We're looking for highly motivated and experienced Product Owner with a deep understanding of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and the manufacturing domain

Responsibilities :

- Own and Prioritize the Product Backlog : Be the ultimate owner of your product backlog, meticulously defining, refining, and prioritizing user stories, features, and epics to maximize business value and align with the product strategy.

- Translate Vision into Action : Work closely with the Technical Product Manager (or Product Manager) to understand the overall product vision and strategy, breaking it down into actionable, well-defined requirements for the development team.

- Craft Clear User Stories : Write clear, concise, and testable user stories with detailed acceptance criteria, ensuring the development team has a complete understanding of what needs to be built.

- Engage with Stakeholders : Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders (customers, sales, support, internal business units) regarding the product backlog, managing expectations and ensuring their needs are represented.

- Collaborate with the Development Team : Work daily with your agile development team, participating in all agile ceremonies (e.g., sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, retrospectives), answering questions, and providing clarification.

- Accept Completed Work : Review and accept completed user stories, ensuring they meet the defined acceptance criteria and contribute to the overall product quality and user experience.

- Deep Dive into User Needs : Continuously gather and analyze user feedback, market trends, and competitive insights to inform backlog prioritization and ensure the product remains relevant and valuable.

- Become a Domain Expert : Maintain a deep understanding of industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and technological advancements in warehouse management, logistics, and manufacturing.

- Facilitate Communication : Ensure seamless communication and transparency between the development team, stakeholders, and other product functions.

Qualifications :

B.Tech/B.E.

Essential Skills :

- Experience (10+ Years) : A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in product development, with at least 5-7 years specifically as a Product Owner in an agile environment.

- Agile Expertise : Proven hands-on experience applying Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and a deep understanding of the Product Owner role within these frameworks.

- Warehouse Management Expertise : Deep, hands-on expertise with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and a comprehensive understanding of warehouse operations, including inventory management, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, and material flow.

- Manufacturing Domain Knowledge : A strong understanding of the manufacturing industry, including production processes, supply chain dynamics, and the unique challenges faced by manufacturers.

- Industry Experience (Plus) : Direct hands-on experience working within a manufacturing company or developing solutions specifically for the manufacturing sector is a significant advantage.

- Technical Acumen : Ability to understand complex technical concepts, engage in technical discussions with engineering teams, and make informed decisions about feature implementation and technical trade-offs.

- Exceptional Communication : Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences, from engineers to executives and customers.

- Passion for Product Development : A genuine enthusiasm for building innovative products, solving complex problems, and continuously learning and adapting in a fast-paced environment.

- Strategic Thinking : Ability to contribute to and execute a product strategy by effectively managing and prioritizing the product backlog to deliver measurable results.

- Stakeholder Management : Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners.

- Education : Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or a related technical field. A Master's degree or MBA is a plus.

- Certifications (Plus) : Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) or similar certifications are highly desirable.