The Manager, Network Connectivity Product Strategy & Commercialization at Mastercard is responsible for driving the strategy, execution, and commercialization of network connectivity products and solutions. This role focuses on scaling adoption, managing go-to-market (GTM) initiatives, and ensuring the successful delivery of network product offerings across multiple markets. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in payments, business development, and product management, with a proven track record of executing complex programs and commercializing technology solutions within the financial services or payments industry Key Responsibilities - Lead the development and execution of product strategy and roadmap for network connectivity solutions, ensuring alignment with Mastercard s global and regional business objectives. - Drive the commercialization of new and existing network products, managing GTM activities, and supporting the adoption and scaling of offerings in key markets. - Build and manage partnerships with strategic industry enablers, processors, acquirers, and other key stakeholders to expand the network ecosystem. - Conduct high-quality market and competitive analysis to identify partnership opportunities, develop business cases, and propose new product and pricing models. - Oversee program management for network product initiatives, ensuring successful integration, implementation, and ongoing support for customers and partners. - Collaborate cross-functionally with product, engineering, sales, marketing, legal, compliance, and operations teams to deliver product enhancements and support GTM plans. - Track, document, and report on commercialization initiatives, portfolio performance, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify growth opportunities and optimize strategies. - Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) on network connectivity, providing training, guidance, and support to internal and external stakeholders. - Ensure compliance with Mastercard s security, regulatory, and operational standards in all product and commercialization activities.
Required Qualifications
- 8 10 years of experience in product management, product commercialization, or business development within the payments, financial services, or technology sectors. - Deep understanding of payment networks, acquiring and processing ecosystems, and current payment trends (including instant payments, cross-border, and new messaging protocols). - Proven track record of driving product strategy, managing product lifecycles, and executing successful GTM/commercialization initiatives. - Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret market data, develop business cases, and drive data-driven decisions. - Excellent relationship management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills, with experience working across global, cross-functional teams. - Experience with agile development methodologies and product management tools is preferred. - Knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements in the payments industry is a plus. - Bachelor s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
Key Competencies
- Strategic thinking and innovation - Program and project management - Analytical and problem-solving skills - Influencing and negotiation - Cross-functional collaboration - Results orientation and accountability