
Product Program Manager
Pearson VUE
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Maryland • United States
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About the role
- Collaboratively develop and continually refine product roadmaps based on our strategy and investment priorities for the platform capabilities that enable the end-to-end product strategy
- Develop a deep understanding of customer needs/pain points through regular, direct interaction with customers or analysis of feedback and translate them into clear problem statements
- Develop rapport and trust with business owners, engineering, architecture, and other key stakeholders
- Draft business cases with the business value and success metrics well-defined
- Support quality management efforts by assuring that the aggregate results of the teams are systematically integrated (i.e. performance, security, reliability requirements and other non-functional requirements are met)
- Evaluate and share via reports and/or dashboards product performance and KPIs
- Communicate the product vision clearly and comprehensively so that all stakeholders understand the scope of work and intended behavior of the final product
- Recognize the impact of change on others and effectively lead change management efforts
- Work with our research teams to define, measure, and improve the efficacy of our digital products
- Keep abreast of industry trends, technologies, and competitive analyses to identify new opportunities and initiatives which ultimately serve the long-term product strategy
- Continuously update knowledge of emerging AI trends and tools that impact product work
- Experiment with AI to streamline discovery, planning, and delivery processes, improving efficiency without compromising product or customer outcomes
Requirements
- High degree of personal ownership and accountability to consistently deliver results in a fast-paced and high-profile environment
- Excellent interpersonal, collaborative, and communication skills; demonstrated ability to establish positive working relationships at all levels of the organization
- Familiarity with the implementation of online curriculum and program, school, or district operations protocols
- Bachelor's degree (business background preferred)
- Educational industry experience is a plus
- Minimum 3 years of product management experience, including experience managing digital products
- Ability to synthesize and prioritize the needs of multiple stakeholder groups
- Convert multiple data points into an actionable plan that meets the needs of the end user(s)
- Proven ability to manage complex large-scale projects under significant constraints using strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Must enjoy a challenging work environment that requires significant flexibility, self-direction, and creativity
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Technologically proficient (especially with Microsoft Office programs, Azure DevOps, and Jira)
- Must be able to work effectively as part of a team and independently
- Excellent organization, time management, and attention to detail
- Ability to effectively meet deadlines
- Agile experience preferred
Benefits
- Flexible work environment including the ability to work from home on a regular basis
- Annual incentive program
- Equipment allowances including a second monitor, mouse, and keyboard
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Hard Skills & Tools
product managementdigital productsdata analysischange managementproject managementAI experimentationperformance evaluationKPI measurementquality managementstakeholder prioritization
Soft Skills
interpersonal skillscollaborationcommunicationownershipaccountabilityproblem-solvingflexibilityself-directioncreativityorganization