Product Manager
Ebbsfleet, Kent, UK
Job Categories: Product Manager
Job Type : Full Time
Job Location : Ebbsfleet, Kent, UK
Do you strive to make a difference? Goaco is looking to build a team to continue solving problems using software and technology for our clients. We are developers at heart – and by the mind too. We thrive on challenges and live for logical thinking. Formed over a decade ago, we have built on our successes, all of whom have benefitted from their level-headed software solutions. The team is all like-minded individuals, with a drive to succeed in their own fields.
Company Overview:
Goaco is a dynamic and innovative Digital Software Consultancy who are committed to delivering cutting-edge solutions to our customers, including both the private and public sector. We are seeking a talented and motivated Product Manager to join our growing team. If you are passionate about product development, possess a strategic mindset, and have a proven track record of successfully bringing products to market, we want to hear from you!
Job Summary:
As a Product Manager, you will play a key role in driving the success of their products from ideation to market launch. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including development, marketing, sales, and customer support, to ensure the delivery of high-quality products that meet customer needs and business objectives. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and a deep understanding of the public sector landscape.
Key Responsibilities:
Product Strategy:
- Develop and communicate a clear product vision and strategy aligned with company goals.
- Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and competitive threats.
- Define and prioritise product features based on customer feedback, market demands, and business priorities.
Product Development:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define product requirements and specifications.
- Manage the product development lifecycle, from concept to launch, ensuring on-time delivery and within budget.
- Work closely with engineering teams to prioritise and iterate on features through agile development methodologies.
Go-to-Market Strategy:
- Develop and execute go-to-market plans for product launches, including positioning, messaging, and sales enablement.
- Collaborate with marketing teams to create compelling marketing materials, product documentation, and sales collateral.
- Monitor and analyse product performance, gathering feedback for continuous improvement.
Delivery:
- Manage end-to-end product development, from planning to execution and launch.
- Prioritise the product backlog based on customer, commercial, and strategic value.
- Collaborate with the agile delivery manager on how the team is performing and how to improve the delivery performance.
- Participate in agile ceremonies and support the team by providing details on what is being prioritised and why.
Stakeholder Management:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including executive leadership, development teams, marketing, and sales.
- Act as a liaison between different departments to ensure a unified and collaborative approach to product development and delivery.
About You:
- An experienced professional with a track record of successful product management, utilising best practice tools and techniques.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams.
- Familiarity with industry trends, technologies, and best practices.
- Familiar with Agile working practices.