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YOU’LL BE OUR: Product owner YOU’LL BE BASED AT: IBC Knowledge Park, Bengaluru YOU’LL BE A MEMBER OF: Product Ownership Spearhead Ather Energy's enterprise-wide digital transformation by driving strategic technology initiatives across business functions. Enable seamless digital experiences, optimize operational efficiency, and create innovative solutions that power our organizational growth and digital maturity. WHAT YOU’LL DO AT ATHER: Lead cross-functional teams to drive digital transformation initiatives across Ather Energy, focusing on: Organizational Digital Enablement Drive digitalization initiatives in key areas: Scooter business/sales optimization using technology to achieve better ETBR conversion rates, efficiencies, dealer profitability, etc. Marketing technology integration to achieve better brand awareness and increase top of the funnel Customer Service & Support enhancement to achieve better customer experience (incl. CSAT/NPS), contact center efficiencies by utilising Contact center technologies, CRM, AI, etc. Manufacturing digitalization to achieve standardization of processes & systems across Shopfloor, Logistics, Warehouse by using ERP, MES, WMS, etc. Financial systems tech modernization Sourcing and procurement digital enablement using SLM, PR-PO tools, etc. Define a backlog in coherence with business stakeholders, Product Managers and Enterprise architect for all the above areas Roadmap and OKR Management Break down the horizontal’s objective and key results (OKRs) into program-wise and swimlane-wise objectives, keeping in mind org priorities and timelines Execute and iterate the long-term and short-term product and technology roadmap with the right quality and right cost structure Communicate and cascade the horizontal’s objectives to every swimlane in the horizontal, other P&L Owners, and other stakeholders Define overall metrics against each KR, to evaluate movement in program objectives Propose, decide, and allocate capital and resources to the P&L, keeping in mind resource constraints PI Planning & execution Support swimlanes in the horizontal in breaking down program objectives into a sprint-by-sprint backlog, while driving a sequenced flow and ramp-up of stories Drive and review program backlog refinement before, during, and after each Program Increment (PI) cycle On a sprint-by-sprint basis, re-evaluate priorities for each swimlane to ensure maximum value, keeping in mind resource constraints and input from swimlane retrospectives Resolve any prioritization conflicts and take measured risks to break any impasse Cross-Functional Collaboration Work with Product Managers and Enterprise architects to define product backlog Map interdependencies among different P&Ls/teams for seamless execution Collaborate with multiple functions to execute and deliver: Product/Transformation Manager (supporting your horizontal) - Negotiate with the Product manager to arrive at the right product/objective that is to be delivered. Sign off on the product proposal and any changes to the product Program Management (supporting your horizontal) - Align on program objectives and priorities for the quarter/sprint. Assign and reassign priorities to each swimlane every sprint, keeping in mind a coherent flow of stories Functional Managers (whose teams are represented in your horizontal) Every quarter, decide and negotiate on the number and nature of the headcount needed to support the horizontal - competence, bandwidth required, experience, etc. Sign off on the final headcount supporting the horizontal, based on the headcount cost, along with the P&L TP. With Finance partner supporting your horizontal: Budget, track, and adjust capital inflow, outflow, and cost allocations, based on changes in priorities Budget and Performance Management Manage overall P&L for Information Systems Develop financial models for digital initiatives Perform cost-benefit analysis for proposed projects Optimize resource allocation Track and report financial performance WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: Technical & Analytical Skills: Strong analytical approach Solid communication skills Effective problem-solving capabilities Proficiency in contributing to complex solutions Enterprise systems understanding - SAP/Salesforce/Oracle/Microsoft/etc. Software development Agile Methodology: Solid understanding of Agile principles Experience in quarterly Program Increment (PI) model Ability to facilitate Agile ceremonies Ideal Candidate profile: Proven track record of successful digital transformation initiatives Experience across multiple business domains Demonstrated ability to drive technological innovation Strong analytical mindset Exceptional stakeholder management skills YOU BRING TO ATHER: Qualifications: B.E/B.Tech (Essential) MBA preferred Total experience > 10 years Proven track record in digital transformation Key Competencies: Self-starter with high ownership Razor-sharp focus on quantifying improvements Metrics-driven approach Strong cross-functional leadership Ability to drive results An ideal candidate would have prior experience using Agile/Scrum methodologies to execute high-impact, complex projects across multiple teams. 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