Product Manager
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Job Description
PRODUCT MANAGERS @ ACDI
Our Product Managers understand that they are a central hub within ACDI for all critical information related to products, markets, competitors, customers, prospects, key industry analysts, and many other constituencies. You will work with a development counterpart to define product release requirements based on market issues. You will also serve as the internal and external evangelist for ACDI s product offerings, occasionally working to support the sales channels and key customers.
Successful team members will be strong leaders in product planning and support ACDI s mission, vision, and core values. Support a collaborative work environment including courteous, helpful, and professional behavior.
ACDI S PRODUCT MANAGERS RESPONSIBILITIES:
Act as the messenger of the market from the outside-in to the rest of the organization
Analyze various market segments and collaborate with leadership to choose the best options for ACDI to pursue
Develop a three-year roadmap for our products to illustrate our vision and plan into the future
Develop and maintain a business proposal that makes a compelling case for continued investment into our products
Collaborate with other stakeholders such as product marketing on the creation of positioning for our products
Create user stories for current and future products based on the market s issues, directions, and trends
Manage the entire product line life cycle from sunsetting legacy products to prototyping and testing new features/products and ideas
Review potential partner relationships for the product using free and paid analysis sources
Know why we are winning and losing in the market, and drive changes to our product and processes to create improvement
Keep a finger on the pulse of our competition and develop strategies and tactics to reduce any potential threats
Oversee and assist in process documentation/workflows, knowledge articles and self-service guidance
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies
Consistently communicates progress, obstacles, and growth opportunities within our product launches
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
Maintains a complete understanding of and adhere to all ACDI policies, procedures, and processes
Maintain a positive organizational culture while upholding ACDI's mission, vision, and core values
EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree in business or computer science and a minimum of 2+ years of experience with business operations or product development, or the equivalent combination of education and experience required
Track record of using qualitative and quantitative data to prioritize and drive decision-making
Curious and comfortable holding professional conversations with our target buyers and users
Must be a strong writer and public speaker in front of small and large groups
Excellent people and management skills to interact with staff, colleagues, cross-functional teams, and third parties
Subject matter expert/industry experience is a strong plus
Familiarity with Google and Zoho applications sets you apart
Experience in creating virtual machines, setting up networks, and other general IT-related skills is essential
Experience presenting to executive-level management preferred
Strong professional communication skills (via phone, email, and in-person), problem-solving, negotiation skills, technical capacity, project management, and collaboration
Experience exercising discretion and confidentiality with sensitive company or team information
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
Must be able to lift 15 pounds
Ability to travel up to 15% annually or as needed and fly on a commercial airliner if needed
May be required to furnish a passport or other identity documents for international travel
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
This position will indirectly lead multiple teams, departments, and individuals as needs arise.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Moderate noise level
Moderate noise level, bullpen environment located at ACDI headquarters, unless otherwise approved by upper management team
Fast-paced and extremely positive
Employee may be required to furnish adequate internet services, mobile services, and devices necessary to receive business communications continually
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
