Product Manager – Digital Products

at  PwC

DESCRIPTION

Established in the region for 40 years, PwC has around 8,000 people in 12 countries across the region: Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, the Palestinian territories, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
Our regional team operates across the Middle East bringing international experience delivered within the context of the region and its culture. We can bring the collective knowledge and experience of more than 328,000 people across the entire global PwC network in advisory, assurance and tax to help you find the value you are looking for.

JOB DESCRIPTION & SUMMARY

We are looking for a dynamic and highly skilled Senior Product Manager with a proven track record in product delivery and portfolio management. The ideal candidate will have expertise in leveraging low-code/no-code technologies, such as Mendix and Salesforce, to drive business transformation and operational excellence. The role requires a strategic thinker with a passion for emerging technologies and a strong ability to lead high-performing teams.

Roles & Responsibilities :

• Product Delivery: Lead the end-to-end delivery of strategic products and initiatives. Ensure projects are executed on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards
• Strategic Initiatives: Develop and implement strategies that align with business goals and drive innovation. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify opportunities for growth and transformation
• Portfolio Management: Oversee the product portfolio, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. Prioritize initiatives based on business value and impact
• Technology Utilization: Leverage low-code/no-code platforms, including Mendix and Salesforce, to develop and deploy solutions that enhance operational efficiency and drive business outcomes
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact solutions. Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture
• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, managing relationships and expectations. Communicate effectively to ensure alignment and support for product initiatives
• Innovation: Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends. Assess their potential impact on strategic business outcomes and integrate relevant advancements into product strategies
• Lifecycle Management: Oversee the entire product lifecycle, including ideation, development, launch, maintenance, and eventual retirement. Ensure that each phase of the product lifecycle is executed efficiently, with a focus on continuous improvement and alignment with strategic business goals
• User and Stakeholder Feedback: Gather and analyze feedback from internal users and key stakeholders to inform product development and enhancements. Ensure that the product roadmap aligns with user needs and organizational goals.
• Continuous Improvement: Foster a culture of continuous improvement by regularly reviewing processes, tools, and methodologies. Implement best practices and lessons learned to enhance product delivery and team performance.
• Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Work closely with business stakeholders and delivery teams, to ensure that product strategies are well-integrated and support overall business objectives. Facilitate smooth product launches and post-launch activities.
• Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) Understanding: Possess a strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC). Work closely with development teams to ensure that product development aligns with established SDLC practices and timelines
• Developer Management: Manage and mentor development teams, ensuring they have the necessary resources and support to deliver high-quality products. Foster a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and continuous improvement in development practices.
• Commercial Acumen: Demonstrate a solid understanding of the commercial aspects of product management, including budgeting, cost analysis, and ROI. Ensure that products are developed with a clear focus on delivering business value and achieving financial objectives.

Including such other duties that may be assigned to you by your manager (do not remove)

Required Competencies:

• Leadership Skills: Proven track record of leading high-performing teams and managing cross-functional projects
• Strategic Thinking: Strong ability to develop and implement strategies that drive business success and innovation
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels
• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively

REQUIRED YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:

• 12+ years of experience in product management and portfolio management, with a strong background in product delivery and strategic initiatives

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATION(S)

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. Advanced degrees or relevant certifications are a plus
  EDUCATION(if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)
  Degrees/Field of Study required:
  Degrees/Field of Study preferred:
  CERTIFICATIONS(if blank, certifications not specified)

REQUIRED SKILLS

Adaptability, Communication, Leadership, Strategic Thinking

OPTIONAL SKILLS

DESIRED LANGUAGES(If blank, desired languages not specified)
English

• Product Delivery: Lead the end-to-end delivery of strategic products and initiatives. Ensure projects are executed on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards
• Strategic Initiatives: Develop and implement strategies that align with business goals and drive innovation. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify opportunities for growth and transformation
• Portfolio Management: Oversee the product portfolio, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. Prioritize initiatives based on business value and impact
• Technology Utilization: Leverage low-code/no-code platforms, including Mendix and Salesforce, to develop and deploy solutions that enhance operational efficiency and drive business outcomes
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact solutions. Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture
• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, managing relationships and expectations. Communicate effectively to ensure alignment and support for product initiatives
• Innovation: Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends. Assess their potential impact on strategic business outcomes and integrate relevant advancements into product strategies
• Lifecycle Management: Oversee the entire product lifecycle, including ideation, development, launch, maintenance, and eventual retirement. Ensure that each phase of the product lifecycle is executed efficiently, with a focus on continuous improvement and alignment with strategic business goals
• User and Stakeholder Feedback: Gather and analyze feedback from internal users and key stakeholders to inform product development and enhancements. Ensure that the product roadmap aligns with user needs and organizational goals.
• Continuous Improvement: Foster a culture of continuous improvement by regularly reviewing processes, tools, and methodologies. Implement best practices and lessons learned to enhance product delivery and team performance.
• Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Work closely with business stakeholders and delivery teams, to ensure that product strategies are well-integrated and support overall business objectives. Facilitate smooth product launches and post-launch activities.
• Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) Understanding: Possess a strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC). Work closely with development teams to ensure that product development aligns with established SDLC practices and timelines
• Developer Management: Manage and mentor development teams, ensuring they have the necessary resources and support to deliver high-quality products. Foster a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and continuous improvement in development practices.
• Commercial Acumen: Demonstrate a solid understanding of the commercial aspects of product management, including budgeting, cost analysis, and ROI. Ensure that products are developed with a clear focus on delivering business value and achieving financial objectives