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Director of Product Management

Involta
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, US
Full-time

Description

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Job Summary : The Director of Product Management at Involta is responsible for leading the product management team and driving the development, launch, and lifecycle management of innovative products and services.

This role requires a deep understanding of technology trends, client needs, and market dynamics to shape and execute the company's product strategy.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

  • Product Strategy :
  • Define and execute the company's product strategy, aligning it with overall business goals and market trends.
  • Conduct market research to identify client needs, competitive landscape, and emerging opportunities.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to establish product roadmaps that drive growth and differentiation.
  • Team Leadership :
  • Lead and mentor a team of product managers, providing guidance, coaching, and professional development opportunities.
  • Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and client centricity within the product management team.
  • Product Development :
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including operations, support, and marketing, to develop and deliver high-quality products and services.
  • Define product requirements, features, and user stories based on market demands and client feedback.
  • Manage the product development lifecycle, from concept to launch, ensuring timely and successful releases.
  • Go-to-Market Strategy :
  • Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to develop effective go-to-market strategies, including pricing, positioning, and promotional activities.
  • Drive product launches and lead marketing efforts to generate awareness and demand for new products.
  • Client Engagement :
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and stakeholders to gather insights and validate product concepts.
  • Act as a client advocate, ensuring that products meet and exceed customer expectations.
  • Performance Measurement :
  • Define key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure product success and track against business objectives.
  • Analyze product performance data to make informed decisions and iterate on product strategies.

The above statements cover what are generally believed to be the principal and essential functions of this job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some people assigned to the job to perform a somewhat different combination of duties.

Requirements

Education and Experience :

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
  • Proven experience (3+ years) in product management, preferably in the IT solutions or technology sector.
  • Strong leadership skills with a track record of managing and developing high-performing teams.
  • In-depth understanding of colocation, cloud, connectivity, and related technologies.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams and clients.
  • Strategic thinking and ability to align product initiatives with business goals.
  • Market research and competitive analysis expertise to identify trends and opportunities.

Working Conditions

  • Remote / Office environment
  • Able to work weekends when projects demand
  • 20% travel

Information Security : To protect the security of Involta and its customers, it is necessary that this position perform duties in a security conscious manner and protects the privacy and confidentiality of company assets including but not limited to, networks, business information and customer data.

All Involta employees are held accountable for the security of their specific job-related activities in accordance with company policy.

Any Involta employee who willingly and deliberately violates company policy will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment and / or civil or criminal legal action.

Involta is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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