Director, Product

Position Overview

What You’ll Do:

• Develop and implement the overall product strategy, aligning with the company's business objectives and market opportunities.

• Lead and mentor the product management team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and high performance.

• Set clear goals and objectives for the product management team and monitor progress towards achieving them.

• Conduct regular performance reviews, provide feedback, and identify opportunities for professional development.

• Oversee the entire product lifecycle, from ideation and development to launch and ongoing optimization.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, marketing, and sales, to ensure successful product development and delivery.

• Ensure that product roadmaps are aligned with market demand, business priorities, and resource availability.

• Reviews market research and competitive analysis to better align overall product strategy to trends, opportunities, and threats.

• Reviews customer feedback, usage data, and other relevant information to inform product strategy decisions.

• Drive innovation by identifying new product opportunities and enhancements to existing products.

• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and product management methodologies.

• Review product performance data using key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics and adjust product strategy as needed.

• Prepare and deliver reports on product performance, highlighting key achievements, challenges, and opportunities for improvement to senior management and key stakeholders.

• Use data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive continuous product improvement.

• Communicate product vision, strategy, and progress to senior management and other stakeholders.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and support for product initiatives.

• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among cross-functional teams.

What You’ll Bring to Zelis:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience (Master's degree preferred).

• Minimum of 12 –15 + years of experience in product management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.

• Proven track record of successfully bringing products to market and managing a diverse product portfolio.

• Strong understanding of product management principles, methodologies, and best practices.

• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire others.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on data-driven decision-making.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

• Proficiency in using product management software and tools (e.g., JIRA, Trello).

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.