Product Head - Strategy & Roadmap (11-16 yrs)

Responsibilities :

At AheadRace, we prioritize delivering better insights, faster responses, and quicker execution across diverse technologies, platforms, and lifecycles. We strive to provide multiple avenues for gaining a competitive edge, believing that every problem has a solution when tackled with the right people and processes. Our relentless focus on precise execution helps both us and our clients stay ahead in the race.

- Develop and execute a comprehensive product strategy aligned with company goals and market demands.

- Analyze market trends and competitor strategies to refine positioning.

- Lead cross-functional teams (product managers, designers, engineers, QA testers) to create and enhance HCM software solutions.

- Foster collaboration and ensure projects stay on track.

- Continuously assess market trends, customer needs, and competitive offerings.

- Identify opportunities for product innovation and enhancement.

- Define and communicate the product roadmap, prioritizing features based on customer feedback, business impact, and technical feasibility.

- Adjust the roadmap as needed based on changing market conditions.

- Plan and execute successful product launches, including go-to-market strategies, pricing, and marketing campaigns.

- Collaborate with marketing teams to create effective launch materials.

- Work closely with sales, customer support, and marketing to gather customer feedback and address issues.

- Ensure a positive user experience by proactively responding to customer needs.

Technical Skills :

- Familiarity with software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum, etc.).

- Experience with HCM software or enterprise solutions is a plus.

- Understanding of cloud technologies and microservices architecture.

- Proficient in using data analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Tableau) to derive insights and inform product decisions.

- Ability to interpret data sets and make data-driven recommendations.

- Strong skills in conducting market research and competitive analysis.

- Ability to translate market insights into actionable product strategies.

- Experience managing cross-functional teams and leading product development cycles.

- Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello) to track progress and facilitate communication.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate across teams and present strategies to stakeholders.

- Ability to translate technical concepts into clear language for non-technical audiences.

- Strong understanding of user experience principles and design thinking.

- Commitment to gathering customer feedback and incorporating it into product enhancements.