Responsible for the product planning and execution throughout the product lifecycle, including:
Gathering and prioritizing product and customer requirements
Defining the product vision
Ensuring that the product supports the company’s overall strategy and goals
Gain a deep understanding of customer experience:
Identify and fill product gaps
Generate new ideas that grow market share
Improve customer experience
Drive growth
Create buy-in for the product vision both internally and with key external partners
Develop product pricing and positioning strategies
Translate product strategy into detailed requirements and prototypes
Scope and prioritize activities based on business and customer impact
Work closely with engineering teams to deliver with quick time-to-market and optimal resources
Drive product launches including working with public relations team, executives, and other product management team members
Evaluate promotional plans to ensure that they are consistent with product line strategy and that the message is effectively conveyed
Act as a product evangelist to build awareness and understanding
Represent the company by visiting customers to solicit feedback on company products and services
General Skills:
Experience delivering MRDs and PRDs with prioritized features and corresponding justification
Experience working with external third parties to assess partnerships and licensing opportunities
Experience running beta and pilot programs with early-stage products and samples becoming an expert with respect to the competition
A team player with a track record for meeting deadlines, managing competing priorities and client relationship management experience
Requirements
Experience and Skill Set Requirements:
Must Haves:
5+ years of product management experience in IT or digital services
Proven experience leading large-scale digital or IT transformation projects of delivering user-centric products in complex environments
Hands-on experience with Agile delivery, Scrum, and Lean product development and working with cross-functional teams
Skilled in building and maintaining a product roadmap aligned to business priorities
Nice to have:
Prior OPS or public sector exp.
Skill Set Requirements:
Core skills and experience:
5+ years of product management experience in IT or digital services
Proven experience leading large-scale digital or IT transformation projects of delivering user-centric products in complex environments
Hands-on experience with Agile delivery, Scrum, and Lean product development and working with cross-functional teams
Skilled in building and maintaining a product roadmap aligned to business priorities
Experience defining and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) for product success
Technical skills and experience:
Ability to translate business needs into clear, actionable requirements and user stories
Ability to define and communicate a clear product vision and strategy conducting discovery work
Ability to translate business needs into clear, actionable requirements and user stories
Strong experience with backlog management, prioritization techniques, and release planning
Communication and documentation skills:
Excellent communication and facilitation skills
Ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels, from executive sponsors to technical teams
Experience of leading product demos, roadmapping sessions, and stakeholder updates
Public Sector Experience:
Experience with OPS IT project and architectural governance
Knowledge of OPS Digital, accessibility, and cybersecurity standards
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RQ11606 - Product Manager - Senior in Toronto employer: Maarut
At Maarut, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer in Ottawa, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through mentorship opportunities and professional development programs tailored for actuarial leaders. With a focus on strategic impact and a supportive environment, we empower our team to make meaningful contributions while enjoying the unique advantages of working in Canada's vibrant capital.
