at Information Resources, Inc DBA Circana Inc in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Let's be unstoppable together!Circana (formerly IRI and NPD) is the leading advisor on the complexity of consumer behavior. Through unparalleled technology, advanced analytics, cross-industry data and deep expertise, we provide clarity that helps almost 7,000 of the world's leading brands and retailers take action and unlock business growth. We are a recognized leader in equality and have consistent year-over-year increases in client satisfaction and business growth. Circana also offers flexible time off and a hybrid work environment. Join our inclusive, committed team to be a challenger, own outcomes, and stay curious together. Learn more at www.circana.com.
Position Overview
The Director, E-Commerce Product Management will own a suite of e-commerce market measurement solutions with responsibility for product performance, client experience and revenue attainment. He or she will participate in the development and leadership of product strategy based on Circana's underlying content, technology, and analytic capabilities, and will support all aspects of the business including client implementation expertise, commercial engagements, marketing collateral, product P&L as well as creating and executing product roadmaps. Specifically, this role will focus on e-commerce suite of solutions for CPG, Gen Merch and Retail clients. These products are leveraged by hundreds of Circana's top clients and serve as foundational solutions underlying a broader set of Circana's offerings.
As part of his or her responsibilities, the Director, E-Commerce Product Management will work closely with other Product team peers, as well as with Data Science, Commercial, Operations, Tech, Legal and Finance teams.
Responsibilities:
- Own and lead development and execution of product roadmaps including new product development as well as existing product enhancements.
- Collaborate with cross-industry Product peers, Commercial and Retail teams to develop and manage product expansion prioritization objectives through acquisition of new e-commerce retailers, including DTCs, and expansion of existing retailers' scope.
- Develop product sales policies, product pricing, financial analyses and business models demonstrating strategic foresight and added value for both clients and Circana.
- Collaborate with Operations and Tech teams and act as the E-Commerce product subject matter expert and a trusted advisor for new client implementations, restatements, and new product releases.
- Document product requirements and conduct User Acceptance Testing for new product launches and feature expansions.
- Develop and maintain product demos and best in class reporting templates.
- Develop and maintain product go to market collateral including sales decks, product showcase presentations, product facts sheets, etc.
- Support commercial and client facing engagements including proposals, RFPs and client meetings / product demos.
Qualifications:
- Undergraduate degree is required; advanced degree is a plus
- Minimum 4 years' experience with market measurement data within the Manufacturer or Retailer environment
- Minimum 4 years' experience with e-commerce and omnichannel market measurement and insights solutions
- Familiarity with data management concepts including product categorization, product attributes, restatements and change management
- Experience with software product management, agile methodologies, and new software or data product development is highly desired
- Proficiency in business intelligence and data visualization tools
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to foster collaborative interaction with cross-functional teams
- Strong client presence with demonstrated experience participating and/or leading commercial engagements
Circana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 or any other characteristic protected by law.
