Chapter Lead, Wireless Product Management

Chapter Lead, Wireless Product Management & Innovation Apply for the Chapter Lead, Wireless Product Management & Innovation role at Cogeco Connexion. Job Description Cogeco is expanding its wireless footprint, with recent growth in Canada and accelerated momentum in the U.S. with Breezeline Mobile. We are seeking a Chapter Lead, Wireless Product Management & Innovation to join our team of innovators and visionaries. Reporting to the Director, Wireless Products, Partnerships & Loss Prevention, you will lead the wireless product management & innovation craft, coaching and mentoring Product Leads across multiple squads while also actively participating as a squad member. You will collaborate with Product Owners and Crew Leads to create a unified product roadmap and drive strategic initiatives from incubation to execution, shaping new concepts and transitioning delivery to squads for implementation and scaling. Your mission is to empower product professionals to build exceptional wireless products that deliver real value to customers and the business. You will serve as a coach and functional leader, ensuring high‑quality solutions while actively contributing in squads to align strategy with execution. We’re looking for a servant leader with a user‑centric mindset, strong strategic thinking, and the ability to navigate complex challenges. You excel at framing problems, validating solutions, and guiding teams to communicate a clear and compelling product vision. Responsibilities Lead, coach, and mentor Product Leads, building a high‑performing wireless product chapter Work with chapter members to create personalized growth paths, identifying opportunities for skill development and future career progression. Lead a learning agenda, organizing workshops, training, and communities of practice to ensure your team has the skills to meet tomorrow’s challenges. Establish a strong, collaborative feedback loop with Product Owners to ensure performance and career discussions are informed by both craft expertise and day‑to‑day delivery. Assess chapter capabilities to inform workforce planning, recruitment, and succession strategies. Collaborate with Product Owners and Crew Leads to define a unified wireless product roadmap aligned with business objectives and customer needs. Drive strategic initiatives from concept and incubation through execution, ensuring smooth transition to squads for delivery. Serve as a central point of contact for strategic and roadmap alignment. Support the development and launch of new wireless products and services, including business case analysis and early‑stage planning. Transition approved initiatives into delivery teams, ensuring proper structure, documentation, and knowledge transfer. Partner with Sales, Training, and Enablement teams to design programs that drive adoption, capability building, and cultural transformation. Champion product advocacy and alignment across the organization to enhance engagement and customer focus. Establish governance frameworks for wireless products and services to optimize cost, maximize value, and maintain operational efficiency. Academic Training Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Marketing or a related field. Work Experience 7‑10 years of experience in wireless product management, vendor management, and related role with launching new wireless operators and/or services 5+ years of proven experience in a leadership, mentorship, or coaching role; formal management experience is required 3+ years of experience with Agile methodologies to drive product development, ensuring iterative delivery and continuous improvement. Specific Competencies Bilingual (English/French) an asset – ability to operate effectively across diverse environments with travel to Montreal, Burlington and Quincy. Hybrid role requires minimum one in‑office day per week. Expertise in modern product management methodologies, including product discovery, design thinking, and lean principles. Skilled in defining and prioritizing product initiatives to deliver maximum value. Conducts user research via surveys, interviews, and usability testing to validate product concepts and uncover actionable insights. Proficient with product analytics platforms and A/B testing tools to measure performance, guide decisions, and optimize product outcomes. Strong analytical skills with ability to identify trends, recognize improvement opportunities, and apply creative problem‑solving. Demonstrates strategic thinking and problem‑solving capabilities, balancing independent work with collaborative efforts. Knowledgeable of industry trends and emerging technologies in retail and channel management; adapts quickly to evolving business needs. Excellent communication skills, including presentations, workshops, and active listening to engage cross‑functional teams and stakeholders. Strong influencing and negotiation skills to manage vendor relationships, optimize procurement costs, and secure favorable service level agreements (SLAs). Collaborates effectively with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, IT, and Finance to align device lifecycle strategies with business objectives. Location Quincy, MA; Burlington, ON; Montreal, QC Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Information Technology Industries Telecommunications Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Cogeco Connexion by 2x. Equal Opportunity Statement At Cogeco, we believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We provide accommodations to apply or as part of the recruitment process. 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