VP of Product (Renda) needed at 54 Collective

Job Summary

• The VP of Product is responsible for overseeing the development and execution of the product strategy for the company.
• This role involves managing the product lifecycle from conception through launch and ensuring products meet customer needs and business objectives across the multiple markets Renda plays in.
• The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the market, the competition, and technology trends, and will be adept at leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative products that aligns with business objectives and solves customer pain points.

Responsibilities

• Define and articulate the product vision and strategy aligned with the company’s overall business goals.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and threats.
• Develop and manage a product roadmap that addresses market needs and supports the company’s strategic objectives.
• Oversee the entire product lifecycle, from ideation and development to launch and post-launch activities.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders across Engineering, Design, Marketing, Growth, Operations and customer support teams to ensure seamless product development and delivery.
• Ensure product development processes are efficient and effective, incorporating best practices in agile methodologies.
• Drive cross-functional team alignment and effective communication throughout the product development process.
• Maintain a deep understanding of customer needs and pain points through direct interaction, surveys, and analysis.
• Ensure that customer feedback is integrated into the product development process.
• Drive customer-centric innovation to enhance user experience and satisfaction.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure product success and impact.
• Monitor product performance and make data-driven decisions to iterate and improve.
• Report on product metrics and progress to the management and stakeholders.
• Develop and manage the product development budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to product development and launch.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• 6-7 years’ work experience with progressive growth from operations to product leadership or within the product management vertical preferably at a logistics, enterprise, SaaS or ecommerce startup.
• Demonstrated expertise in data-driven end-to-end product development, a strong product craft and a technical background, with previous experience building and setting vision for platform products
• Resourceful and innovative to overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges
• Analytical, data-driven and with strong business acumen
• Entrepreneurial spirit and a self-starter who owns responsibility for the risks and rewards of running an innovative sustainable operation
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
• Proficiency in product management tools and methodologies.
• Strong understanding of technology trends and the ability to translate them into viable product solutions that can scale multiple markets
• Customer-focused mindset with a passion for creating exceptional user experiences.
• Proven track record of successfully launching and managing products in a fast-paced environment.