Product Team Lead

General information Country USA State Ohio City Cincinnati Descriptions & requirements About the role:As a Product Team Lead, you’ll be the first-line people leader responsible for guiding a team of Product Managers and Associate Product Managers while owning the strategy and direction for a defined product line or capability area, or a small domain within TQL’s technology ecosystem. This role balances people leadership, product strategy, and execution enablement in equal measure. The Product Team Lead develops talent, defines strategy for their area, and partners closely with engineering leadership to ensure teams deliver outcomes that create meaningful business and customer value.What’s in it for you:Competitive base salary plus annual bonusAdvancement opportunities with structured career pathsA culture of continuous education and technical training with reimbursements availableHybrid work environment with the ability to work remotely 40 hours per monthComprehensive benefits packageHealth, dental and vision coverage401(k) with company matchPerks including employee discounts, financial wellness planning, tuition reimbursement and moreCertified Great Place to Work and voted a 2019-2026 Computerworld Best Places to Work in ITWhat we’re looking for:Bachelor’s degree in business, information systems, computer science, data, or a related field, or equivalent experience5 – 8 years of product management or closely related experience, including experience leading PMs or mentoring senior ICs required. Experience partnering closely with engineering leadership in an agile environmentDemonstrate success defining strategy, guiding cross-functional teams, and delivering complex products or capabilitiesStrong leadership skills including coaching, feedback, and performance managementThe ability to drive alignment across teams without direct authorityExcellent communication and storytelling abilities across technical and business audiencesWhat you’ll be doing:Lead end-to-end discovery efforts, including user research, workflow analysis, and journey mappingGuide PMs in leading high-quality discovery activities including customer research, workflow analysis, and journey mappingConnect insights across teams or systems to identify cross-cutting needs or patternsOwn strategy and mid-term direction for the defined product line or capability areaFrame opportunities using customer, business, operational, and industry insightsDefine approaches and priorities that guide PMs toward meaningful, measurable outcomesPartner with the Group Product Manager or Director to support portfolio planning, capacity alignment, and prioritization across teams. As well as engineering leadershipRemove blockers, clarify priorities, and create the conditions for teams to execute wellUse insights to refine strategy, improve ways of working, and support PMs in improving product qualityLead, coach, and develop Product Managers and Associate Product Managers through clear expectations, quality feedback, and structured development plansManage performance, support career progression, and ensure strong product practices across the teamWhere you'll be: 4289 Ivy Pointe Blvd, Cincinnati, OH 45245Employment visa sponsorship is unavailable for this position. Applicants requiring employment visa sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., F-1 STEM OPT, H-1B, TN, J1 etc.) will not be considered.About UsTotal Quality Logistics (TQL) is one of the largest freight brokerage firms in the nation. TQL connects customers with truckload freight that needs to be moved with quality carriers who have the capacity to move it. As a company that operates 24/7/365, TQL manages work-life balance with sales support teams that assist with accounting, and after hours calls and specific needs. At TQL, the opportunities are endless which means that there is room for career advancement and the ability to write your own paycheck. What’s your worth? Our open and transparent communication from management creates a successful work environment and custom career path for our employees. TQL is an industry-leader in the logistics industry with unlimited potential. Be a part of something big.Total Quality Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact recruiting at View email address on click.appcast.io