Senior Manager – Product Strategy

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New York (NY)

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USD 180,000 - 260,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

American Express is seeking a senior product strategy leader to own the Amex Offers Product Line Strategy end-to-end, shaping the long-term vision and value proposition. You will assess merchant needs, member behaviors, and industry trends to identify growth opportunities and craft executive-ready narratives for investments.

The role requires guiding cross-functional teams across Product, Engineering, Sales, Analytics, Finance, and Marketing Operations, with a focus on KPI-driven performance and

Qualifications

5+ years in product strategy, management consulting, corporate strategy, or related strategic roles.
Demonstrated ability to synthesize qualitative and quantitative insights into strategic recommendations.
Strong KPI analysis skills enabling measurable business value.
Experience guiding cross-functional initiatives across Product, Engineering, Sales, Analytics, Finance, Marketing Operations.

Responsibilities

Own the Amex Offers Product Line Strategy process end-to-end: define vision, value proposition and strategic roadmap.
Assess merchant needs, Card Member behaviors, competitive trends, and industry developments for growth opportunities.
Develop executive-ready narratives to influence product investments and priorities.
Influence cross-functional stakeholders to align on strategic priorities and execution.
Define and monitor strategic KPIs to measure business performance and long-term growth.
Own the product line strategy cadence: annual strategy, capability assessments, roadmap refreshes, executive reviews.
Monitor competitive trends and emerging technologies to inform long-term strategy.
Develop market assessments, business cases, and investment recommendations for new capabilities.
Lead cross-functional strategic initiatives from concept to execution.
Simplify complex challenges into actionable recommendations balancing vision and near-term execution.

Skills

Product Strategy Development

KPI Analysis

Cross-Functional Leadership

Strategic Roadmap Creation

Executive Communication

Storytelling

Curiosity

Stakeholder Influence

Project Management

Quantitative Analysis

Job description

Own the Amex Offers Product Line Strategy process end-to-end, defining the long-term vision, value proposition, and strategic roadmap
Assess merchant needs, Card Member behaviors, competitive trends, and emerging industry developments to identify growth opportunities
Develop strategic recommendations and executive-ready narratives that influence product investments and business priorities
Influence cross-functional stakeholders across Product, Engineering, Sales, Analytics, Marketing Operations, and Finance to align on strategic priorities and execution
Define and monitor strategic KPIs to measure business performance, merchant and Card Member value, and long-term growth opportunities
Own the Product Line Strategy operating cadence, including annual strategy development, capability assessments, roadmap refreshes, and executive reviews
Monitor competitive trends, emerging technologies, and adjacent industry developments to inform long-term product strategy
Develop market assessments, business cases, and investment recommendations for new capabilities and growth opportunities
Lead cross-functional strategic initiatives from concept through execution
Simplify complex business challenges into actionable recommendations balancing long-term vision with near-term execution

Requirements

5+ years of experience in product strategy, management consulting, corporate strategy, or related strategic roles, preferably within digital advertising, loyalty, payments, retail media, marketing technology, or platform ecosystems
Demonstrated experience developing product strategies or strategic roadmaps that influence business growth and long-term investment decisions
Proven ability to synthesize qualitative and quantitative insights into strategic recommendations that influence business decisions
Strong quantitative skills enabling KPI analysis and actionable recommendations with measurable business value
Proven ability to lead complex cross-functional initiatives while influencing stakeholders across Product, Engineering, Sales, Analytics, Finance, Marketing Operations, and other business functions
Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple strategic initiatives, balance competing priorities, and drive execution in a fast-paced environment
Ability to navigate ambiguity, adapt quickly, and make sound decisions in a dynamic environment
Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the United States is required; the company will not pursue visa sponsorship
Preferred: experience developing product strategies for digital platforms, digital advertising, retail media, loyalty, payments, or marketplace businesses
Preferred: strong executive communication and storytelling skills, including executive-level strategy presentations
Preferred: experience partnering with Product Development and Engineering organizations to translate strategic priorities into product investments
Preferred: curiosity and a customer-first mindset

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in product strategy development and execution, with a strong focus on influencing business growth through strategic roadmaps and KPI analysis. Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

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