Kshema - Senior Product Manager - Roadmap & Strategy

Job Title : Senior Product Manager

Location : Hyderabad

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Summary :

We are seeking a seasoned and strategic Senior Product Manager with 15+ years of experience to lead the development and execution of innovative product strategies.

This role requires a deep understanding of the product lifecycle, market analysis, user experience, and cross-functional leadership.

The Senior Product Manager will be responsible for driving product vision, defining roadmap priorities, and leading product teams to deliver impactful solutions for our customers.

Key Responsibilities :

Requirements Gathering and Management :

- Deep understanding and experience in gathering business requirements and translating them to BRDs, FRDs, Epics, Features and User Stories.

- Ability to clearly articulate the acceptance criteria.

Product Strategy & Vision :

- Develop and communicate the overall product strategy and vision, aligned with company goals and market trends.

Leadership :

- Lead cross-functional teams (Engineering, Design, Marketing, Sales, etc.) to drive the successful delivery of products from ideation to launch and post-launch optimization.

Roadmap Management :

- Define, prioritize, and communicate product roadmap, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer needs.

Market Research & Competitive Analysis :

- Conduct thorough market and competitive analysis to inform product decisions, identify trends, and maintain a competitive edge.

Customer-Centric Focus :

- Champion the voice of the customer, integrating feedback into product designs and ensuring exceptional user experiences.

Stakeholder Management :

- Collaborate with senior leadership and stakeholders to ensure product goals are well-defined and progress is consistently tracked and communicated.

UAT and Functional Testing :

- Ability to test the product and the incremental builds.

- Coordination with Business Unit in facilitating UAT and getting sign offs.

Data-Driven Decision Making :

- Utilize data and analytics to assess product performance, iterate on features, and continuously improve the user experience.

Mentorship & Development :

- Provide mentorship and guidance to junior product managers and other team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.

Go-to-Market Strategy :

- Partner with marketing, sales, and customer success teams to define go-to-market strategies and ensure smooth product launches.

Risk Management :

- Anticipate and address potential risks to product delivery, performance, or user adoption, ensuring proactive mitigation strategies are in place.

Qualifications :

Education : Bachelor's degree in business, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. MBA or equivalent advanced degree is a plus.

Experience : 15+ years of product management experience, with a proven track record of successfully launching and scaling products.

Skills :

- Expertise in product lifecycle management, including concept, design, development, and scaling.

- Strong leadership skills with experience managing cross-functional teams.

- Deep understanding of agile methodologies and iterative development processes.

- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

- Proven ability to translate complex customer and business requirements into actionable product strategies.

- Strong communication skills with the ability to engage and influence both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

- Experience in a relevant industry (e.g, SaaS, tech, e-commerce, etc.) is preferred.

Desired Attributes :

- Strategic Thinking : Ability to think both long-term and short-term, balancing immediate deliverables with broader organizational goals.

- Innovation-Driven : Passion for staying at the forefront of product innovation and bringing creative solutions to market.

- Customer-Obsessed : A deep understanding of customer needs, with a track record of delivering products that address real pain points.

- Resilient & Adaptable : Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and navigate through ambiguity.

- Collaborative : Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.

- Industry : Relevant experience in Insurance domain and Industry

Compensation :

- Salary : Competitive salary based on experience