Associate Product Manager

emergemarket.com; United States; On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a self-motivated Product Owner or Associate Product Manager to join their product team. This role involves managing the product backlog, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving impactful product outcomes. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree and 1-3 years of relevant experience, particularly in the logistics industry. Strong communication skills and familiarity with Agile methodologies are essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in product management or related role.
• Prior experience in logistics industry is required.
• Experience working with offshore engineering teams preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage product backlog and write user stories.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define product requirements.
• Analyze product performance data for ongoing improvements.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Initiative

Technical knowledge

SQL skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Figma

Job description

We are seeking a self-motivated and detail-oriented Product Owner or Associate Product Manager to join our product team. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about solving user problems and driving impactful product outcomes. You will play a key role in translating product requirements, managing the product backlog, and ensuring successful delivery of product initiatives that align with business goals. This is also a great opportunity for someone eager to grow their product skills, learn from a collaborative team, and take on increasing responsibility over time.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with product leadership and stakeholders to gather and define product requirements, ensuring alignment with business objectives and user needs.
• Own and manage the product backlog; write clear user stories, define acceptance criteria, and prioritize features based on value and impact.
• Participate in team stand-ups, lead grooming and planning sessions, and participate in demos and retrospectives as part of the Agile development process.
• Work closely with engineering (offshore), design, and QA teams throughout the product lifecycle to ensure successful delivery.
• Effectively communicate release notes and support go-to-market planning in coordination with product marketing and other stakeholders.
• Analyze product performance data and user feedback to inform ongoing improvements.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Highly organized, adaptable and comfortable with ambiguity and able to take initiative in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to multi-task and context switch effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and product management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Figma, etc.).
• Foundational technical knowledge and basic SQL skills are a plus, including the ability to understand system architecture, read technical documentation, and query databases to extract or analyze product-related data.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in product management, product ownership, business analysis, or a related role (must have previous experience)
• Prior experience working with offshore or distributed engineering teams preferred
• Prior experience working in the logistics industry is required

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to travel occasionally to meet with teams if required.

Compensation:

• 190,000 to 130,000

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