Product Manager - Wealth Management

Commerce Trust; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 93,000 - 123,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer sponsored health insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation

Job summary

A financial services firm located in Kansas City is seeking a Wealth Management Senior Investments Product Manager. This role involves defining and leading strategic business initiatives, managing vendor relationships, and influencing product marketing plans. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of product management experience and a strong understanding of financial products. The position offers a salary range of $93,000 to $123,500 annually along with various employment benefits including health insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid vacation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years product or program management or related experience required.
• 2+ years experience leading a cross-functional team required.
• Experience in finance or investment management industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define, lead, and influence execution of Investments strategic business initiatives.
• Lead vendor analysis efforts and provide input to product marketing plans.
• Make recommendations to business line leadership.

Skills

Product management

Program management

Relationship management

Problem solving

Goal setting and monitoring

Communication skills

Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Job description

Overview

The Wealth Management Senior Investments Product Manager is a key influencer and leader of our Investment Program within Commerce Trust. Commerce Trust, a division of Commerce Bank, is ranked among the top 25 investment advisors in the U.S. with over $75 billion in client assets. Commerce Trust concentrates on serving individuals, families, business owners and institutions investment management needs through a combination of world class capabilities and resources, objective advice, customized solutions and unparalleled service.

Essential Functions

• Partner with business line leaders to define, lead and influence the execution of Investments strategic business initiatives
• Lead and influence strategic initiatives to ensure competitiveness of existing and evaluate new products, systems, and features
• Independently create the vision and timeline for implementation of identified features and deliverables
• Create and confidently deliver the Investments roadmap vision and status to senior leadership and front office teams
• Make recommendations to business line leadership in concert with the strategic direction
• Lead vendor analysis efforts and provide input to product marketing plans
• Independently lead the relationship with vendors and other technology partners in the execution of the strategic plan
• Prepare business cases for new products and drive prioritization of initiatives
• Primary decision-maker for all teams participating in execution efforts
• Primary consultant in the creation of product training and transition of product support to the individuals responsible for the general day-to-day support of the product
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Advanced knowledge and understanding of product infrastructure and applicable legal and/or regulatory rules
• Advanced knowledge and experience of Product management
• Advanced knowledge and experience in Program management
• Excellent relationship management skills
• Demonstrated strong ability to resolve problems and identify and drive process improvements
• Demonstrated strong ability to set goals, monitor and drive results
• Demonstrated strong ability to autonomously work and lead multiple priority projects
• Proven track record in building and leading projects of a wide variety of disciplines and backgrounds
• Demonstrated strong business acumen and the ability to make timely and sound business decisions
• Motivated and organized self-starter with strong attention to detail
• Inquisitive, agile and strong team player with excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to remain adaptable and resilient to all situations with an optimistic outlook and cast a positive shadow that is aligned with our culture and Core Values
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or equivalent combination of education and experience required
• 5+ years product or program management or related experience required
• 2+ years experience leading a cross-functional team required
• 2+ years experience with financial products and systems preferred
• Experience in finance or investment management industry preferred
• For individuals applying, assigned and/or hired to work in areas with pay transparency requirements, Commerce is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for some roles. This compensation range is for the Product Manager II & Senior - CTC job and contemplates a wide range of factors that are considered in determining most appropriate job level and making compensation decisions, including but not limited to location, skill sets, education, relevant experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable differentials (geographic, bilingual, or shift) that could be associated with the position or where it is filled. At Commerce, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each situation. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay is $93,000 to $123,500 annually. This position will be eligible for additional compensation through performance-based incentive plan(s) that will correspond to meeting performance goals.

The candidate selected for this position may be eligible for the following employment benefits: employer sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and paid personal time. In addition, we offer career development, education assistance, and voluntary supplemental benefits. Click here to learn more.

Location: 922 Walnut St, Kansas City, Missouri 64106

Time Type: Full time