Associate Product Manager

We are seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Associate Product Manager to join our dynamic team. This role provides the opportunity to support product development, streamline operations, and contribute to strategic decision-making. You'll bring authenticity and collaboration, building strong connections with stakeholders and teammates.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, excel at managing details while keeping the bigger picture in focus, and are eager to grow in product management, this role is for you.

·      Collaborate with cross-functional teams (development, design, marketing, and sales) to ensure smooth execution of product initiatives.

·      Manage and maintain product documentation, roadmaps, and release schedules.

·      Track project progress, report on key milestones, and ensure alignment with deadlines and deliverables.

·      Coordinate stakeholder communications, providing updates on product status and priorities.

·      Oversee administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings, organizing resources, and maintaining version control for product materials.

·      Support the Product Manager in defining product goals, gathering requirements, and developing detailed product specifications.

·      Conduct research to understand user needs, market trends, and competitor offerings, translating findings into actionable insights.

·      Assist in developing and prioritizing product backlogs, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer needs. Including writing User Stories and Acceptance Criteria.

·      Collaborate with development teams to ensure product requirements are clearly communicated and implemented effectively.

·      Participate in testing and quality assurance processes, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring a seamless user experience.

·      Engage directly with customers to gather feedback, manage relationships, and ensure product solutions align with their needs.

·      Focus on outcome-driven product development, emphasizing value creation for both the customer and the business.

·      Engage in continuous discovery by validating product ideas through user feedback and iterative testing.

·      Ensure product decisions are based on evidence, avoiding feature-focused development without clear goals.

·      Collaborate with leadership to align product initiatives with strategic company objectives.

·      Proactively identify bottlenecks or inefficiencies in product processes and suggest solutions to enhance productivity.

·      Maintain and improve tools and templates to standardize workflows across product management and coordination functions.

·      Act as a point of contact for product-related inquiries, ensuring clarity and consistency in communications across teams.

·      Prepare presentations and reports for leadership, summarizing product performance metrics, insights, and recommendations.

·      Leverage AI tools for data analysis, market research, and identifying patterns in customer behavior to support data-driven decision-making.

·      Assist in the exploration of AI-powered solutions to enhance product features and operational efficiency.

·      Collaborate with data teams to integrate insights from AI tools into the product development lifecycle.

·      A bachelor’s degree in Business, Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience. Previous experience in product coordination or project management is highly desirable.

·      Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

·      Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, Jira, Asana, Monday.com).

·      Familiarity with Agile methodologies and basic understanding of software development processes.

·      Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze data and draw meaningful insights to inform decisions.

·      Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders and foster collaboration.

·      A proactive and resourceful team player who thrives in a collaborative environment and takes ownership of responsibilities.

·      A willingness to learn, adapt, and embrace opportunities for professional development in product management.

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At Rival, we’re committed to building a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. We offer a remote-friendly, growth-oriented work environment where you’ll have the chance to contribute meaningfully to the future of insurance technology.

Our values include diversity, inclusion, and fostering a space where all employees feel empowered to thrive. If you’re looking for a challenging and rewarding role that blends coordination with strategy, this is the opportunity for you!

We look forward to having you on the team to help shape the future of insurance.