Technology Product Manager, Merchandising

Chicago 4 days agoFull-time External
Negotiable
The Product Manager is a key member of the Technology team, responsible for defining and delivering valuable products for a product team with medium complexity. This role requires a solid understanding of product management principles, a passion for technology, and a collaborative approach to working with cross-functional teams. The Product Manager plays a critical role in executing the product strategy and roadmap, and driving the success of their product. As a Product Manager of Merchandising you will support capabilities such as: Line Planning, Assortment Planning, & Pricing. Over the next few years, this role will focus on supporting the many cross-functional initiatives and goals already in flight. This includes initiatives in Merch Planning/Inventory management, a new PIM platform, and a growing B2B business. While supporting these initiatives, this Product Manager will simultaneously create a vision and roadmap for the future of the Merchandising domain. • This position is fully remote • This role is an Individual Contributor A day in the life as a Technology Product Manager... • Define product priority, scope, and direction aligned to a defined product strategy for a product team with medium complexity • Establish clear and measurable Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that track the product’s success and inform strategic decisions • Work autonomously to define and prioritize features based on data, customer feedback, and business goals • Leverage a comprehensive understanding of the functionality and utilization of systems, tools, and applications within the product to proactively identify and communicate dependencies and impacts to cross-functional teams • Manage the entire product lifecycle for assigned product(s), from ideation and design through development, testing, and deployment, adhering to agile methodologies • Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer insights gathering to inform product decisions • Lead product discovery activities to validate product ideas and ensure alignment with customer needs • Maintain and prioritize the product backlog and opportunity backlog to drive innovation • Collaborate effectively with engineering, business partners, and other stakeholders to align on product strategy and ensure successful execution • Work closely with management and the product team to define a compelling product and evangelize that vision • Prioritize defects associated with the product with appropriate urgency What you'll bring to the table... • Proficiency in agile methodologies • Strategic thinking ability to align product decisions with business goals • Strong data analysis skills and the ability to use data to define KPIs and inform product decisions • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly and concisely communicate to various levels, including leadership • Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on finding creative and effective solutions ​ We'd love to hear from you if you have... • 3+ years of experience in product management, with a focus on omnichannel retail • Bachelor’s degree in business, technology, or equivalent work experience • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Jira, Confluence, and Smartsheets