Lead Product Manager

Global Payments Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Payments Inc. is seeking a Lead Product Manager to define and execute product strategies for complex payment solutions.

You will lead initiatives from concept to launch, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver market-leading offerings. Applicants should have 8+ years in product management, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to drive strategic decisions in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in product management or related field.
• Experience developing product vision, roadmaps, and market strategies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, CS, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute product strategies and roadmaps for complex payment solutions.
• Lead product initiatives from concept through launch with cross-functional teams.
• Identify opportunities to expand partner value beyond traditional payments.
• Develop business cases, pricing strategies, and go-to-market plans.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer discovery.
• Gather and translate customer and market requirements into product plans.
• Partner with technology, delivery, sales, and client teams to meet objectives.

Skills

Product strategy

Roadmaps

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder communication

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business / CS / related

Tools

Agile methodologies

Job description

Ready to take your career global?

Make your mark at one of the biggest names in payments. We're looking for a Lead Product Manager to join our ever-evolving Product Management team and help shape the future of global commerce.

What You'll Own

• Define and execute product strategies and roadmaps for complex payment and value-added solutions, aligning business objectives, client needs, and market opportunities.
• Lead product initiatives from concept through launch, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative, market-leading solutions.
• Identify opportunities to expand partner value beyond traditional payment capabilities, translating market insights and customer needs into strategic product recommendations.
• Develop business cases, pricing strategies, and go-to-market plans that maximize product value, profitability, and customer adoption.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, customer discovery, and partner engagement activities to identify opportunities and inform product decisions.
• Gather, prioritize, and translate customer and market requirements into actionable product plans and roadmap initiatives.
• Partner with technology, delivery, sales, and client-facing teams to ensure solutions meet product objectives, market demands, and business goals.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 8+ years of experience in product management, product strategy, software solutions, or a related customer-facing business environment.
• Experience developing product vision, roadmaps, business cases, and market strategies for complex products or services.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and drive strategic decisions.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically, work independently, and proactively identify opportunities that drive customer and business value.
• Excellent partner and stakeholder communication skills with experience building alignment across diverse teams.

It's a bonus if you have

• MBA or other relevant master's degree.
• Experience working in software development environments, including Agile methodologies and product delivery practices.
• Experience evaluating customer needs, market trends, and emerging opportunities to support long-term product growth.
• A client-focused mindset with a passion for innovation, collaboration, continuous learning, and delivering measurable business outcomes.

About The Team

Our inclusive and global teams win together every day. We're proud to have the best minds in the industry, who you can learn from as you grow your career. The people, the energy, the connections, it's unmatched. Come and be part of an ever-evolving company and get dynamic opportunities that go beyond borders.

What makes a Globalpayer?

Globalpayers think like a client, act like an owner and win as one team. We're curious and innovative, always finding better ways to deliver impact. We empower each other to make decisions, and it's our passion that drives excellence in everything we set out to do.