Product Manager (Acquiring Business)

OTT Financial; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

OTT Financial seeks a Product Manager (Acquiring Business) to drive growth in our payment solutions. This role involves developing and managing product strategies, engaging with merchants, and collaborating across teams to enhance our services. The ideal candidate will have over five years of proven experience in product management within fintech, strong knowledge of payment technologies, and excellent project management skills. Join a dynamic team committed to innovation and professional growth in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Free use of onsite gym and sports facilities

Regular company social events

Opportunities for growth and development

Modern, spacious offices close to transportation

Community involvement opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in product management within payments or fintech.
• Strong understanding of merchant acquiring and payment processing.
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally with engineering and marketing teams.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute product strategy for merchant acquiring solutions.
• Lead the end-to-end product lifecycle from concept to launch.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to drive merchant engagement.

Skills

Project Management

Merchant Engagement

Product Development

Channel Partnerships

Payment Technologies

Stakeholder Management

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fields

Job description

OTT Pay Inc. is an established, fully funded fintech company focused on delivering streamlined financial payment solutions. With a strategic focus on both acquiring and issuing business, we are developing a mobile-first platform that offers a wide range of financial services, loyalty programs, and innovative products, including credit cards, payment solutions, e-commerce, gift cards, and more. We are a results-driven, forward-thinking organization that values goal orientation and continuous improvement.

At OTT Pay, you will find abundant opportunities for professional growth, working alongside a talented and diverse team from various industries. Our collaborative and innovative environment fosters learning and development, empowering you to excel and make a tangible impact. This is a unique chance to join a company dedicated to reshaping financial solutions for the future.

We are looking for a Product Manager (Acquiring Business) with a strong background in merchant acquisition to join our growing team. The Product Manager will be reporting to the Chief Product Officer. As a Product Manager (Acquiring Business), you will drive the growth and innovation of our acquiring business, covering both offline and online payment solutions. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong expertise in channel engagement, product development, IT collaboration, and project management to enhance our acquiring product offerings and expand our merchant ecosystem.

How you will contribute :

• Product Development & Management :

o Define and execute the product strategy for merchant acquiring solutions, including POS, e-commerce payment gateways, and alternative payment methods.

o Lead the end-to-end product lifecycle, from concept development, requirements gathering, and design to implementation, launch, and continuous optimization.

o Develop and manage the product roadmap, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer needs.

o Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and user feedback to drive product enhancements and performance improvements.

• Channel Engagement & Business Growth :

o Collaborate with sales, partnerships, and marketing teams to drive merchant acquisition and engagement.

o Develop strategies to optimize distribution channels, including banks, fintech partners, ISOs, and direct sales teams.

o Establish relationships with key stakeholders in the merchant ecosystem, ensuring seamless product adoption and market penetration.

o Work closely with regulatory teams to ensure compliance with payment industry standards and regulations.

o Act as a bridge between business and IT teams, translating product vision into technical requirements.

o Work with engineering, UX / UI, and data teams to ensure timely and high-quality product delivery.

o Lead API integration discussions and ensure seamless connectivity with banks, PSPs, payment networks, and third-party providers.

o Define and oversee testing, QA, and UAT processes before product launches.

• Project Management & Execution :

o Oversee and manage cross-functional teams to ensure successful product development and launch.

o Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and deliverables to keep initiatives on track.

o Identify and mitigate risks and roadblocks that could impact product delivery.

o Coordinate with internal stakeholders to align business objectives with project execution.

What you bring to the table :

• 5+ years of experience in product management within the payments, fintech, or banking industry.
• Strong understanding of merchant acquiring, payment processing, POS systems, online payments, and industry regulations.
• Experience in managing channel partnerships and merchant engagement strategies.
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, compliance, and marketing teams.
• Strong project management skills, including experience with Agile, Scrum, or other project management methodologies.
• Knowledge of payment technologies, including APIs, SDKs, and integration frameworks.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills

Preferred Qualifications :

• Experience working in fintech startups or high-growth payment businesses.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance (PCI DSS, PSD2, AML, etc.).
• Technical background, such as a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fields, or experience working closely with development teams.

What’s in it for you :

• Opportunity to learn and grow with a supportive team
• Centrally located modern and spacious offices close to Eglinton and Leslie
• Free use of onsite gym and sports facilities, and regular company social events
• A chance to work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive and high performing team
• Community involvement through the annual Terry Fox Run
• Tremendous opportunities for Growth and Development

This is an onsite position and the successful candidate will be required to report to the office Mon-Fri from 9 : 00am to 5 : 30pm.

Visit our website at https : / / ottpay.com / .

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, welcoming individuals from various backgrounds and experiences to contribute to the future of payments. At OTT Pay, our engineering team values collaboration, support, and mutual growth. We actively work to build an inclusive culture that encourages the development of all team members. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including those with disabilities. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.

We appreciate all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.