Lead Product Manager (SaaS)

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Flexible hours

Stock options

Professional development

Health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Product Manager to own the vision and roadmap for its flagship SaaS offerings in a fully remote role. You will partner with engineering, design, marketing, and sales to deliver customer value from anywhere.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in product management, a proven track record launching and scaling SaaS products, and strong leadership of cross-functional teams in a remote-first environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in product management with a focus on SaaS.
• Proven track record of launching and managing software.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and processes.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking and problem-solving.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Thrives in a fast-paced remote-first environment.
• Experience with user research and data-driven decisions.

Responsibilities

• Define product vision, strategy, and roadmap for SaaS products.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer feedback.
• Translate strategy into requirements, user stories, and specs.
• Prioritize backlog and manage lifecycle from ideation to launch.
• Collaborate with engineering, design, marketing, and sales.
• Advocate for user needs and ensure a great UX.
• Define and track key product metrics.
• Mentor junior product managers.
• Present strategy and updates to executives.

Skills

Product leadership

SaaS products

Agile methodologies

Stakeholder management

Data-driven decisions

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a rapidly growing software company seeking an experienced and visionary Lead Product Manager to spearhead their product strategy and roadmap for their flagship SaaS offerings. This is a fully remote position, empowering you to shape the future of our products from anywhere. You will be responsible for defining the product vision, strategy, and execution, working closely with engineering, design, marketing, and sales teams to deliver exceptional value to our customers. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of successfully launching and scaling SaaS products, a deep understanding of market dynamics, and a passion for user-centric innovation. If you are a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills and a desire to make a significant impact in a remote-first environment, this role in Paarl, Western Cape, ZA is for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and articulate the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for SaaS products.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer feedback analysis to identify opportunities and drive product innovation.
• Translate product strategy into detailed requirements, user stories, and functional specifications.
• Prioritize product backlog and manage the product development lifecycle from ideation to launch and iteration.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, design, marketing, and sales teams to ensure successful product delivery and go-to-market strategies.
• Act as the voice of the customer, advocating for user needs and ensuring a superior user experience.
• Define and track key product metrics to measure success and identify areas for improvement.
• Mentor and guide junior product managers and contribute to the growth of the product team.
• Present product strategy and updates to executive leadership and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; MBA or equivalent experience is a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in product management, with a significant focus on SaaS products.
• Proven track record of successfully launching and managing software products throughout their lifecycle.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and product development processes.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in leading and mentoring cross-functional teams.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, remote-first environment.
• Experience with user research, market analysis, and data-driven decision-making.

Benefits

• Fully remote work opportunity with flexible working hours.
• Highly competitive salary and equity options.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous performance-based bonuses and stock options.
• Significant opportunities for career growth and advancement.
• Access to professional development resources and learning platforms.
• Collaborative and innovative company culture.
• Paid time off and company holidays.