VP, Product Management for Higher Ed (Remote)

Cengage Group is a global education technology company dedicated to helping students discover the power and joy of learning. As the Vice President of Product Management for the Higher Ed business, you will lead the product strategy, manage a team of product managers, and drive customer-centric innovation to enhance product offerings.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with business leaders and customers to define a clear product vision that aligns with business goals and customer outcomes
• Prioritize initiatives based on measurable customer impact, business value, and technical feasibility
• Partner closely with engineering, design, marketing, and other teams to foster collaboration and empower product teams
• Establish robust discovery and delivery processes to validate product opportunities and iterate based on customer feedback and data
• Define clear metrics to measure product and team success
• Develop a team of skilled product managers who act as mini-CEOs for their products

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a comparable area, or equivalent experience
• 12 years of experience in product management in a technology organization
• In-depth knowledge and experience with the Product Operating Model, including leading empowered product teams and driving outcomes
• 10 years of experience in product management leadership roles, with a track record of building and leading empowered teams
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Proven experience in successfully launching and scaling innovative products
• Strong analytical and data-driven approach
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• An advanced degree, such as an MBA