Associate Director

Designation:

Entity:

As aSenior Manager

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Management:
• Lead and mentor a team of Product Owners and Business Analysts, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Develop and execute a strategic vision for product management and business analysis that aligns with company objectives.
• Provide guidance on best practices, tools, and methodologies for product development and business analysis.
• Strategic Product Management:
• Define and communicate the product vision, strategy, and roadmap in collaboration with senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Oversee the product lifecycle from concept to delivery, ensuring that product features meet market needs and align with business goals.
• Drive prioritization and planning processes, balancing short-term needs with long-term strategic objectives.
• Advanced Business Analysis:
• Lead complex requirements gathering and analysis efforts, translating business needs into detailed and actionable product requirements.
• Conduct advanced market research, competitive analysis, and user research to inform product strategy and decision-making.
• Analyze and optimize business processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, executives, and cross-functional teams.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration between product teams and stakeholders to ensure alignment and transparency.
• Address and resolve stakeholder concerns and feedback in a timely manner.
• Project Oversight:
• Oversee project management activities, including resource allocation, timeline management, and risk mitigation.
• Monitor product performance and KPIs, providing regular updates to senior leadership and adjusting strategies as needed.
• Ensure high-quality delivery of product features by managing the development and testing processes.

Desired qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP)) preferred.

?Experience:

• 14+ years of experience in product management and business analysis, with at least 3 years in a managerial or leadership role