Director, Technology Product Management

compeerfinancial; Bloomington (IL); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Benefits package

Wellness program

Mentorship programs

Job summary

Compeer Financial is seeking a Director, Technology Product Management to shape our digital product portfolio and drive innovation in line with business goals. You will lead a diverse team, scale Agile practices, and partner with Engineering, Operations, and Marketing to deliver aligned product roadmaps.

A strategic mindset and strong talent development are essential to empower teams and deliver measurable outcomes for the organization.

Qualifications

• Leadership and mentoring of cross-functional teams.
• Experience aligning product strategy with business goals.

Responsibilities

• Develop product strategy and roadmaps aligned with business goals.
• Lead agile product teams and scale practices across the organization.
• Collaborate with executives, engineering, operations and marketing.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Jira

Roadmapping

Job description

Empowered to live. Inspired to work.

Compeer Financial is a member-owned cooperative located in Illinois, Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together team members with a variety of backgrounds and experiences to help provide financial services to support agriculture and rural communities. Join us in a culture that not only promotes meaningful work and professional development, but provides a flexible, hybrid work environment and excellent benefits, which empower you to thrive both personally and professionally.

How we support you:

• Hybrid model - up to 50% work from home
• Flexible schedules including ample flexibility in the summer months
• Up to 9% towards 401k (3% fixed Compeer contribution plus up to 6% match)
• Benefits: medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, life & AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability, wellness program & EAP
• Vacation, sick leave, holidays/floating holidays, parental leave, and volunteer paid time off
• Learning and development programs
• Mentorship programs
• Cross-functional committee opportunities (i.e. Inclusion Council, emerging professional groups, etc.)
• Professional membership/certification reimbursement and more!
• Casual/seasonal & intern team members are not eligible for benefits except for state-mandated programs.

To learn more about Compeer Financial visit www.compeer.com/careers .

Where you will work:

This position offers a hybrid work option up to 50% and is open to any Compeer office location in Illinois, Minnesota and Wisconsin .

The contributions you will make:

As the Director, Technology Product Management, you will play a critical role in shaping our digital product portfolio and driving innovation and alignment with business goals. This role demands deep expertise in leading team members, with a proven ability to build, develop, and engage talent.

Key focuses of this position are people leadership and scaling Agile practices across the enterprise, ensuring seamless alignment between product initiatives and business objectives. The ideal candidate will bring a strategic mindset, a passion for empowering team members, and the leadership skills to drive transformation and deliver impactful results.

A typical day:

Leadership and Team Management

Champions the brand; serves as a role-model for the vision, mission and values of the organization. Supports Compeer's strategic imperatives.

Hires, develops, motivates, coaches, evaluates, trains and rewards department team members.

Provides clear and timely communication and feedback to all team members on expectations and goals.

Promotes a positive work environment that leverages the talents and abilities of team members in achieving organizational and team goals.

Assists leadership in defining team's goals.

Monitors progress toward goals and objectives for areas of responsibility.

Builds, leads, and develops a high-performing team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

Provides coaching and mentorship to team members, establishing clear career development paths and growth opportunities.

Promotes servant leadership principles throughout the organization to empower and inspire teams.

Strategic Product Planning

Develops and implements a robust product management strategy that aligns with business goals and technological vision.

Leads and mentors a diverse team committed to transforming Compeer's operating model.

Articulates and communicates a compelling product vision and strategy for multiple digital products.

Creates and maintains strategic product roadmaps that capitalize on business opportunities and market trends.

Establishes and track product Objectives and Key Results (OKRs).

Drive strategic decision-making related to product investments, prioritization, and resource allocation.

Product Management

Collaborates with executive leadership to ensure alignment between digital product strategy and overall business strategy.

Partners with Engineering, Operations, and Marketing to ensure seamless product execution.

Leads product portfolio reviews and strategic planning sessions to drive forward-thinking decisions.

Facilitates cross-functional collaboration and priority setting to align product teams with business stakeholders.

Advocates for a client-centric approach across the organization.

Acts as a trusted advisor, guiding business technology and business teams on product adoption and optimization strategies.

Collaboration and Engagement

Communicates program status, risks, and outcomes to senior stakeholders effectively.

Facilitates cross-functional collaboration and decision-making processes.

Manages expectations and negotiates priorities amid competing demands, building strong relationships with Scrum Masters, infrastructure, and development teams.

The skills and experience we prefer you have:

Bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, computer science, engineering or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to