Product Manager

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Product Manager
The candidate will executes on the discovery phase of the SDLC through exploring business problem statements and pain points, and identifying possible feature/functionality needs to address them. Employs lean methodology to define business problems, form hypotheses, test and validate solutions, and continue with the build measure learn cycle. Regularly employs data and web analytics into their feature requirements, iteration and analysis; proactively reports back metrics on feature adoption & success post release. Collaborates with the UI/UX designer on wire frame iterations and user persona artifacts. Contributes to feature ROI analysis including the identification of cost, expected revenue and key success metrics. Provides robust competitive market analysis for all major feature proposals. Makes tradeoff and priority decisions within their own portfolio and explains/defends those decisions to the business and clients when necessary. Maintains a quality groomed backlog with prioritized user stories within their own portfolio that are ready for execution by the development team. Oversees the activities of the engineering team within the agile framework, , participates in “Agile SCRUM rituals/ceremonies,” and ensures quality outcomes while meeting sprint commitments. Collaborates with a vast number of different business stakeholders, builds quality relationships, participates in job shadowing activities & communicates timelines and activities to stakeholders and the business. Can effectively demo new features to the business and explain product functionality. Proactively and effectively collaborates with business stakeholders on User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to ensure features meet business expectations prior to release. Proactively and effectively plans and executes feature roll-out programs to ensure successful adoption of a new product or feature. Takes ownership of and successfully executes an elevated portfolio or responsibility which provides benefit to the team (Agile implementation, social media, analytics, light managerial duties, client relationships or other). May supervise Product Managers or Associate Product Managers. Reports bugs found in product(s) through the appropriate channel. Collaborates with the Support team when needed to answer product questions from the end-user. Completing robust third party product evaluations using weighted scorecard, as needed. Collaborating with other Departments within the IT organization, as needed> Working with Procurement on third party/vendor contract negotiations, as needed. Efficiently manages multiple projects with competing deadlines. Ability to learn and use product management software, such as Rally, JIRA, or other applications. Expertise in the use of Microsoft applications; specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Vision. Knowledge of Agile SCRUM and Lean methodologies. Knowledge of wireframing or prototyping tools such as Balsamiq, Sketch, or Invision desired. Experience with qualitative and quantitative research methods, such as pivot tables, surveys, and focus groups. Ability to communicate effectively with engineers about product details and technical options. Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills are required. 3-5 years in product management preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 1-2 years in management preferred. Experience managing projects and meeting timelines. Experience launching and maintaining iOS and Android mobile apps desired. BA/BS or MS degree or related subject matter experience and/or a BA/MA business degree are required. Product Management training in Agile, Pragmatic Marketing, or General Assembly desired. Project Management training desired.

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