Director, Product Management

Rocky Mountaineer; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in unique rail journeys seeks an innovative Director of Product Management in Vancouver. The role involves strategic leadership, driving product development, and fostering collaboration across teams. Candidates must have significant experience in product management and a strong educational background.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

Employer-paid premiums

Disability benefits

2 annual train tickets after first year

Up to 5% RRSP/TSFA match

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in product management
• At least 5 years in a leadership role
• Deep understanding of agile methodologies

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of product managers
• Oversee the product lifecycle from ideation to value realization
• Build strong partnerships with cross-functional teams

Skills

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving skills

Communication abilities

Interpersonal abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field

Job description

The Director of Product Management reports to the Vice President of Information Technology & Digital Transformation.

Our company, a leader in providing compelling and unique rail journeys, is seeking a highly innovative and collaborative Director of Product Management to join our team. This role is pivotal in driving the strategic vision, building a winning team, and leading the execution of our technology product portfolio. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the product operating model, with a proven track record of leading product managers and cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional employee and guest experiences.

Key Areas of Accountability

1. Leadership & Team Development: Lead and mentor a team of product managers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment. Act as the primary coach for your team, differentiating coaching from direct product management.
2. Strategic Leadership: Define and communicate a clear product vision and strategy aligned with company goals and market opportunities. Lead quarterly planning sessions and ensure team alignment with strategic objectives.
3. Product Development: Oversee the entire product lifecycle from ideation to value realization, ensuring timely insights, prototypes, testing, and solutions are delivered.
4. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Build strong partnerships with engineering, marketing, sales, and operations to ensure cohesive product development and go-to-market strategies. Collaborate closely with the Engineering Director to optimize delivery processes and quality.
5. Market Analysis: Establish standards for conducting comprehensive market research and competitive analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and threats, informing the long-term product strategy.
6. Guest Focus: Promote guest-centric thinking organization-wide, ensuring guest needs and feedback influence product development and organizational objectives.
7. Innovation: Cultivate a culture of innovation by introducing new methods and tools that encourage creativity, experimentation, and continuous improvement. Promote sharing of innovation practices across teams.
8. Performance Metrics: Set and monitor Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) for product teams. Hold managers accountable for outcomes and utilize data to drive focus and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Education, Certifications, Knowledge

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field.

Experience

• Minimum 10 years in product management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Deep understanding of the product operating model and agile methodologies.
• Proven leadership in inspiring teams and driving results.

Skills

• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Vancouver-based; hybrid role requiring a minimum of 3 days in the office.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary range: $160,000 - $180,000 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Eligible for Armstrong Collective’s discretionary bonus.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits, including employer-paid premiums, disability benefits, travel emergency assistance, vacation and sick leave, up to 5% RRSP/TSFA match, and two annual train tickets after the first year.

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