Associate Director Product Management - Consumer Products/Retail

Publicis Groupe; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in digital transformation is seeking an Associate Director of Product Management to lead product strategy and drive innovation. You will work with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives while mentoring teams. This role requires strong leadership, communication skills, and a proven track record in product management. Join us in shaping the future of digital products and customer experiences.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in product management with a proven track record.
• Experience in working with retail or consumer products clients.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the product vision and strategy.
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products.
• Conduct market research and user feedback sessions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Data-Driven Decision-Making

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Product Management, Computer Science

Tools

Cloud-Based Platforms

AI/ML Integration

Job description

Company Description

Publicis Sapient is a digital transformation partner helping established organizations get to their future, digitally enabled state, both in the way they work and the way they serve their customers. We help unlock value through a start-up mindset and modern methods, fusing strategy, consulting, and customer experience with agile engineering and problem-solving creativity. United by our core values and our purpose of helping people thrive in the brave pursuit of next, our 20,000+ people in 53 offices around the world combine experience across technology, data sciences, consulting, and customer obsession to accelerate our clients’ businesses through designing the products and services their customers truly value.

Job Description

As an Associate Director of Product Management, you will lead product strategy, drive digital transformation, and work with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the product vision, ensuring alignment with business objectives, and mentoring teams to drive innovation and customer-centric product development.

Responsibilities

• Define, communicate, and execute the product vision and strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals and market opportunities.
• Lead cross-functional teams to develop and deliver high-quality products, ensuring customer satisfaction and business impact.
• Work closely with engineering, design, and business teams to create data-driven, user-centric products.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and user feedback sessions to refine product offerings.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to track product success and iterate accordingly.
• Mentor and coach product managers, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Partner with executive leadership to shape the long-term digital and product strategy.
• Advocate for customer needs, ensuring that product decisions are driven by user insights and business value.
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to drive innovation.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in product management, with a proven track record of delivering successful digital products.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and drive alignment across cross-functional teams.
• Experience in working with retail or consumer products clients.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to translate complex challenges into strategic product opportunities.
• Hands-on experience with roadmapping, backlog prioritization, and user story creation.
• Experience in working with engineering teams and familiarity with modern technology stacks.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to present product strategies to executives.
• Understanding of customer research, analytics, and data-driven decision-making.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Product Management, Computer Science, or a related field.

Set Yourself Apart With

• Experience in leading large-scale digital transformation initiatives.
• Knowledge of cloud-based platforms, AI/ML integration, or emerging technology trends.
• Thought leadership in product management and innovation.

Additional Information

• Publicis Sapient UK is a disability confident employer and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment. We encourage individuals with disabilities and long-term conditions to apply for this position and we will provide adjustments where possible throughout the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments at any point on the process, please get in touch as soon as possible by emailing [e-mail]. Publicis Sapient UK will then work with you to explore and implement adjustments as and where these are possible. If you have any questions regarding adjustments, please email us: [e-mail]
• Publicis Sapient fosters an inclusive environment through our inspirational business resource groups. To learn more, please visit https://careers.publicissapient.com/life-at-ps/diversity-inclusion