Product Manager (Competitive Analysis & Business Intelligence)

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The Product Manager, Competitive Intelligence and Business Insights will lead a dynamic team of analysts responsible for uncovering actionable insights through competitive and business intelligence. This role will act as a strategic partner to the Product and Strategy teams, helping shape product ideation, benchmarking, and long-term roadmap development. The ideal candidate will combine a strong understanding of products, data analytics, and emerging technologies with the ability to synthesize complex market dynamics into impactful strategies.

What you'll do:

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of competitive analysts, fostering a culture of curiosity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Define clear goals and success metrics for the team, aligning with broader organizational objectives.

Competitive and Business Intelligence

• Monitor, analyze, and report on industry trends, market shifts, and competitor activities to identify opportunities and risks.
• Develop comprehensive competitive benchmarking frameworks to evaluate product features, pricing strategies, and market positioning.

Product Ideation and Benchmarking

• Collaborate with the Product team to provide insights that drive innovative product ideas and enhancements.
• Conduct detailed product performance comparisons to inform development priorities and competitive differentiation.

Strategic Roadmap Support

• Partner with the Strategy team to align intelligence insights with long-term business objectives and roadmaps.
• Provide data-driven recommendations for market entry strategies, feature prioritization, and resource allocation.

Data and Technology Utilization

• Leverage advanced tools, technologies, and data analytics techniques to extract meaningful insights from diverse data sources.
• Champion the use of technology for automating intelligence workflows and improving data accuracy and timeliness.

Stakeholder Collaboration and Reporting

• Act as a trusted advisor to cross-functional teams, presenting insights in a clear and compelling manner.
• Design and deliver regular reports, dashboards, and presentations tailored to leadership and functional teams.

Who you are:

• Experience: 5–8 years in competitive intelligence, business intelligence, product management, or a related field, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong understanding of data analytics, BI tools, and technologies such as Tableau, Power BI, or SQL.
• Product Understanding: Deep knowledge of product lifecycle management and benchmarking methodologies.
• Analytical Thinking: Exceptional ability to interpret complex data sets and provide actionable recommendations.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a knack for simplifying complex concepts for diverse audiences.
• Strategic Vision: Proven track record of influencing product and strategy teams with actionable insights.
• Adaptability: Strong ability to navigate ambiguity and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

This role is pivotal to driving informed decision-making and enabling the organization to maintain a competitive edge in the market.

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