Senior Product Manager

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Senior Product Manager to join our team on a long-term contract basis. This role is based in Ankeny, Iowa, and focuses on driving product strategy, development, and execution to meet business goals. As a key player in this position, you will lead efforts to analyze market trends, collaborate with stakeholders, and define product roadmaps that align with customer needs and organizational objectives.

Responsibilities :

• Develop and maintain strategic product roadmaps that align with customer requirements, business goals, and technical feasibility.
• Conduct comprehensive market research and competitive analysis to identify trends and opportunities for product innovation.
• Engage directly with end users to gather insights on desirable features and functionalities, ensuring product enhancements meet real-world needs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including development, marketing, and sales, to ensure successful product implementation.
• Prioritize product features and initiatives based on impact and urgency, balancing customer needs with organizational objectives.
• Monitor product performance and gather feedback to refine and optimize future development cycles.
• Present product strategies, roadmaps, and updates to stakeholders, ensuring alignment with business priorities.
• Utilize strong business acumen to make informed decisions regarding budgeting, ROI, and resource allocation.
• Advocate for agile methodologies and ensure product development follows efficient, iterative processes.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in senior product management roles.
• Proven expertise in creating and managing strategic product roadmaps.
• Strong background in market research and competitive analysis.
• Experience engaging with end users to identify and prioritize product features.
• Familiarity with agile and scrum methodologies.
• Exceptional decision-making and prioritization skills, with the ability to make trade-offs in complex scenarios.
• Solid understanding of business principles, including budgeting and ROI.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to effectively convey strategies and updates to stakeholders.