Product Strategy Director
4 weeks ago
At VendorPM, we are dedicated to transforming the collaboration between vendors and property managers. Our focus is on developing specialized vendor management and procurement software that integrates over 6,000 properties and 40,000 vendors into a unified platform. We enhance operational efficiency and minimize costs for property managers while simultaneously generating new business opportunities for vendors across the continent.
As one of the rapidly expanding startups in Toronto, we are recognized for our innovative approach and have received backing from leading SaaS and PropTech investors, including prominent venture capital firms.
The Role
In the capacity of Product Strategy Director, you will leverage your extensive experience in product development to lead high-performing teams. You will be responsible for making pivotal decisions that significantly influence the business landscape while redefining industry standards. Ideally, you possess a background in managing product strategies within a B2B/B2C marketplace, guiding a business through various growth stages.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate on product vision, strategic planning, and ensure accountability for the execution of the product roadmap across the organization.
- Establish and nurture a professional product management culture. You will lead a cross-functional product team and play a crucial role in recruiting skilled Product Managers, Designers, and Data Analysts.
- Recruit experienced product managers who have successfully launched and managed products at scale.
- Act as the representative for product management within the organization, fostering communication and collaboration with design, engineering, sales, marketing, operations, and customer support teams.
- Empower product managers to operate efficiently and effectively. Define roles and responsibilities clearly, ensuring cross-company alignment on product management processes.
- Develop training programs for new employees, ensuring that VendorPM provides adequate mentoring and support for new product managers.
- Establish company-wide product management processes to streamline product development, prioritize decisions, and facilitate product launches.
- Over 10 years of experience in product management, with a proven track record of driving growth through innovation and execution.
- Demonstrated leadership across multiple functions, including Product, Design, and Analytics.
- Experience in a B2B/B2C marketplace, guiding a business from early funding stages to successful exits.
- Proven ability to build scalable infrastructure and define optimal organizational structures.
- History of developing and mentoring high-performing teams, inspiring them to excel.
- Experience in making product decisions informed by user data.
- Expertise in refining internal processes to enhance velocity and quality, delivering exceptional user experiences across various platforms.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong record of developing consumer-focused products.
- In-depth understanding of user-centric design principles and best practices.
- Extensive experience in implementing research methodologies and A/B testing frameworks.
- Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Strong awareness of technology trends and their potential impact on business operations.
- User Adoption and Retention
- Marketplace Dynamics
- Operational Responsiveness
- Payment Processing and Workflow
- Comprehensive Vendor Solutions
- Smart RFQs with Predictive Pricing
- Key role in a high-growth, venture-backed organization.
- Employee Stock Options.
- Comprehensive health benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Flexible hybrid work environment.
- Generous vacation policy plus wellness days.
- Commitment to work/life balance.
- Team-building events.
- Collaborative and supportive team culture.
- Opportunities for ongoing professional development.
- Employer contributions for parental leave.
Competitive salary range of 170-180K.
Interview Process
We aim to provide a transparent and engaging interview experience, which includes:
- Initial exploratory call with HR.
- Interview with the VP of Product.
- Assignment to assess skills.
- Presentation to a panel of executives.
- Final interview.
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