Product Manager

## Overview The Product Manager is responsible for defining, developing and delivering world-class IT products that meet the needs of our customers and drive business growth. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, and marketing, to ensure the successful launch and ongoing enhancements of our products. ## Responsibilities - Product Strategy: Develop and articulate a clear product strategy in alignment with the company's vision and goals. Stay updated on industry trends and market dynamics to identify opportunities for innovation. - Product Roadmap: Create and manage a comprehensive product roadmap that outlines key milestones, features, and release schedules. - prioritize features based on customer needs and market demand. - Understanding of Software Development: The IT product manager should be well-versed in software development methodologies, such as Agile or Scrum. He or she needs to understand the software development lifecycle and be able to work effectively within these frameworks. - Requirements Gathering: Work closely with stakeholders, including customers, sales and support teams, to gather and prioritize product requirements. Translate customer feedback into actionable product improvements. - Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with engineering, design, and quality assurance teams to ensure the successful development and delivery of products. Foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. - Product Development: Lead the product development process from concept to launch. Define product specifications, uses stories, and acceptance criteria. Monitor development progress, provide guidance, and resolve any issues that may arise. - User Experience (UX): champion a user-centric approach to product design. Work with designers to create intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces that enhance the overall user experience. - Product Launch: Plan and execute product launches, including marketing campaigns, sales enablement, and customer training. Monitor product performance and gather feedback for iterative improvements. - Product Metrics: Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of products. Use data-driven insights to make informed decisions and optimize product features. - Product Lifecycle Management: Manage the entire product lifecycle, from conception to retirement. Make recommendations on product enhancements, updates, or sunsetting based on market analysis and customer feedback. **What Flagger Force Offers:** - Medical, vision and dental insurance - 401k w/company match - Generous paid time off - On-site fitness facility - Paid holidays - Health savings account - Company paid benefits (long term disability and basic life/AD&D) - Employee assistance program - Tuition and education assistance - Employee appreciation events - Giving back to the communities we serve through paid volunteer time off - Professional development opportunities ## Qualifications - Database and Data Management: A basic understanding of databases, data storage, and data management is important. - The incoming IT Product Manager should be able to discuss data-related requirements with the development team. - DevOps and Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD): Understanding DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines is beneficial for coordinating efficient product development and deployment processes. - Data Analytics and Metrics: The IT Product Manager should be comfortable with data analysis tools and metrics tracking to make data-driven decisions and monitor product performance. - Project Management: Exceptional project management and organizational skills - Excellent Communication and interpersonal skills - Analytical mindset with the ability to make data-driven decisions - Proven ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams - Familiarity with agile development methodologies. - Creative problem-solving abilities and a passion…