Product Manager: Senior Partnership Lead

KeyBank; Cleveland (OH); Vor Ort; USD 96.000 - 181.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid work model

Mobile work options

Incentive compensation eligibility

Zusammenfassung

The Sr Product Manager/ Product Manager, part of Key Commercial Bank, is primarily responsible for all aspects of the product experience including leading and driving the strategic direction to create a best in class product set for the Commercial Bank.

The Sr Product Manager/Product Manager role also influences both internal and external stakeholders, providing business development support, leads strategic projects, and has ownership of the P&L.

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years of payments experience in merchant acquiring; sales experience preferred.
• Knowledge of gateways, POS, and emerging payment technologies.
• Experience with payment software solutions and integrations.
• Ability to influence outcomes across cross-functional teams.
• Differentiation between levels based on depth of product management.

Aufgaben

• Deep knowledge of gateways, CNP systems, and third-party platforms.
• Conduct sales demonstrations for teams and merchants.
• Provide feedback to field teams on commercialization, marketing and training.
• Demonstrate strong reporting of product sales, commercialization and marketing efforts.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to optimize solutions.

Kenntnisse

Payments tech

Merchant acquiring

Gateways & POS

Sales experience

APIs integration

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Negotiation

Tools

Payment gateways

APIs

POS systems

CRM tools

Jobbeschreibung

Location

127 Public Square, Cleveland Ohio Position Location Policy General Location: Open to candidates within the United States. Hybrid Requirement (if within specific cities): If the selected candidate resides in Cleveland, OH, Buffalo, NY, or Albany, NY, they are expected to work on-site 3 days per week at the nearest KeyBank non-branch location. Remote Option: If the selected candidate lives outside of KeyBank’s geographic footprint, the position will be considered fully remote. Available to those residing in the United States.

The Sr Product Manager/ Product Manager, part of Key Commercial Bank, is primarily responsible for all aspects of the product experience including leading and driving the strategic direction to create a best in class product set for the Commercial Bank. The Sr Product Manager/Product Manager role also influences both internal and external stakeholders, providing business development support, leads strategic projects, and has ownership of the P&L. Key is focused on sound profitable growth requiring knowledge of risk mitigation processes inherent within our product set and being mindful of macro environment drivers that may impact our go to market strategy.

Key Deliverables

• Deep knowledge and understanding of gateways, CNP payment software, and 3rd party product platforms & configuration required
• Conduct successful sales demonstrations for sales teams and merchants on a regular basis
• Provide feedback to the field teams and relevant management on merchant sales team regarding commercialization, marketing, and training efforts
• Demonstrate excellent technical, relationship building and sales skills, working with internal team, merchants, and outside partners to ensure an optimum understanding of the third-party solutions KeyBank provides
• Provide up to date and accurate reporting of product sales, commercialization, and marketing efforts

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Work Experience Sr Product Manager, Partnership Lead: Minimum 7 years of payments experience in Merchant Acquiring Payments Industry. Deep understanding of merchant acquiring space (various emerging technologies, gateways, POS). Prior sales experience in payment software solutions preferred
• Product Manager, Partnership Lead: Minimum 5 years of payments experience in Merchant Acquiring Payments Industry. Deep understanding of merchant acquiring space (various emerging technologies, gateways, POS). Prior sales experience in payment software solutions preferred
• Candidates may be considered for either the Product Manager or Senior Product Manager level based on their experience. Differentiation between levels will be based on the depth of product management expertise, scope and complexity of deliverables owned, strategic decision-making, and demonstrated ability to influence outcomes across teams and stakeholders.

Skills

• Solid Technical background in Payments technology – Ability to understand, advise sales teams and clients on payment technology and oversee/guide through integration work with 3rd party platforms (like gateways, payment platforms)
• Collaboration with Internal Sales Teams and Stakeholders – ability to deliver custom commercialization, marketing, and training across all KeyBank segments.
• Understanding of APIs and Integrating software platforms - Expertise in integrating multiple Apps/ technologies on a platform - e.g. API based integration, Gateway → Platform Integration, ISV → payment integration; Experience working with payment processors including Fiserv, Elavon, TSYS, etc.
• Entrepreneurial Mindset. Ability to identify business opportunities, develop a strategic plan to capitalize on those opportunities, and tactically implement the plan. Must be able to create and conduct executive level presentations, present at industry venues, and interface with the media and clients as appropriate.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to forecast.
• Excellent problem solving and quantitative skills.
• A team player with proven ability to build strong collaborative relationships with internal partners including finance, technology, operations, sales, marketing, legal, compliance, and other internal and external partners including vendors.
• An ability to champion change, influence others, and foster teamwork.
• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills.
• High energy, passionate about payments technology, fantastic listening skills.
• Payments and expertise – great understanding of gateways and integration process with a payment processor.
• Project management – specifically solution commercialization, marketing, and training.
• Demonstrated communication- Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, data query and reporting knowledge.

Core Competencies

• All KeyBank employees are expected to demonstrate Key’s Values and abide by Key’s Code of Conduct.

Physical Demands

General Office - Prolonged sitting, ability to communicate face to face in person or on the phone with teammates and clients, frequent use of PC/laptop, occasional lifting/pushing/pulling of backpacks, computer bags up to 10 lbs.

Travel Requirements

Travel to corporate office or for industry conferences as needed. This position is NOT eligible for employment visa (e.g., H-1B) sponsorship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United Stated on a full-time basis.

Compensation and Benefits

This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $96,000.00 - $181,000.00 annually. Placement within the pay range may differ based upon various factors, including but not limited to skills, experience and geographic location. Compensation for this role also includes eligibility for incentive compensation which may include production, commission, and/or discretionary incentives.

KeyCorp is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Committed to sustaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans who are unable or limited in their ability to apply on this site may request reasonable accommodations by emailing [e-mail].

KeyBank Workplace

Key has implemented a role-based Mobile by Design approach to our employee workspaces, dedicating space to those whose roles require specific workspaces, while providing flexible options for roles which are less dependent on assigned workspaces and can be performed effectively in a mobile environment. As a result, this role may be mobile or home based, which means you may work either at a home office or in a Key facility to perform your job duties.

Key has implemented an approach to employee workspaces which prioritizes in-office presence, while providing flexible options in circumstances where roles can be performed effectively in a mobile environment.

Job Posting Expiration Date

11/27/2026

KeyBank Purpose and Values

KeyBank is an organization collectively committed to helping you unlock your potential and discover what truly drives you. Working here means sharing our purpose to help our clients, colleagues, and communities thrive. You’ll find genuinely supportive teammates, a flexible, inclusive work environment, challenging projects, accessible leaders, and opportunities to grow in your position and your career. For 200 years, Key has opened doors in our communities. Let us open one for you.