Director, Product Management

Fourth; London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company seeks a proactive Director of Product – Inventory Solutions to oversee AI-powered inventory management strategies. The role demands extensive experience in product management and a passion for the restaurant and hospitality industry. Join a vibrant team dedicated to innovation and excellence in their services.

Benefits

25-30 Holidays and birthday off

Flexible working hours and hybrid environment

Wellness activities and gym discounts

Laptop and necessary equipment

Healthcare expense claim tools

Professional development and certifications

Annual meetups

Enhanced parenting scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Pension and life insurance options

Qualifications

• 8+ years of product management experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of successful SaaS products.
• Experience in Agile development environments.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the product vision for AI-driven inventory management solutions.
• Lead a product team, fostering a culture of innovation and accountability.
• Engage with customers to understand their inventory management challenges.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in a relevant field

Job description

Fourth is the world’s largest and fastest-growing global leader of end-to-end restaurant and hospitality management technology solutions. We pride ourselves on delivering a world-class SaaS experience for our clients by building long term partnerships starting from the first phone call. We know our recipe for success at Fourth is our amazing team... and that starts with hiring the right people!

Interested in joining our smart, fun, and talented team?

We are the leading AI innovator for restaurant and hospitality back-office solutions. Our cutting-edge platform helps businesses optimize operations, reduce waste, and enhance profitability through AI-driven insights and automation. We’re passionate about transforming how restaurants and hotels manage their inventory, and we’re looking for a visionary leader to drive our product strategy forward.

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Director of Product – Inventory Solutions to lead the development and expansion of our AI-powered inventory management product line. This individual will play a critical role in shaping our product strategy, driving innovation, and ensuring our solutions meet the complex needs of restaurant and hospitality operators. The ideal candidate must have a strong background in Product Management , with experience in inventory and supply chain solutions being highly desirable .

The role . . . Product Strategy & Vision:

• Define and execute the product vision and roadmap for AI-driven inventory management solutions, aligning with company goals and market trends.
• Oversee the development of features such as predictive ordering, supplier engagement, streamlined purchasing, real-time recipe costing, and reliable inventory tracking.
• Identify and prioritize features and enhancements based on customer needs, business value, and competitive landscape.

Leadership & Team Management:

• Lead and mentor a product team, fostering a culture of innovation and accountability.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, design, marketing, sales, and customer success teams.

Customer & Market Insights:

• Engage with customers, prospects, and industry stakeholders to deeply understand their inventory management challenges and opportunities.
• Stay abreast of market trends, competitor offerings, and emerging technologies in AI-driven inventory management.

Product Development Oversight:

• Ensure alignment of product vision and strategy with the work of the Product Team, who will handle user stories, requirements, and acceptance criteria.
• Partner with engineering and design teams to deliver high-quality, user-centric solutions on time and within scope.

Performance Measurement:

• Define and track key product performance metrics, using data-driven insights to inform decision-making.
• Continuously measure the impact of product enhancements on customer satisfaction and business outcomes.

Stakeholder Communication:

• Serve as the product evangelist internally and externally, effectively communicating the value and vision of our AI-powered inventory solutions.
• Present product updates and strategic plans to executive leadership and key stakeholders.

The ideal candidate . . .

• Required Qualifications:
• 8+ years of product management experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of leading the development and launch of successful SaaS products.
• Experience with AI-driven forecasting, supplier management platforms, and inventory tracking solutions is a plus.
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience working in Agile development environments.
• Passion for the restaurant and hospitality industry, with a customer-first mindset.
• Ability to work flexibly across multiple time zones when necessary, as the products serve customers globally.

• Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience in inventory management or supply chain solutions within the restaurant and/or hospitality industry.
• Familiarity with SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) methodology for enterprise-level Agile product management.
• Strong understanding of emerging technologies and trends in AI-driven inventory management.

Benefits

Holidays. We all need to rest so you get 25 basic holidays with the option to grow up to 30 with service + your birthday off + bank holidays!

️️Flexible working! Use our flexible working hours and hybrid working environments to manage it.

️Wellness activities and a lot of pampering included. On top of that, you can add gym subscription discounts.

Laptop and equipment.

Healthcare expense claim tools!

Like in life, at work we also want you to grow with certifications.

Annual meet ups!

Enhanced parenting scheme!

Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan provided.

Pension and life insurance? Several, for you to choose what looks convenient.

On demand pay tools for you to be able to access salary even before the end of the month!

Our Story

In July 2019 Fourth joined forces with HotSchedules to become the global leader in end-to-end restaurant and hospitality management technology solutions. Together, the merged company now represents the world’s largest and only provider of end-to-end restaurant and hospitality management solutions for customers across the globe and of all sizes—from a single location or franchisee restaurant to a global restaurant or hotel chain. The combined company’s complete software-as-service (SaaS) solution suite including scheduling, time & attendance, applicant tracking, training, inventory management / procurement, HR / benefits and payroll services now serves customers in 120,000 locations worldwide and is supported by a dedicated, unified team across offices in the US, UK, Bulgaria, China, Australia, and UAE.

Fourth is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without discrimination because of sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, age, national origin, military status, religion, or disability or any other legally protected status.