The client is seeking a Director of Product Management to spearhead a portfolio of digital products as they undergo a major digital and product transformation.
This role, located in the Greater Toronto Area, involves crafting and steering the product vision and strategy across diverse business areas.
The Director will collaborate with senior stakeholders, technology teams, and external partners to ensure digital investments are effectively resulting in desired outcomes.
The position requires the leadership of a team of Product Managers and Associate Directors, focusing on establishing a roadmap that spans two to three years and aligns with the clients overarching business strategy, operations, and technological advancements.
Key responsibilities include developing product roadmaps, articulating high-level business goals into tangible product priorities and outcomes, and defining key performance indicators to measure value realization.
The role entails partnering with business leaders to bridge the gap between strategic objectives and technological delivery while championing data-driven decision-making.
Furthermore, the Director is expected to establish standard product management practices and play a prominent role in senior forums to present the strategy, outcomes, and investment needs of digital products.
The ideal candidate will have over a decade of experience in product management or digital leadership, particularly in complex organizations, along with a demonstrated ability to influence executive decision-making and effectively communicate with high-level stakeholders.
Candidates with experience in aviation, transportation, or logistics, as well as those familiar with data and AI-driven product decisions, are highly desirable.
Soft skills such as relationship building, adaptability to ambiguous environments, and a hands-on, strategic approach to leadership are crucial.
The role demands a leader comfortable working across various functions and who can navigate and drive change in transforming environments.
This opportunity appeals to strategic thinkers with an eye for detail and a preference for active engagement in steering product management practices within evolving organizations.