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Head of Product Management (f/m/d)

Aleph Alpha

Aleph Alpha

Product
Heidelberg, Germany
Posted on Oct 29, 2024

Overview:

As the Head of Product at Aleph Alpha, you will hold a pivotal leadership position responsible for defining and executing the product vision and strategy across our AI-driven product portfolio. You will lead a talented team of product managers, designers, and analysts to innovate and deliver cutting-edge products that address market needs and drive business growth. The ideal candidate has a strong background in product management, a deep understanding of AI technologies, and a passion for customer-centric product development.

Your responsibilities:

  • Product Strategy & Vision: Define and articulate the product vision and strategy in alignment with company goals. Identify market opportunities and establish product roadmaps that prioritize key initiatives.

  • Market Research & Analysis: Conduct extensive market research to gain insights into customer needs, competitive landscape, and industry trends. Utilize this information to guide product development and positioning.

  • Cross-functional collaboration: Collaborate closely with engineering, marketing, sales, and customer support teams to ensure successful product delivery and alignment across the organization. Foster a culture of communication and teamwork.

  • Product Lifecycle Management: Oversee the entire product lifecycle, including ideation, development, launch, and post-launch evaluation. Drive continuous improvement initiatives based on user feedback and performance metrics.

  • Team Leadership: Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing product management team, providing guidance and support to drive individual and team success in a collaborative environment.

  • Customer Engagement: Engage directly with customers and stakeholders to gather feedback, validate product concepts, and ensure products meet their needs, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.

  • Performance Metrics: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure product success and drive actionable insights. Analyze and report on product performance to stakeholders at all levels.

Your profile:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (MBA preferred).

  • 8+ years of experience in product management, with a strong focus on AI or technology-related products.

  • Proven track record of successfully managing the entire product lifecycle and delivering impactful products to market.

  • Strong understanding of AI technologies and their application in real-world scenarios, with the ability to translate technical concepts into customer benefits.

  • Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, with experience in building and leading high-performing teams.

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.

  • Experience with Agile methodologies and tools for product management is a plus.

  • Strong communication skills, capable of conveying complex ideas to diverse audiences, including technical and non-technical stakeholders.

What you can expect from us:

  • Become part of an AI revolution

  • 30 Days of paid vacation

  • Flexible working hours

  • Join a dynamic start-up and a rapidly growing team

  • Work with international industry and science experts

  • Take on responsibility and shape our company and technology

  • Regular team events