Strategic Product Lead (Remote)

About Inspira Financial Inspira Financial helps businesses and individuals thrive by strengthening and simplifying the health and wealth journey. We support thousands of employers, plan sponsors, recordkeepers, TPAs, and other institutional partners to plan, save, and invest for a brighter future. Location & Remote Opportunities Remote roles can be based in any of the following states: AL, AZ, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, MI, MN, MO, NC, NE, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, and WV. Remote status and role locations are subject to change. Relocation is not provided. Employees within a 90‑minute radius of our Oak Brook, IL headquarters are required to adhere to the company in‑office work guidelines of 4 days per month from 10 am to 2 pm (at least one of those days must be a Monday or Friday). This requirement does not apply to support specialist positions. Job Summary & Responsibilities The Strategic Product Lead oversees all products in their assigned portfolio and ensures alignment with Inspira’s overall strategy. This individual evangelizes a solution story to the market that explains what each product offers and the combined value proposition of the entire product suite. They ensure consistency among products and deliverables across their entire portfolio and collaborate with execution teams to prioritize development and resources. They identify market opportunities and areas of improvement, working with product, design, development, and service leadership to execute a strategy that meets business objectives. The role requires strong communication skills in presentation and written form, continuous client interaction, and translating complex business, market, and compliance needs to technology teams. Develop and maintain the overall product portfolio strategy in alignment with Inspira’s business goals. Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer insights to inform portfolio decisions. Evaluate and prioritize opportunities across products to optimize resources and ROI. Lead portfolio planning sessions and coordinate cross‑functional roadmaps. Habitually conduct and/or participate in end‑user interviews, focus groups, and develop surveys to ensure solutions meet user needs. Monitor usage and engagement metrics and make data‑driven decisions to optimize user experience and business outcomes. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to elicit, analyze, and understand needs, constraints, risks, and alignment with organizational strategy and priorities. Oversee product lifecycles, including launch, growth, maturity, and end‑of‑life stages. Monitor portfolio performance metrics such as revenue, profitability, and market share. Identify underperforming products and recommend actions to address gaps. Stay abreast of trends, technology advancements, and industry disruptions to guide portfolio innovation. Champion initiatives to introduce new products or enhance existing ones to maintain competitive advantage. Be the ultimate subject‑matter expert on assigned products for internal and external stakeholders. Attend key industry events, network with other industry experts, speak at conferences, and oversee client ideation events. Preferred Qualifications 7+ years of experience in product management, portfolio management, or a similar role. Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Marketing, Design, Psychology, or a related field; Master’s Degree preferred. Proven track record in strategic planning and managing multiple products or business units. Skills & Abilities Deep understanding of consumer‑driven benefits and the regulatory environment surrounding them. Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities. Experience with financial modeling, forecasting, and ROI analysis. Familiarity with product development methodologies such as Agile or Lean. Ability to navigate complex organizational structures and drive alignment. Ability to work with minimal direction and flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities and schedules. Proven leadership skills to gain credibility, garner respect, and guide the creation of self‑organizing teams. Ability to handle multiple issues simultaneously and manage stressful situations. Ability to provide and accept guidance and constructive feedback. Desire for continuous improvement through learning and study. Eagerness to teach and help develop others professionally, and exhibit passion and excitement about work to inspire others. Other Requirements Ability to work occasional overtime. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. May travel up to once a month. Pay Range $140,000‑$160,000 per year. Compensation & Benefits The compensation for this position will vary depending on factors such as location, skills, and experience. The package may include incentive and bonus opportunities. Inspira offers industry‑leading benefits including healthcare, 401(k) savings plan, company holidays, paid time off, parental leave, and an employee assistance program. #J-18808-Ljbffr Inspira Financial