Business Product Manager

To qualify for the role you must have

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience, data management, business intelligence, data science background a plus
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in product management for enterprise products, preferably within a global, corporate environment and 3 years of data experience, preferably data management, data governance, data supply chain. In addition product management, project management or program management certification is desirable
• Manages complex to highly complex projects that require the ability to create and implement timelines related to project deliverables, assign tasks and follow up on their completion and manage sponsor/stakeholder expectations of the outcome of the deliverables
• Understands the Data Office and Firm’s go-to-market strategy and service delivery models, how core business services support business lines, and how business operations enable exceptional client service and high performing teams
• Applies judgment in tailoring methodologies, processes and practices to specific requirements of projects/products/services

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Possesses strong understanding of the firm’s business, organizational structure and operations and leverages it to effectively identify opportunities to support the firm’s strategy and key initiatives
• Experience with scrum and other agile development methods
• Combination of deep technical knowledge and customer-focused mindset
• Demonstrated strategic leadership capabilities, managing globally dispersed, virtual teams and global programs
• Ability to direct a team and create an environment which supports generating and sharing creative ideas and solutions
• Understanding of and desire to strive for technical excellence
• Understanding of the business and demonstrated commercial acumen using commercial language that presents knowledge activities in the context of business objectives
• Ability to demonstrate strong written and oral communication skills to talk about programs in a clear, compelling manner with a professional/executive presence
• Ability to assert ideas and influence others to gain support and commitment
• Understands the role and operations of other major business areas that intersect and integrate under Trusted Data Fabric.
• Self-starter, who can think strategically and consider a broad range of factors when solving/prioritizing issues and making decisions
• Strong project management, time management and organizational skills. Ability to coordinate multiple projects and initiatives at one time
• Ability to identify, influence and leverage internal subject matter resources
• Strong understanding of data management principles and practices
• Proficient in articulating complex data concepts and issues in clear terms; interprets business issues and communicates ramifications of decisions to leadership and stakeholders
• Experience in successfully supporting large complex projects
• Strong relationship and project management with execution discipline skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including ability to display a range of communication approaches for diverse community needs
• Able to demonstrate team management experience, depending on supervisory responsibilities
• Proficient in relevant technologies and knowledge/familiarity of Azure, AWS or GCP services
• Working knowledge in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Microsoft Teams and in addition knowledge of analytical tools such as Power BI will be helpful
• Ability to quickly analyze issues, develop solutions and effectively communicate recommendations

What We Look For

• Works with a global geographically dispersed team, highly self-motivated, able to work independently
• Ability to manage project teams, assign work and performance manage where needed
• With moderate supervision from TDF capability lead, takes initiative to ensure the execution and delivery of product defined
• Effectively influences and directs the activities of individuals in other parts of the organization
• Able to direct and complete multiple projects that meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Manages the training and development of staff members to develop their skills and maintain progressive skills
• Ability to work both independently and within teams, leading and motivating virtual, broad-based teams
• Manages own portfolio of work and will escalate to senior leadership as appropriate
• A strong team-player with mentoring skills
• Travel may be required from time to time to complete assignments and meet with organizational leaders and stakeholders
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