JOB SUMMARY
 
Responsible for developing, planning and managing features within growing and mature products. Lead both the technology as well as the business change required, while ensuring that day-to-day issues are corrected promptly and thoroughly. Consult with product sponsors, participants, stakeholders and customers to review product proposals including goals, time frames, and funding limitations. Ensure that product goals are accomplished and in line with business objectives. Develop and manage product budgets. Responsible for coordinating with non-organic technical squads across multiple time zones in the design and technology organizations as well as third-party vendors.
 
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
 
Responsible for all aspects of the strategy and performance of assigned products. Act as a single point of contact for assigned products.
 
Coordinate all activities with, and report regularly to organizational leadership.
 
Coordinate with teams of individuals from both the business side and technology, as well as outside vendors.
 
Define resources needed to accomplish product goals and develop a strategy to acquire them..
 
Use appropriate product management tools, processes, and procedures.
 
Manage the product budget, putting in place financial disciplines and ensuring their execution to meet or beat budget.
 
Manage the overall vendor relationship, coordinate product improvements, and ensure their delivery. Coordinate with contracting to ensure equitable terms well prior to enhancements or renewals.
 
Responsible for coordinating delivery of all technology components (applications, interfaces, data center and network).
Responsible for developing and managing reporting requirements for organization and field leadership.
 
Use outstanding influence leadership skills, work closely with other product leaders to ensure all technology is delivered on time and according to acceptance criteria.
 
 
QUALIFICATIONS
 
Minimum Requirements
 
Bachelor’s degree in related field or the equivalent through a combination of education and work experience.
 
Five (5) years of relevant experience
 
IT, business, and/or consulting experience
 
Product management experience to include experience leading large client-facing products that involve significant business and technology change.
 
Experience leading teams in a matrix management environment with demonstrated record of establishing priorities and meeting deadlines.
 
Ability to be an effective leader in a fast-paced cyclical environment.
 
Knowledge of business case development including OKRs, cost/benefit analysis, and current and future state assessment.
 
Strong presentation (written and oral) skills necessary to communicate and persuade a wide range of audiences.
 
Preferred Qualifications
 
MBA
Experience developing and negotiating partnerships with external vendor/ suppliers. 
Tax or financial background
Advanced supervisory skills with the ability to oversee tasks delegated to subordinates.
 
Experience in Big 5/6 consulting environment
 
Familiarity with compliance (regulatory, SOX, etc.) and governance issues.