Job title:Director – Product Management
Work Location: Hyderabad or Chennai (open to Bengaluru, Mumbai, Pune, NCR)Work Arrangement: Requires a minimum of 9 working days per month from the Chennai office, with the remaining days flexible to be worked from any of the other listed locations.About the Job: We are seeking an experienced and strategic Product Manager with 18+ years of expertise in driving product innovation, aligning business goals with customer needs, and managing high-performing cross-functional teams. This role requires deep knowledge of domain, strong leadership skills, and a proven track record of delivering impactful products in fast-paced, dynamic environments.What will you do:
- Strategic Product Leadership
- Define and articulate the product vision and strategy in alignment with organizational goals.
- Drive product roadmap planning, prioritization, and execution.
- Analyze market trends, competitive landscapes, and customer feedback to identify opportunities for growth and innovation.
- Stakeholder Collaboration
- Act as the primary liaison between business stakeholders, engineering, marketing, and sales teams.
- Foster a shared understanding of product objectives and ensure alignment across all stakeholders.
- Manage and communicate project milestones, risks, and outcomes effectively.
- Product Development & Delivery
- Own and maintain the product backlog, ensuring prioritization aligns with business value.
- Collaborate with Scrum teams to refine and define clear, actionable user stories.
- Ensure timely delivery of high-quality products by actively participating in sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
- Performance Analysis
- Define key performance indicators (KPIs) and use data-driven insights to optimize product performance.
- Continuously monitor product usage and feedback to enhance user experience and engagement.
- Mentorship and Leadership
- Mentor junior Product Owners and team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Lead by example to build a motivated, collaborative, and high-performing product team.
Who you are:
18+ years in product management or ownership roles, with a strong portfolio of successfully launched products.
Proven experience in Agile/Scrum methodologies.
- Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. (MBA or equivalent is preferred.)
- Skills:
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a data-driven mindset.
- Expertise in market research, product design, and customer engagement strategies.
- Proficiency with product management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Aha!).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certification in Product Management (e.g., Certified Scrum Product Owner - CSPO).
Soft Skills:
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent presentation and communication skills.
- Leader with an attitude of self-starter with excellent people skills.
- Effective time and project management.
- Analytical thinker and a great team player. Attention to detail is a must.
- Strong leadership, interpersonal & problem-solving skills.