Vice President Product Officer - Commercial Technology Services

Colliers; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Training & development

Global team

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Colliers is seeking a visionary Vice President of Commercial Products to lead the product strategy and execution for proprietary technology platforms, reporting to the Global Head of Commercial Technology Services. You will build and manage several Product Management teams, focusing on AI-first, data-driven software for Colliers Sales and Services professionals worldwide.

This role centers on aligning product bets with Colliers’ global objectives, driving innovation through cross-functional

Qualifications

• 10+ years in product management with 5+ years in a senior leadership role.
• AI and data fluency demonstrated via productizing AI/ML to drive outcomes.
• Enterprise-grade B2B software experience; PropTech/CRE/Financial Services preferred.
• Strong technical background, with preference for Google tech ecosystems.
• Proven leadership in a global, matrixed organization.
• Excellent executive communication and stakeholder alignment.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the long-term product vision, portfolio strategy, and AI-first roadmap for Colliers' commercial tech services.
• Lead multiple Product Management teams; foster cross-functional collaboration between Data, AI, and Software Engineering.
• Oversee lifecycle management of the proprietary platforms using FED (Features, Enhancements, Defects) framework.
• Drive end-to-end lifecycle of platforms to enhance workflow, insights, and client engagement.
• Advance AI-first product models, leveraging cloud ecosystems and enterprise AI to move from insight to action.
• Partner with senior leaders to identify pain points, capture requirements, and drive user adoption of new products.
• Establish KPIs and telemetry to measure ROI and inform future investments.

Skills

Product management

AI fluency

PropTech

Google tech

Leadership

Communication

Job description

As one of Canada’s leading commercial real estate services firms, we are driven by our mission to accelerate success for our people, clients, and communities.

A career at Colliers gives you the opportunity to make an impact, advance your career, and collaborate with top-tier talent. Don’t just take our word for it – we’ve been recognized as a top employer on a number of prestigious lists, including Best Workplaces in Canada, Best Workplaces for Women, Best Workplaces with Most Trusted Executive Teams, among others.

About The Role

We are seeking a visionary Vice President of Commercial Products to lead the product strategy and execution for our proprietary technology platforms. Reporting directly to the Global Head of Commercial Technology Services, you will be responsible for building and managing multiple teams of Product Managers. Your primary focus will be on delivering cutting-edge, data- and AI-driven software products that serve, enable, and accelerate our internal Colliers Sales and Services professionals powering a massive leap forward in how we leverage data to establish engaging, digital-first experiences for our global clients and employees.

• Product Strategy & Vision Define and execute the long-term product vision, portfolio strategy, and AI-first roadmap for our commercial technology services, ensuring investment choices and product bets are tightly aligned to Colliers ’global business objectives
• Team Leadership & Development Lead, mentor, and scale multiple Product Management teams. Foster a culture of cross-functional collaboration, particularly between Data, AI, and Software Engineering, to drive innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Product Operations & FED Governance Lead the strategic prioritization and lifecycle management of the commercial product portfolio using the FED (Features, Enhancements, Defects) framework. You will ensure a balanced delivery model that harmonizes disruptive innovation with continuous platform evolution and operational excellence.
• Proprietary Technology Focus Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of proprietary platforms designed specifically to enhance the workflow, insights, and client engagement capabilities of Colliers Sales and Services professionals.
• AI & Technology Integration Lead the shift to an AI-first product model, identifying where intelligence, automation, and agentic workflows can fundamentally reshape user experience, decision-making, and the commercial value of our platforms. Leverage robust cloud ecosystems and enterprise AI (e.g., Google Cloud, Gemini, predictive analytics, and LLMs) to build scalable, secure, and data-rich products that move from "insight" to "action".
• Stakeholder Alignment Act as a strategic partner to senior business leaders across the global organization to identify pain points, capture requirements, and drive high-velocity user adoption of new internal products and client-facing products
• Performance, Metrics & Outcomes Establish clear KPIs and product telemetry to measure the success, adoption, and ROI of the commercial product portfolio, utilizing data to inform future investments and adapt the strategy

What You Bring

• Experience 10+ years of progressive experience in product management, with at least 5+ years in a senior leadership role (VP, Head of Product, or CPO) managing multiple product teams.
• AI & Data Fluency Demonstrated track record of productizing Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or advanced data analytics to drive measurable business outcomes.
• Domain Knowledge Proven track record of building and launching enterprise-grade, proprietary B2B software products. Experience in PropTech, Commercial Real Estate, or Financial Services is highly advantageous.
• Technical Acumen Strong technical background with a distinct preference for candidates experienced in building products leveraging Google technology ecosystems.
• Leadership Skills Exceptional ability to recruit, develop, and inspire high-performing product management teams in a matrixed, global organization.
• Communication Outstanding executive-level communication and presentation skills, with the ability to bridge the gap between technical teams and business stakeholders.

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization.

Colliers does not use AI-enabled tools to sort or decline applications. All decisions are made by our talent acquisition team.

What we offer

• Work on cutting-edge initiatives that shape our communities, drive our growth, and make a tangible impact.
• Advance your career and achieve your goals with industry-leading training and development programs.
• Enjoy a comprehensive and flexible benefits package along with competitive compensation that rewards your contributions and supports your well-being.
• Join our enterprising team where innovation thrives, collaboration is key, and our people are empowered to be their authentic selves and do their best work.
• Our robust North American Diversity & Inclusion Program features eight Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), where you can connect, learn, and contribute to a diverse and supportive community. Learn more https://www.collierscanada.com/en-ca/careers/diversity-and-inclusion
• Join a global team of 24,000 professionals across 70 countries, where you'll expand your network and learn from experts in a dynamic international community. Accelerate your career and enhance your expertise as you connect and collaborate with top talent around the world.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Colliers is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. Colliers encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will accommodate applicants' disability-related needs, up to the point of undue hardship, throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the recruitment team by email at [e-mail].