Product Manager Specialist- Platform Modernization

Responsibilities

• Define product vision, strategy, and roadmaps for complex digital products and platform capabilities.
• Translate business objectives into product priorities and actionable plans.
• Collaborate with technology, operations, and business partners to deliver high-impact solutions.
• Led product lifecycle activities, including discovery, prioritization, roadmap planning, and execution.
• Utilize customer, business, and market insights to inform product decisions.
• Drive alignment across cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Partner with engineering teams to support the development of scalable and modern technology solutions.
• Explore opportunities to leverage emerging technologies, including AI, to improve user experiences and business outcomes.
• Continuously evaluate product performance and identify opportunities for optimization and growth.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience required. Graduate degree preferred.
• Minimum of five years related work experience. Two years of leading large cross-functional teams on major organizational projects preferred.
• Ability to define strategy and communicate vision across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Experience working in highly collaborative, cross-functional environments.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Strong communication and relationship management skills.
• Experience partnering with technology teams throughout the product development lifecycle.

Special Factors

We'd Love to See:

• Experience with platform modernization, digital transformation, or large-scale business initiatives.
• Familiarity with APIs, microservices, cloud-based technologies, or modern application architectures.
• Exposure to AI-enabled products, processes, or business solutions.
• Demonstrated curiosity, adaptability, and commitment to continuous learning.

About Vanguard

Vanguard is a mission-driven company committed to the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. We lead through innovative products and services that transform lives and foster a culture of continuous learning and collaboration.