Data Product Manager

CRC Group; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CRC Group is seeking a Data Product Owner to serve as the liaison between underwriting and the data warehouse/reporting teams. You will translate underwriting needs into clear technical requirements and guide delivery across multiple verticals.

You will meet with underwriting to capture objectives, document requirements, and prioritize work with data science/BI teams. You will ensure alignment, manage backlog, and drive adoption of reporting outputs.

Qualifications

• Strong ability to translate ambiguous business asks into clear data requirements.
• Experience gathering requirements for data warehouse/BI/reporting projects.
• Familiarity with insurance underwriting concepts is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Meet regularly with underwriting teams to understand objectives and data needs.
• Capture and document business requirements for reporting and data teams.
• Partner with data warehouse/reporting teams to scope, prioritize and establish work.
• Serve as the translator between business stakeholders and technical teams.
• Manage backlog items and participate in agile ceremonies and delivery cadence.
• Validate delivered reporting and data outputs against original business intent.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with division owners and leadership.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Independent worker

Stakeholder management

Agile delivery

BI tooling familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Ticketing systems

Data warehouse

BI reporting tools

Job description

Regular or Temporary: Regular Language Fluency: English (Required) Work Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)

Please review the following job description:

The Data Product Owner serves as the liaison between underwriting and the data warehouse and reporting teams. This role partners directly with underwriting leadership to understand their reporting and data needs, translates those needs into clear requirements for the data and engineering teams, and follows the work through delivery. The role can span multiple verticals depending on size and complexity.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Meet regularly with underwriting teams to understand business objectives, reporting priorities, and evolving data needs.
• Capture and document business requirements in clear, unambiguous language that reporting and engineering teams can build from directly.
• Partner with the data warehouse and reporting teams to scope, prioritize, and establish work.
• Serve as the translator between business stakeholders and technical teams, ensuring each side understands the other’s constraints and intent.
• Manage backlog items and development boards; participate in agile ceremonies and delivery cadence.
• Validate delivered reporting and data outputs against original business intent and drive adoption within the vertical.
• Apply critical thinking as new and expansionary products come into scope, identifying downstream data and reporting implications.
• Build and maintain trusted working relationships with division owners and vertical leadership.

Location: This role is remote for Eastern, Central or Mountain time zones.

Education and Experience

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Technology, Analytics, or a related field, or equivalent work experience. 4+ years of experience in business analysis, data analysis, or product ownership. Demonstrated experience gathering requirements and delivering alongside data warehouse, BI, or reporting teams. Familiarity with insurance industry concepts and terminology — particularly underwriting — is strongly preferred. Experience working in an agile environment using development boards or ticketing systems.

Functional Skills

• Strong analytical ability — able to take an ambiguous business ask and work it down to the underlying data need.
• Clear written communication, especially in translating business needs into written requirements.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities across multiple verticals.
• Ability to build professional relationships with division owners and senior business stakeholders.
• Comfort with agile delivery practices and backlog management.
• Working familiarity with reporting and BI tooling and core data warehouse concepts.

Preferred Skills

• Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) or equivalent is a plus.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus.

General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of CRC Group

At CRC Group, we're committed to supporting every aspect of teammates' well-being – physical, emotional, financial, social, and professional. Our best-in-class benefits program is designed to care for the whole you, offering a wide range of coverage and support. Eligible full-time teammates enjoy access to medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and AD&D insurance; tax-advantaged savings accounts; and a 401(k) plan with company match. CRC Group also offers generous paid time off programs, including company holidays, vacation and sick days, new parent leave, and more. Eligible positions may also qualify for restricted stock units and/or a deferred compensation plan.

CRC Group supports a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or other classification protected by law.

CRC Group is a Drug Free Workplace.

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Why CRC Group

• Growth: Advance your career with our learning and leadership development programs.
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• Community: Be part of a supportive team that celebrates success together.
• Benefits: Enjoy competitive compensation, health benefits, and retirement plans.

Who We’re Looking For

We seek passionate individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. If you value integrity and are driven to succeed, CRC Group is the place for you.