CDK GLOBAL INC
Dir, Product Management - Parts Solutions
CDK GLOBAL INC, Hoffman Estates, Illinois, us, 60179
Are you a product leader who thrives on solving complex problems? Join our team and use your skills to develop innovative automotive parts that meet the evolving needs of our customers.As a key leader of the Fixed Operations product team, the
Dir, Product Management
is responsible for defining the
Parts Solutions
product portfolio roadmap and executing on product vision & strategy, while executing plans that meet growth and profitable targets.
CDK Parts Solutions
is a critical component within Fixed Operations:
Parts Solutions
verifies orders before shipping and tracks them from the moment received to when loaded onto the delivery truck, improving efficiency and accuracy of CDK customers’ inventory and deliveries.As the
Dir, Product Management – Parts , you will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following essential functions and responsibilities:Define and drive adoption of
Parts
product line, achieving target NPS scores.Build a world-class product management team, driving team goals & development plans, demonstrated in engagement scores and achievement of target Objectives and Key Results.Create full-life cycle portfolio plan, executing on new products through end-of-life (EOL).Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, support, and product marketing to accelerate time-to-value (TTV) for customers and time-to-revenue (TTR) for CDK by managing the full lifecycle.Act as a thought leader in the industry on product domain and product management function, providing leadership & direction through product managers.Define and drive the roadmap of the Parts portfolio, owning the performance & results of the Parts portfolio.Participate in the creation & execution of the business plan. Contribute to the development of functional strategy (hiring, process, development).Make decisions guided by functional or major operational segment strategy and priorities.Articulate and present market trends, demand drivers, and competitive dynamics to inform product roadmap & priorities while integrating market research, persona research, and usability studies to evolve existing products in the market.Drive initiatives to capture & implement customer requirements.Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business, Engineering, or equivalent industry experience.10+ years of Product Management and/or equivalent experience in Enterprise SaaS, full lifecycle management.Experience managing and influencing cross-functional, large teams.Experience in Agile software/DevOps methodologies & working with globally distributed teams.Excellent critical thinking skills; ability to make decisions in a dynamic environment.Outstanding written & verbal communication skills – Must be comfortable presenting to senior-level internal stakeholders and external customers.Must listen to understand; consider the points of view of others, collaborate, and build consensus cross-functionally.Strong financial acumen to support the development of business cases/monetization options.Highly motivated ‘go-getter' driven to achieve business results with the ability to remain positive & focused on delivering customer outcomes.Experience in mentoring & growing product management expertise in teams using standard industry frameworks.Proven track record in incubating new initiatives with successful product launches delivering market share growth.Experience in driving partnerships & non-organic growth.Travel up to 25% of the time (this is a customer-facing product leader!).Strongly Preferred Experience:Advanced degree (i.e.: MBA, MA Computer Science, Engineering)Automotive domain experience, particularly within Fixed Operations and automotive Parts.Pragmatic Institute Experience.Base Salary Range:
$190,000 - $230,000CDK Global is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Compensation packages are based on several factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, certifications, and work location. The total compensation package for this position may also include annual performance bonuses, benefits, and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans. We offer Medical, dental, and vision benefits in addition to:Paid Time Off (PTO)401K Matching ProgramTuition ReimbursementAt CDK, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential in inspiring meaningful connections to our people, customers, and communities. We are open, curious, and encourage different views, so that everyone can be their best selves and make an impact.CDK is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive workforce where everyone is valued. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, creed or religion, age, disability (including pregnancy), results of genetic testing, service in the military, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.Applicants for employment in the US must be authorized to work in the US. CDK may offer employer visa sponsorship to applicants.
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Dir, Product Management
is responsible for defining the
Parts Solutions
product portfolio roadmap and executing on product vision & strategy, while executing plans that meet growth and profitable targets.
CDK Parts Solutions
is a critical component within Fixed Operations:
Parts Solutions
verifies orders before shipping and tracks them from the moment received to when loaded onto the delivery truck, improving efficiency and accuracy of CDK customers’ inventory and deliveries.As the
Dir, Product Management – Parts , you will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following essential functions and responsibilities:Define and drive adoption of
Parts
product line, achieving target NPS scores.Build a world-class product management team, driving team goals & development plans, demonstrated in engagement scores and achievement of target Objectives and Key Results.Create full-life cycle portfolio plan, executing on new products through end-of-life (EOL).Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, support, and product marketing to accelerate time-to-value (TTV) for customers and time-to-revenue (TTR) for CDK by managing the full lifecycle.Act as a thought leader in the industry on product domain and product management function, providing leadership & direction through product managers.Define and drive the roadmap of the Parts portfolio, owning the performance & results of the Parts portfolio.Participate in the creation & execution of the business plan. Contribute to the development of functional strategy (hiring, process, development).Make decisions guided by functional or major operational segment strategy and priorities.Articulate and present market trends, demand drivers, and competitive dynamics to inform product roadmap & priorities while integrating market research, persona research, and usability studies to evolve existing products in the market.Drive initiatives to capture & implement customer requirements.Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business, Engineering, or equivalent industry experience.10+ years of Product Management and/or equivalent experience in Enterprise SaaS, full lifecycle management.Experience managing and influencing cross-functional, large teams.Experience in Agile software/DevOps methodologies & working with globally distributed teams.Excellent critical thinking skills; ability to make decisions in a dynamic environment.Outstanding written & verbal communication skills – Must be comfortable presenting to senior-level internal stakeholders and external customers.Must listen to understand; consider the points of view of others, collaborate, and build consensus cross-functionally.Strong financial acumen to support the development of business cases/monetization options.Highly motivated ‘go-getter' driven to achieve business results with the ability to remain positive & focused on delivering customer outcomes.Experience in mentoring & growing product management expertise in teams using standard industry frameworks.Proven track record in incubating new initiatives with successful product launches delivering market share growth.Experience in driving partnerships & non-organic growth.Travel up to 25% of the time (this is a customer-facing product leader!).Strongly Preferred Experience:Advanced degree (i.e.: MBA, MA Computer Science, Engineering)Automotive domain experience, particularly within Fixed Operations and automotive Parts.Pragmatic Institute Experience.Base Salary Range:
$190,000 - $230,000CDK Global is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Compensation packages are based on several factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, certifications, and work location. The total compensation package for this position may also include annual performance bonuses, benefits, and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans. We offer Medical, dental, and vision benefits in addition to:Paid Time Off (PTO)401K Matching ProgramTuition ReimbursementAt CDK, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential in inspiring meaningful connections to our people, customers, and communities. We are open, curious, and encourage different views, so that everyone can be their best selves and make an impact.CDK is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive workforce where everyone is valued. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, creed or religion, age, disability (including pregnancy), results of genetic testing, service in the military, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.Applicants for employment in the US must be authorized to work in the US. CDK may offer employer visa sponsorship to applicants.
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