IT Product Owner - People

Description

• Builds and maintains positive, productive relationships within and across teams, customers, and vendors
• Creates and delivers engaging presentations for all levels of the organization.
• Effectively manages multiple tasks and priorities
• Attends meetings as required and/or assigned.
• Analyzes product performance and customer feedback to identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborates closely with internal and external stakeholders to gather and refine requirements.
• Works closely with development to ensure product features meet quality and functional standards.
• Conducts research on industry trends, competitor products, and customer feedback.
• Focuses on identifying and addressing local needs by gathering and prioritizing regional business requirements.
• Prioritizes and maintains the product backlog to ensure timely delivery of features.
• Coordinates and oversees the execution of regional solutions by steering the implementation team to ensure alignment with business goals.
• Manages release schedules and ensuring smooth delivery of features and updates.
• Defines and effectively communicates to stakeholders the product vision, strategy, and roadmap.
• Creates detailed user stories, acceptance criteria, and product specifications.
• Ensures effective communication and collaboration with stakeholders to guarantee successful delivery of business outcomes.
• Effective at managing projects, taking ownership of related processes and accountability for delivering high-quality outcomes

Requirements

• 5-7 years of experience in product management or related roles required
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to effectively partner with key stakeholders and tactfully exercise influence across the organization
• Proficient at creating and engaging presentations
• Business Analysis Certifications (CBAP, IIBA-AAC) for business analysis skills preferred
• Master’s Degree (MBA or similar) preferred
• Proficient in the use of common office equipment and software – including: computers, printers, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint
• Product Management Certifications (CPM) for managing products preferred
• Strong knowledge of HR processes (Core HR, Recruiting, Onboarding, Talent, Compensation)Hands-on experience with SAP SuccessFactorsFamiliar with integrations between core HR systems (i.e. SAP SF) and other 3rd party solutions (i.e. Payroll)
• Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Stakeholder-oriented and demonstrates a collaborative approach to work
• Bachelor’s Degree in IT, Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field required
• Required to travel up to 10% of the time.
• Works effectively in a fast-paced and sometimes uncertain environment, making sound decisions based on best available information
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to handle complex technical issues
• Strong organization skills, attention to detail, and time-management skills
• In-depth knowledge of (or the ability to quickly learn) the specific business processes for assigned functions
• Proficiency in gathering and analyzing business requirements
• Prior work experience in project management for product delivery required

Benefits

• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 7.5% company contribution
• Time Off Programs – 22 days Paid Time Off (PTO), 9 Company Holidays, 2 Volunteer Days
• Voluntary Benefits (Life, AD&D, Disability)
• Bonus: This role will be eligible for participation in a discretionary annual bonus program, pursuant to which an employee may be awarded a percentage of their salary based on the company’s performance and their own individual performance.
• Wellness Program
• Base: $107,000 to $135,000 annually, based on specific compensable factors including, but not limited to education, work experience, and geographic market.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance