Director Product Management and Transformation - Full-time

Summary

Director Product Management and Transformation

The Director Product Management and Transformation is responsible for leading the effort in rebuilding the platform in coordination with IT, key users and clients. This position focuses on the commercialization of the platform which includes: overall strategy, Profit & Loss management, distribution channels, pricing and product roadmap development. This role is also responsible for all data partner relations (IRI, Nielsen, etc.) to include: contracts, licensing, SLAs and future enhancements.

Advantage Sales and Marketing LLC dba Advantage Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer
Responsibilities

Advantage Sales and Marketing LLC dba Advantage Solutions is one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. Advantage Solutions services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.

Position Summary

The Director Product Management and Transformation is responsible for leading the effort in rebuilding the platform in coordination with IT, key users and clients. This position focuses on the commercialization of the platform which includes: overall strategy, Profit & Loss management, distribution channels, pricing and product roadmap development. This role is also responsible for all data partner relations (IRI, Nielsen, etc.) to include: contracts, licensing, SLAs and future enhancements.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the effort to rebuild the platform in coordination with IT, key users and clients (already in progress)
• Focus on commercialization of the platform, to include: overall strategy, P&L management, distribution channels, pricing, and product roadmap development.
• Responsible for all data partner relationships (e.g. IRI, Nielsen, etc.) to include: contracts, licensing, SLAs and future enhancements
• Responsible for ensuring internal compliance, monitoring and costing of data licenses with Advantage’s client teams
• Own and continue to develop Ai2’s client value capture initiative known as RAVE
• Develop metrics within Ai2 to foster a more accountable culture in areas such as associate engagement, turnover, etc.
• Works on other transformation projects as needed to support the Ai2 SVP
• Proactively identifies opportunities for process improvement; Works closely with BI and Client Team leadership to inspect BI delivery against client and customer objectives and prioritize opportunities for process improvement
• Builds peer support and strong internal-company relationships with other key leaders

Supervisory Responsibilities

Direct Reports

Hires, retains, trains, coaches, guides, directs, and develops direct reports using company-wide processes, tools and resources

Indirect Reports

May delegate work of others and provide guidance, direction and mentoring to indirect reports

Travel and/or Driving Requirements

Travel and Driving are essential duties and function of this job

Travel up to 20 %

Minimum Qualifications

Education Level: (Required): Bachelor's Degree o r equivalent experience



(Preferred): Master's Degree o r equivalent experience

Field of Study/Area of Experience:

• 10+ years of experience in product management and transformation initiatives
• Demonstrated proficiency managing analytically rigorous initiatives.
• Six Sigma/LEAN accreditation.
• Previous sales or sales management experience in a business-to-business environment.
• Information and/or CPG industry knowledge a plus

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Excellent written communication and verbal communication skills
• Excellent customer service orientation
• Conflict management skills
• Decision making skills
• Team building Skills
• Ability to exercise sound judgment
• Ability to make oral presentations
• Ability to gather data, to compile information, and prepare reports
• Ability to ensure a high level of service and quality is maintained
• Ability to direct, lead, coach, and develop people
• Ability to work effectively with management
• Ability to visualize and plan objectives and goals strategically
• Ability to research and analyze data effectively
• Demonstrated ability to provide cross-functional leadership
• Ability to develop strategic plans to grow the business
• Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle a fast-paced work environment
• Track record of building and maintaining customer/client relationships
• Flexible and adaptable, able to change and alter according to changes in projects or business environment
• Ability to work independently and prioritize duties with minimal supervision, in order to meet deadlines
• Ability to complete multiple duties with accuracy shifting from one to another with frequent interruptions and competing deadlines
• Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and web-browsers
• Experience and ability to work within software development lifecycle (SDLC) processes

Environmental & Physical Requirements

Office / Sedentary Requirements

Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each day), ability to hear the telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may also require the ability to lift up to 10 pounds. A detailed Environmental and Physical Requirements document is available in the Total Rewards department.

Additional Information Regarding Advantage Solutions Job Duties and Job Descriptions



Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one’s supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Advantage Sales and Marketing, LLC dba Advantage Solutions reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. Advantage Solutions shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.

Important Information

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified.

Are you passionate about Service Excellence, Results, Integrity, Entrepreneurial Focus and Leadership: These are our values at Advantage Solutions. Come learn why “Winning Together” is more than just words on a piece of paper. It is the vision by which we live our mission as an organization: "To create outstanding value for clients and customers through superior sales execution, operational excellence and innovative marketing services."

Advantage Solutions is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. As part of this commitment, Advantage Solutions shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.