Discovery Education
Director, Product Management
Discovery Education, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
We are looking for a highly skilled Director, Product Management to lead product development for Mystery Science, a part of Discovery Education.As a product leader, you will be involved in every aspect of product development from strategic planning, user and market research and understanding, problem definition and prioritization, product feature design and implementation and metric and KPI measurement.You will lead a small but fast-moving team of PMs and a small cross-functional team of your own as well.As the Director of Product Management, you will report to the SVP of Product and Design at Discovery Education (our parent company).
In This Role You Will:Drive a wide range of product initiatives and product planningDevelop a coherent product plan that addresses the needs of classroom teachers, students, and our businessLead the team in building a product vision and translating it into a strategy that addresses the needs of the samePartner with Engineering teams to understand complex trade-offs, align on scope, and ensure a positive impact on the user experienceHave a broad range of responsibilities and latitude. You may coach one of your PMs one day, develop a product improvement strategy the next, and present that strategy companywide the following weekCommunicate product plans, build consensus, work collaboratively, and align priorities with stakeholders across the organizationOwn product OKRs and lead a cross-functional team in the execution which will include trade-offs, staffing projections and risks, and clear and consistent communicationCore Competencies for Success:Exceptional people management track record and the ability to develop great talentExperience leading cross-functional teams and workstreams that deliver resultsRecord of leading or a demonstrable ability to lead empowered, autonomous cross-functional teams in a product-led growth environmentUnique ability to look at things through a customer/user lensCredentials and Experience:5+ years of Product Management experience ideally working with multiple user personas or consumer-facing product(s)Legal right to work in the United StatesThis role is designed to be in our Charlotte, NC Headquarters on hybrid schedules or worked remotely for candidates not within driving distance.At Discovery Education, we are fulfilling our mission of preparing learners for tomorrow by creating innovative classrooms connected to today's world. Serving more than 4.5 million educators and 45 million students, available in approximately half of U.S. classrooms and primary schools in the UK, and more than 140 countries around the globe; we are on a journey to transform teaching and learning through innovative partnerships with school districts, states, ministries of education, and other like-minded organizations.We have built an award-winning and highly reputable organization because of talented and driven people who work together to accelerate student achievement by tapping into students' natural curiosity and desire to learn by capturing their minds and imagination through the fascination of Discovery.Why Join Discovery Education?Discovery Education believes empowering each team member is vital to cultivating high performing, highly engaged teams. Being a part of our team means we partner together to achieve mutual goals. To this end, Discovery Education offers a robust and comprehensive insurance package. You can find a complete listing on our Career Page.Along with traditional insurance offerings, our inclusive offerings center around:Career Development Ownership - Be the driver of your success!Continuing Education AND Tuition Reimbursement ProgramsMentorship program and collaboration with veteran leadersConstant opportunities for cross-functional training and skill buildingUncapped career growthTeam Member Wellness – When you feel great, you do great work!Leave for life’s moments including 7 recognized holidaysTake PTO without the vacation guiltUp to 12 weeks of Paid Parental LeaveAnnual Winter Holiday Break (typically the last week of December)This opportunity is perfect for people interested in joining a high-performing, collaborative team, who enjoy a dynamic industry, and are excited about high-impact, project-based work. Inspired? We would love the opportunity to review your candidacy! Select the blue “Apply Now” button at the bottom left of the screen to begin your application.Discovery Education is an equal opportunity employer. Discovery Education is committed to being an employer of choice, not just a good place to work, but a great and inclusive place to work. To that end, we strive to recruit and maintain a workforce that meaningfully represents the diverse and culturally rich communities that we serve. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disabled status or genetic information.
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In This Role You Will:Drive a wide range of product initiatives and product planningDevelop a coherent product plan that addresses the needs of classroom teachers, students, and our businessLead the team in building a product vision and translating it into a strategy that addresses the needs of the samePartner with Engineering teams to understand complex trade-offs, align on scope, and ensure a positive impact on the user experienceHave a broad range of responsibilities and latitude. You may coach one of your PMs one day, develop a product improvement strategy the next, and present that strategy companywide the following weekCommunicate product plans, build consensus, work collaboratively, and align priorities with stakeholders across the organizationOwn product OKRs and lead a cross-functional team in the execution which will include trade-offs, staffing projections and risks, and clear and consistent communicationCore Competencies for Success:Exceptional people management track record and the ability to develop great talentExperience leading cross-functional teams and workstreams that deliver resultsRecord of leading or a demonstrable ability to lead empowered, autonomous cross-functional teams in a product-led growth environmentUnique ability to look at things through a customer/user lensCredentials and Experience:5+ years of Product Management experience ideally working with multiple user personas or consumer-facing product(s)Legal right to work in the United StatesThis role is designed to be in our Charlotte, NC Headquarters on hybrid schedules or worked remotely for candidates not within driving distance.At Discovery Education, we are fulfilling our mission of preparing learners for tomorrow by creating innovative classrooms connected to today's world. Serving more than 4.5 million educators and 45 million students, available in approximately half of U.S. classrooms and primary schools in the UK, and more than 140 countries around the globe; we are on a journey to transform teaching and learning through innovative partnerships with school districts, states, ministries of education, and other like-minded organizations.We have built an award-winning and highly reputable organization because of talented and driven people who work together to accelerate student achievement by tapping into students' natural curiosity and desire to learn by capturing their minds and imagination through the fascination of Discovery.Why Join Discovery Education?Discovery Education believes empowering each team member is vital to cultivating high performing, highly engaged teams. Being a part of our team means we partner together to achieve mutual goals. To this end, Discovery Education offers a robust and comprehensive insurance package. You can find a complete listing on our Career Page.Along with traditional insurance offerings, our inclusive offerings center around:Career Development Ownership - Be the driver of your success!Continuing Education AND Tuition Reimbursement ProgramsMentorship program and collaboration with veteran leadersConstant opportunities for cross-functional training and skill buildingUncapped career growthTeam Member Wellness – When you feel great, you do great work!Leave for life’s moments including 7 recognized holidaysTake PTO without the vacation guiltUp to 12 weeks of Paid Parental LeaveAnnual Winter Holiday Break (typically the last week of December)This opportunity is perfect for people interested in joining a high-performing, collaborative team, who enjoy a dynamic industry, and are excited about high-impact, project-based work. Inspired? We would love the opportunity to review your candidacy! Select the blue “Apply Now” button at the bottom left of the screen to begin your application.Discovery Education is an equal opportunity employer. Discovery Education is committed to being an employer of choice, not just a good place to work, but a great and inclusive place to work. To that end, we strive to recruit and maintain a workforce that meaningfully represents the diverse and culturally rich communities that we serve. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disabled status or genetic information.
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