Product Lead Director (New York)

Job Description

As THE leader in transit technology, Clever Devices' vision is to make meaningful contributions to worldwide mobility. Our goal is to be the leading provider of exciting technology that improves the quality of mobility in communities around the world. We are continuing to grow, and are looking for a Product Lead Director to join our team.

The Product Lead Director is responsible for managing the product planning and product strategy functions of the Product Managers and Product Specialists. The Product Lead Director is also responsible for ensuring that the product development efforts support the company’s overall strategy and goals.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Ensure the Product Managers and Product Specialists conduct all product lifecycle activities including gathering product requirements, defining product vision, and working with Engineering to release quality products, on‑time.
• Works with Sales and Marketing to ensure revenue and customer satisfaction goals are met
• Oversees definition of product strategy and roadmap delivered by the Product Managers and Product Specialists
• Oversees Product Requirement Documents (PRD’s) with prioritized features and corresponding justification
• Serves as an expert with regards to competition
• Performs product demonstrations with Sales as required
• Oversees establishment of pricing as well as revenue and profitability forecasts
• Oversees development of Sales tools and collateral materials
• Champions the product opportunities within the company
• May recommend product enhancements and provides overall projected budget for such
• Briefs and trains sale force and Project Managers
• Briefs press and analysts in conjunction with Marketing for the purpose of press tours
• Serves as leader and product expert within the company
• Works with external third parties to assess partnerships and licensing opportunities
• Is responsible for productivity of Product Managers and Product Specialists
• Manages, develops and retains staff

Skills Required:

• 15+ years Product Manager experience
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong management and leadership skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize
• 5+ years development experience in a technology environment
• Superior Analytical skills
• Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Strong budgeting and cost/profitability forecasting skills
• Strong time management skills and ability to meet deadlines in a complete manner
• Strong computer skills including MS Office, Excel, Power Point, Outlook as well as ability to learn new software programs such as Axapta
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or technology related discipline, or equivalent experience required

Clever Devices is an Affiantive Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

The compensation range posted for this position represents the anticipated minimum and maximum compensation for this position based upon a good faith and reasonable estimate. The exact compensation offered will depend on several factors such as the candidate’s experience, skills, training, education and/or physical location; internal equity; and, budget.

In addition, Clever Devices Ltd. offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees, including health insurance coverage, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education‑related programs, paid holidays and time off, and many others, depending on the level and position offered. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice based on business need.