Product Strategy & Operations Vice President

Testing Site - JPMC; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Testing Site - JPMC seeks a Product Strategy & Operations Vice President to lead the development and execution of product strategies for the Anaplan platform. You will collaborate with the Anaplan Product Owner to align vision, roadmap, and delivery priorities, ensuring quality, compliance, and risk management across core programs.

You will drive operational rigor, stakeholder engagement, and governance, scaling capabilities while delivering measurable value to the firm.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience in product management, strategy, or operations.
• Proven track record of leading product strategy and operational initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated experience in risk management, compliance, and third-party/vendor oversight.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills for diverse audiences.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with global teams and influence senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the product vision, strategy, and roadmap with alignment to firmwide objectives.
• Develop and implement operational processes to support product delivery and adoption.
• Lead risk assessment, compliance management, and third-party oversight for the Anaplan platform.
• Partner with P&A, business management, technology, compliance, and risk teams to gather requirements and prioritize initiatives.
• Establish and track KPIs to measure product success and business impact.
• Champion agile practices and lead change management to drive user engagement.
• Monitor industry trends to inform product strategy and growth opportunities.
• Mentor junior team members with a focus on controls and compliance.

Skills

Product management

Strategy

Operations

Agile methodologies

SDLC

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

MBA

Advanced degree

Tools

Anaplan

Databricks

SQL

Python

Alteryx

Job description

The Product Strategy & Operations Vice President leads the development and execution of product strategies, driving innovation and market growth across the organization. This role oversees cross-functional teams to ensure operational excellence, efficient product delivery, and alignment with business objectives.

As aProduct Strategy & Operations Vice Presidentwithin our Planning & Analysis (P&A) Innovation and Transformation team, you will play a pivotal role in defining and executing the product strategy for our Anaplan platform. You will work in close partnership with the Anaplan Product Owner to align on vision, roadmap, and delivery priorities, ensuring our solutions meet the highest standards of quality, compliance, and risk management. Leveraging your expertise in product management, operational rigor, and stakeholder engagement, you will help scale our Anaplan capabilities and deliver measurable value to the firm. If you thrive in a dynamic environment, excel at connecting strategy to execution, and are passionate about building world-class products with strong governance, this role is for you.

Job Responsibilities:

• Collaborate closely with the Anaplan Product Owner to define and drive the product vision, strategy, and roadmap, ensuring alignment with firmwide objectives and stakeholder needs.
• Develop and implement best-in-class operational processes to support product delivery, adoption, and continuous improvement.
• Lead risk assessment, compliance management, and third‑party oversight activities for the Anaplan platform, including vendor performance assessment, controls effectiveness, and audit readiness.
• Partner with P&A, business management, technology, compliance, and risk teams to gather requirements, prioritize initiatives, and ensure alignment.
• Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure product success, user adoption, and business impact.
• Champion agile methodologies and lead change management efforts to drive user engagement and facilitate smooth transitions.
• Monitor industry trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies to inform product strategy and identify growth opportunities.
• Mentor and develop junior team members, infusing an element of controls and compliance on a team of innovators.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• Minimum 6 years of experience in product management, strategy, or operations
• Proven track record of leading product strategy and operational initiatives in a fast‑paced, results‑driven environment
• Strong understanding of the P&A function (close, budgets, forecasts) and associated systems
• Demonstrated experience in risk management, compliance, and third‑party/vendor oversight
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts to diverse audiences
• Experience with Agile methodologies and the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with global teams and influence senior stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• Experience in Financial Services, Banking, or Asset Management industries
• Familiarity with planning platforms (e.g., Anaplan) and adjacent tools (Databricks, SQL, Python, Alteryx)
• MBA or advanced degree in business, technology, or related field is a plus
• Preferred experience within technology or financial services