Director, Product
About the role
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Product Management to play a key role in shaping the future of our product portfolio. In this hands-on role, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, marketing, and leadership, to drive the vision, strategy, and execution of innovative products that delight our customers and contribute to our business growth. As a Director, you will manage the product lifecycle from ideation to launch, ensuring alignment with company goals and market needs. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented product leader with a proven ability to deliver results, drive product innovation, and thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship by the Company.
Responsibilities
- Lead the ongoing success and development of one or more product areas, managing teams and multiple projects to ensure successful delivery across various initiatives.
- Balance priorities across teams and product managers, negotiating trade-offs with other leaders to optimize delivery and maximize impact.
- Monitor and maintain the quality and status of requirements across multiple projects, ensuring clarity, comprehensiveness, and alignment with business goals.
- Develop a test/learn roadmap, including setting goals, determining necessary tests, scheduling, running tests, and taking action based on results.
- Proactively identify opportunities for user research that will support longer-term product development and innovation.
- Lead and model data-driven decision-making, ensuring teams collaborate to analyze and understand how their data contributes to broader business and product growth.
- Create and communicate product roadmaps for one or more areas, ensuring alignment with customer needs, business strategy, and measurable results.
- Provide strong leadership and mentorship to product teams, setting clear expectations, and delivering consistent, actionable feedback.
- Regularly identify and hire high-performing product team members to strengthen the team's capabilities and drive continuous product excellence.
- Demonstrate behaviors consistent with the Company's Vision, Mission, and Values in all interactions with customers, co-workers, and suppliers.
- Adheres to all company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
Qualifications
- 12+ years of experience in product management or equivalent roles, including at least 3 years managing teams.
- Proven ability to balance and prioritize multiple product areas, projects, and teams to deliver impactful results on time.
- Strong experience in writing, reviewing, and ensuring comprehensive product requirements.
- Expertise in A/B testing, qualitative research, and data-driven decision-making.
- Ability to develop and communicate clear product roadmaps aligned with business strategy.
- Strong leadership, mentoring, and team-building skills with the ability to guide and inspire teams.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
- Bachelor's degree in business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
- Must meet company's requirements for employment.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling office equipment.
- Ability to use a computer monitor and read small text for extended periods.
- Occasional standing and walking within the office for meetings or collaboration.
- Lifting or carrying light objects such as laptops, office supplies, or documents (typically up to 10–15 lbs).
- Clear verbal communication for phone calls, virtual meetings, and in-person discussions.
- Ability to focus in an open office environment or while using noise-canceling devices.
- Occasional bending, reaching, or crouching to access filing cabinets or office storage.
- Minimal travel (if applicable) for training, meetings, or company events.
Pay
Base Salary: $158,000–$214,000, commensurate with experience, qualifications, and geographic location. This position is also eligible for an annual performance-based bonus, in accordance with the company's applicable incentive plan.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and 401k matching.
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