Product Manager

Company Introduction

WorldStrides is the global leader in educational travel and experiential learning. The company was founded in 1967 to provide middle school travel programs to Washington, D.

C., and has grown to provide a wide range of programs for more than half a million students annually to over 100 countries around the world.

WorldStrides offers experiential learning programs in educational travel, performing arts, language immersion, career exploration, service-learning, study abroad, and sports.

Each of these experiences helps students to see beyond the classroom and to see the world - and themselves - in new ways.

Job Description

The Product Manager for WorldStrides will support and lead cross-functional teams responsible for delivering and evolving our Educational Group Travel Product roadmap.

This role converts the product strategy and strategic initiatives into well-developed initiative, objectives, and features to enhance our offerings and gain market share.

The product manager will be creating product business requirements and definitions, managing the implementation and evolution of the product development cycle, and collaborating with various teams to bring new product features / capabilities to market.

The Product Manager anticipates / understands the needs of its target market and customers, anticipates changing demands in education and travel trends, and shapes business, product, and investment strategies.

A critical element is the development and continued maintenance of strong relationship with a variety of different organizations including but not limited to Product Team, Voice of Customer, Supply Chain, Business Analysts, UX, Sales / Commercial, and Go to Market.

Minimum Qualifications

• Passion for Education : Genuine passion for education and a commitment to driving positive impact through innovative learning solutions.
• Strategic, revenue minded, data driven and embrace a test-and-learn mindset
• Experience applying hypothesis-driven development processes and driving user growth and engagement through experimentation, iteration, and learning
• Excellent stakeholder management, relationship development, and influencing skills
• Product Management Experience : Proven track record 8-10 of consumer product experience, 4-7 years of ecommerce / direct-to-consumer experience
• Technical Proficiency : Strong technical aptitude and familiarity with software development methodologies, UX / UI principles, and agile project management practices.
• Analytical Skills : Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data insights into actionable product enhancements.
• Communication Skills : Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Collaborative Spirit : A team player who thrives in a collaborative environment, with demonstrated experience working effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Adaptability : Ability to adapt to rapidly changing priorities and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Educational Background : Bachelor's degree (Master's degree or relevant certifications are a plus)

Work Perks

• Fun & driven environment.
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage, life, accidental death and dismemberment, accident, critical illness, and disability insurance, FSA healthcare, FSA dependent care, HAS with employer contribution, and generous 401k match.
• 10 paid floating corporate holidays, 1 paid volunteer day & 25 PTO days to start - accrue up to 28 over 3 years, 4 mental health days, and 5 bereavement days.
• Tuition reimbursement up to five thousand, two hundred fifty dollars annually or one thousand dollars towards professional certification annually.
• Opportunities for paid and discounted travel.
• Flexible work schedule providing on-site, remote, and virtual office opportunities.
• Encouraged participation in our Employee Resource Groups and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion council.
• Fitness Center and cafe onsite at select locations.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Parental, Caregiver, and Disability leave.
• Team Member Discount Program

WorldStrides, a global organization, is committed to educate and serve communities worldwide. Our commitment is fueled by the passion of our team members and partners to make experiential learning accessible, while also being socially, environmentally, and ethically responsible.

Together, we accomplish this by investing in initiatives to promote inclusion, diversity, and sustainability.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WorldStrides is committed to building a diverse workforce, supported by an environment that promotes inclusion and belonging.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

WorldStrides will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided.

Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Charlottesville, VA - Headquarters; Boston, MA; Austin, Texas; Vienna, VA

• Passion for Education : Genuine passion for education and a commitment to driving positive impact through innovative learning solutions.
• Strategic, revenue minded, data driven and embrace a test-and-learn mindset
• Experience applying hypothesis-driven development processes and driving user growth and engagement through experimentation, iteration, and learning
• Excellent stakeholder management, relationship development, and influencing skills
• Product Management Experience : Proven track record 8-10 of consumer product experience, 4-7 years of ecommerce / direct-to-consumer experience
• Technical Proficiency : Strong technical aptitude and familiarity with software development methodologies, UX / UI principles, and agile project management practices.
• Analytical Skills : Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data insights into actionable product enhancements.
• Communication Skills : Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Collaborative Spirit : A team player who thrives in a collaborative environment, with demonstrated experience working effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Adaptability : Ability to adapt to rapidly changing priorities and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Educational Background : Bachelor's degree (Master's degree or relevant certifications are a plus)

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