Overview
Blue Yonder, a leading supply chain software company, is seeking a Product Director to join our Product Management team. This is a highly visible and impactful role responsible for leading the development and execution of our product strategy. The Product Director will work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, sales, and marketing, to bring new products to market that meet the needs of our customers.
What You'll Do
- Contribute to the development and execution of the product strategy for our suite of supply chain software products, specifically focusing on the transition from traditional S&OP to IBP.
- Conduct market research and stay current with industry trends and competitor activities.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that products are delivered on time and meet customer needs.
- Participate in defining and prioritizing the product roadmap, gathering customer requirements, and making data-driven recommendations for product enhancements.
- Measure and analyze the success of product launches and make recommendations for future improvements.
- Communicate product vision and strategy to stakeholders, both internally and externally.
What We Are Looking For
- IBP/S&OP Mastery: 5+ years of deep domain knowledge in Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) and/or Integrated Business Planning (IBP).
- Experience: You have been either a practitioner (Planning Manager, S&OP Director) or have led the delivery/consulting of S&OP/IBP transformations for large enterprises.
- Technical Literacy: Familiarity with planning concepts like demand planning, supply planning, financial reconciliation, and scenario-based decision-making for different decision horizons.
- Product Management: Prior experience in Product Management is a significant bonus but not strictly required if you have extensive delivery or practitioner experience.
- Leadership: Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence without direct authority.
- Problem Solving: Ability to translate abstract business requirements into concrete software requirements.
- Customer Obsession: A passion for supporting early-stage customers in their digital transformation journeys.
- Adaptability: Thrives in a fast-paced environment where the product is rapidly evolving based on customer feedback.
- Market Knowledge: Knowledge of the supply chain software industry and the competitive landscape
Our Values
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
