Sr Product Manager, Product Operations - Remote

UnitedHealth Group; Eden Prairie (MN); Remote; USD 110,000 - 189,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Sr Product Manager of Product Operations to drive product strategy and ensure quality outputs. Responsibilities include managing product operations, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and optimizing processes. Candidates should have extensive experience in product management, and enjoy a flexible remote work environment. Strong leadership and analytical skills are essential.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in product management or product operations.
• 3+ years of experience working within Jira.
• 3+ years of agile experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage product operations to ensure efficient workflow.
• Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and designers.
• Monitor and analyze product performance metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical mindset

Tools

Jira

Job description

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

We are a dynamic and innovative company dedicated to delivering top-notch products that meet our customers' needs. Our team is passionate about creating solutions that make a difference, and we are looking for a Sr Product Manager of Product Operations to join us in driving our product strategy forward.

The Sr Product Manager of Product Operations will oversee the operational aspects of product development and management. This role involves coordinating cross-functional teams, optimizing processes, and ensuring the successful execution of product initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in product management, excellent organizational skills, and a keen eye for detail.

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage product operations to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality output
• Collaboratewith product managers, engineers, designers, and other stakeholders to align product strategies and objectives
• Develop and implementoperational processes to streamline product development and launch
• Monitor and analyzeproduct performance metrics to identify areas for improvement
• Facilitate communicationbetween teams to ensure timely and effective execution of product plans
• Manage budgetsand resources to optimize product operations
• Conduct regular reviewsof product operations to ensure compliance with company standards and goals
• Stay updatedon industry trends and best practices to continuously improve product operations

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ yearsof experience in product management or product operations
• 3+ years of experience working within Jira
• 3+ years of agile experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Agile certification
• Scrum certification
• Proven solid leadershipand team management skills
• Proven excellent communicationand interpersonal abilities
• Proven track recordof successfully managing product operations
• Proven analytical mindsetwith the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $110,200 to $188,800 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.