Product Manager - Syracuse, United States - SIDEARM Sports
Description
The team at SIDEARM provides the technology platform that powers the official websites, mobile apps, statistical integration, live audio and video streaming, and e-commerce platforms of more than 1,600 collegiate athletic partners across the nation.
We're a passionate mix of technologists, creatives, and strategists that care deeply about the products we create, and the people we create them for.
We stand at the intersection of sports and technology, and are constantly innovating and evolving our products to deeply integrate the industries and provide exceptional products for our partners and their fans.
Our team embraces a casual and collaborative work environment that moves at a rapid pace, where all team members are deeply involved in the success of our products and services.
We're fortunate enough to be trusted by some of the biggest brands in the industry, including 300 NCAA Division I programs, and over 55 of the 65 Power 5 athletic departments.
We are actively accepting applications for a Product Manager to join our team.
The Product Manager helps with the managed delivery of cutting-edge digital products powering the fan experience. They gain a deep understanding of client needs, find and fill product gaps and generate innovative ideas that grow market share, improve our fan experience and drive growth
The Product Manager creates and maintains strong relationships with designers, developers, stakeholders and clients alike.
They work closely with the Product team to break down initiatives into release plans, formulate the Value Proposition and share the business objective.
The Product Manager is proactive, engaged and utilizes all necessary resources, internal and external, to drive successful completion of development projects.
Define product strategy and roadmap
Drive execution of product roadmaps and project deliverables with internal and external stakeholders
Specifying and overseeing the research needed to determine the needs and desires of clients and end users
Define product marketing communication objectives and coordinate with internal stakeholders on the execution of marketing collateral
Lead Agile teams of designers and developers in the execution of product roadmaps
Proactively Identify and mitigate risks encountered with roadmap initiatives
Help coordinate discovery, ideation, and project status meetings with stakeholders to ensure clear and understood paths to success
Build relationships with our partners and formulate integration roadmaps to continually improve and maximize value from our third-party offerings
Manage stakeholder expectations and scope
Continually provide vision and direction to the Agile product team and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
Conduct beta and pilot programs with early-stage products and samples
Observes and researches new trends within the industry and works with the Director of Product to assess their impact on our strategic roadmap
Facilitates team meetings encouraging constructive communication and guidance of topics throughout the meeting.
Our Ideal Candidate
You are organized.
As a Product Manager, managing the process with clients an internal team members can be challenging. Our ideal candidate has the ability to organize their work and efficiently manage their time.
You are self-assured.
Our ideal candidate has self-confidence in their decision-making process and the trust to manage projects directly with clients.
You are versatile.
Our ideal candidate has the ability to manage numerous projects while adhering to the assigned deadlines.
You are a communicator . Our ideal candidate has strong verbal and written communication skills.
As a Product Manager, you need to be able to effectively communicate the scope of a project with clients and team members.
You are a team player.
Our ideal candidate is self-motivated but has the ability to work collaboratively with internal departments to ensure on-time delivery of client needs.
1-3 years working directly with stakeholders and technical staff in a product/project management capacity
Experience assigning resources in a highly technical, fast-paced product environment
Experience in one or many Agile development methodologies
Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral, written and group presentations)
Excellent prioritization skills
Detail oriented
Bachelor's degree or equivalent, applicable experience
Proven experience with Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Ability to work under pressure while simultaneously managing multiple tasks
Ability to effectively communicate well with others in accomplishing tasks and problem resolution
Strong commitment and passion for diversity, equity and inclusion
Pay Transparency
The approximate base pay range for this position is $68,000.00 to $74, Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting.
Actual compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience as well as geographic location.
LEARFIELD offers a full spectrum of benefits for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability and Other Insurance Plans, Flexible Paid Time Off (including Parental Leave), Paid Holidays, 401(k), and Short/Long Term Disability.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
LEARFIELD is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity.
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