Director, Product ManagementDepartment: Product Research & DevelopmentEmployment Type: FestanstellungLocation: Deutschland, RemoteDescriptionThe Director of Product Management leads the Product Management team for the SMB & HQR product group, which currently includes MyFactory, Proffix, Siloc, Clipper, Helios, Garp, 123 Insight, and BPSC. They manage Product Managers responsible for these products and ensure the correct application of the global Forterro Strategy within their portfolio. This includes overseeing investments, defining budgets in collaboration with the R&D Director, and validating product roadmaps and priorities.The Director ensures the implementation of unified Product Management processes and tools across the portfolio. As part of the Product and R&D leadership team, they are involved in strategic planning and lead key transformation projects for the department.ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with the R&D Director to determine appropriate investment levels based on established models and guidelines.Align product strategy, roadmaps, and priorities with Forterro’s overall strategy and the Line of Business strategy.Promote and support the Forterro Strategy across the product portfolio.Implement and oversee Product Management processes and tools.Validate key performance indicators related to the product portfolio.Define and support long-term product vision (5-year outlook) and measurement metrics.Approve product roadmap structures, persona definitions, and prioritization criteria.Allocate budgets according to strategic themes and opportunities.Prioritize themes based on value, feasibility, usability, and market data.Decide on modes of execution: Buy, Build, or Partner.Monitor and analyze performance indicators regularly.Participate in defining functional objectives and propose strategic initiatives.Oversee tactical implementation and lead related projects.Set objectives for team members and manage daily team activities.Conduct HR dialogues and manage salary discussions.Skills, Knowledge & ExpertiseKnowledgeStrong industry knowledge, effective communication in English, understanding of software development basics, and awareness of marketing and sales dynamics.Know-howEfficient project management, data analysis for decision-making, solid product management practices, and clear professional communication.Key Behaviors and QualitiesUser-focused, collaborative, curious, empathetic leader who synthesizes ideas well and fosters team spirit. #J-18808-Ljbffr