Associate Product Owner

Primark Stores Limited; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in the UK is seeking an Associate Product Owner to join their Planning & Forecasting Product team. The role involves assisting in defining product features and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver successful products. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years of experience in product delivery, excellent communication skills, and familiarity with Agile methodologies. The position offers flexible working arrangements and numerous perks.

Benefits

27 days of annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Subsidised cafeteria

Discounts with local partner businesses

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in product ownership or delivery, with a background in retail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Product Owner in defining and prioritising product features and requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product development meets customer needs.
• Monitor product metrics and KPIs to improve the product.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Collaboration skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Experience in product ownership or delivery

Tools

Agile methodologies

Job description

Overview

Primark is an international clothing retailer employing more than 70,000 colleagues across 16 countries in Europe and the US. Founded in Ireland in 1969 under the Penney’s brand, Primark aims to create maximum joy at minimum cost – less money and less impact on the planet. Primark continues to expand across new and existing markets with the aim of reaching 530 stores by the end of 2026. Every person impacts the culture at Primark. Our values: Caring (we always strive to put people first), Dynamic (we bravely push the boundaries to stay ahead) and Together (we learn more, laugh more and achieve more as a team) outline the behaviours we expect of our people as we work with each other, our customers, our suppliers and our partners. Let’s see what impact you can make!

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Associate Product Owner to support our Planning & Forecasting Product team. The successful candidate will work closely with the Product Owner to define and prioritise product features and requirements and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the product is developed and delivered according to customer needs and business goals.

The Planning & Forecasting portfolio supports a diverse range of stakeholders and functions within Primark – including but not limited to Buying & Merchandising. We have responsibility for delivering technology solutions to meet the support the rapidly evolving retail landscape and therefore must be comfortable working in an agile manner and respond to changing business needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Product Owner in defining and prioritising product features and requirements for Products, based on customer feedback and market research.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as engineering, within Technology and key business stakeholders to ensure that the product is developed and delivered according to customer needs and business goals.
• Responsible with the Product Owner for the delivery, implementation and support of applications within the P&F area
• Create and maintain product documentation, including user stories & acceptance criteria.
• Assist with product launch activities, such as coordinating beta testing and training end users within Primark.
• Monitor product metrics and KPIs, and make data-driven decisions to improve the product and drive business results.
• Work with the Product Owner to identify and mitigate risks associated with product development and delivery.
• Support the Product Owner in maintaining a product roadmap and backlog.
• Contribute to the management/ development of BAs in the team
• Oversees & documents the successful implementation of any risks/ controls related to the products

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in product ownership or delivery, with a background in retail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience with Agile methodology and product development processes.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Successful candidates will

• Be a passionate and visionary technologist able to inspire others to challenge and disrupt the current reality to co-create a compelling technology-orientated future business by:
• Being able to scan potential technologies (established, emerging and emergent)
• Finding ways to translate that into business opportunities
• Be able to take people along with you, empowering new ways of working and successfully executing on those opportunities
• Possess proven experience in establishing and growing products
• Have excellent knowledge of relevant business portfolio and functional expertise
• Possess excellent Business partner and supplier leadership skills
• Consistent track record of strategic and innovative thinking
• Consistent record of driving service and delivery improvement
• Excellent communication skills – relatability to non-technical business users and technical resources
• Excellent people leadership and influencing skills
• Possess a “Can Do” attitude.

Let’s talk lifestyle

• 27 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays – with the option to buy up to 5 more.
• Flexible working arrangements, including the opportunity for an early Friday finish.
• Access to a subsidised cafeteria.
• Primark Perks– enjoy discounts with local partner businesses near our offices

Because you can see how we can be better. Innovate, your way.

What’s a career at Primark all about? The positive impact you’re making, the experiences you’re having and the people you’re with. You’re our inspiration. Embrace what sets you apart, own your career and develop in ways you never expected. Leave your mark. And do it your way.

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Our fashion isn’t one-size-fits-all and neither is our culture. Primark promotes equal employment opportunity, we strive to create an inclusive workplace where people can be themselves, access opportunities and thrive together.

If you require extra support at any stage of the selection process, please get in touch with our team at [e-mail].

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