership, communication and collaboration skills.
• Proven ability in managing product backlogs and task prioritization.
• Experience in stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with a customer-focused mindset.
• Automotive industry experience is not required, but considered a plus.