Overview:
the role:
the market technology experience director is at the forefront of driving the development and innovation of technology products. This role involves strategic oversight, team leadership, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver cutting-edge solutions that meet market demands, exceed customer expectations, and foster operational excellence.
how you would contribute:
- lead the technology product development team in ideating, designing, and delivering innovative technology solutions.
- collaborate with finance, operations, engineering, marketing, sales, and customer service teams to define product vision and roadmap.
- oversee the entire product lifecycle, from concept through development, launch, and continuous improvement.
- conduct market research to identify trends, assess competition, and understand customer needs.
- foster a culture of innovation within the team, encouraging new ideas and approaches to product development.
- manage budgets, timelines, and resources to ensure projects are completed on time and within cost constraints.
- ensure product compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including vendors, partners, and customers.
what's special about the team:
- innovation focus: our team is dedicated to innovation, constantly exploring new ideas and technologies to create products that can disrupt markets or create entirely new ones.
- cross-functional collaboration: the department often works in cross-functional teams, combining expertise from various fields like finance, supply chain, engineering, design, marketing, and user experience to develop products that are not only technologically advanced but also user-friendly and market-ready.
- agile methodology: our teams adopt agile methodologies, allowing for flexibility, rapid iteration, and the ability to adapt to changing market demands quickly.
- customer-centric: it places a strong emphasis on understanding customer needs and developing products that solve real-world problems, ensuring that the end product is something that customers will value and use.
- strategic alignment: the department aligns product development with the company's strategic goals, ensuring that the products contribute to the overall success and growth of the business.
- lifecycle management: it's not just about creating new products but also managing them throughout their lifecycle, from inception to retirement, ensuring they continue to meet customer needs and company standards.
- market research: conducting thorough market research is a staple in technology product development, ensuring that the products being developed have a viable market and are positioned correctly against competitors.
supervisory responsibilities:
- team leadership: overseeing a team of product managers, designers, and developers. This includes hiring, training, and mentoring staff to ensure they are equipped to meet the department's goals.
- strategic planning: aligning the product development strategy with the company's business objectives and ensuring that the team's efforts support these goals.
- project oversight: managing the product lifecycle from conception through development, launch, and iteration. This involves setting timelines, budgets, and ensuring that projects stay on track.
- innovation management: encouraging and facilitating innovation within the team, staying abreast of industry trends, and integrating new technologies and methodologies where beneficial.
- stakeholder communication: acting as a liaison between the product development team and other stakeholders, including customers, marketing, sales, and senior management.
- quality assurance: implementing and overseeing quality assurance protocols to maintain high standards of technical work and product output.
- performance evaluation: setting performance metrics for the team and individual members, monitoring progress, and providing feedback and coaching to improve outcomes.
- resource allocation: ensuring that the team has the necessary resources, including technology, tools, and personnel, to effectively develop new products.
- risk management: identifying potential risks in the product development process and creating strategies to mitigate these risks.
- market analysis: conducting market research to inform product development and ensure that new products meet customer needs and have a competitive edge.
job qualifications:
*skills and background required to be successful*:
- at least 10 years of experience in technology product development, with a strong portfolio of successful product launches.
- demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to manage and inspire a multidisciplinary team.
- strong project management skills, with proficiency in agile and other development methodologies.
- excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with all levels of