Product Manager, Public Library Discovery & Growth

OCLC; Dublin (OH); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

OCLC seeks a Product Manager, Public Library Discovery to own strategy and growth for our patron-facing discovery portfolio in public libraries, including CapiraMobile and web visibility, across web, mobile, and emergent AI channels.

The role collaborates with engineering, UX, sales, and library partners to balance patron needs, market trends, and business priorities, guiding roadmap, adoption, and engagement while strengthening our footprint in public libraries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 2–4 years in library services or library management systems.
• 2–4 years in product, project or program management.
• 2–4 years in supporting online/database services, preferably in libraries.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Understanding of the Product Management Lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Oversees market analysis and develops product strategy and business case.
• Defines strategic product goals and produces product roadmap.
• Leads cross-functional product workgroups and manages product plans.
• Reviews pricing strategies and product positioning to maximize profitability.
• Provides input into portfolio plans, roadmaps, and performance metrics.

Skills

Product lifecycle

Cross-functional leadership

Financial forecasting

Communication skills

Market analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

OCLC seeks a Product Manager, Public Library Discovery to own strategy and growth for our patron-facing discovery portfolio in public libraries, including CapiraMobile and web visibility, across web, mobile, and emergent AI channels.

The role collaborates with engineering, UX, sales, and library partners to balance patron needs, market trends, and business priorities, guiding roadmap, adoption, and engagement while strengthening our footprint in public libraries.