Emphasys PHA: Sr. Manager - Product Management

Who We Are Aquila, a group within Constellation Software Inc., one of North America's largest and most respected software companies, invests in category-defining B2B and B2G software businesses globally, providing long-term support and strategic guidance. Emphasys Software has been part of Aquila since 2008. Position Overview The Director of Product Management is responsible for defining and driving the company's product vision, strategy, and execution. This leader will align market opportunities, customer needs, and business objectives into a clear, actionable roadmap that accelerates growth and strengthens our competitive position. This role sits at the intersection of customer, technology, and revenue, and requires a leader who can operate both strategically and tactically while ensuring disciplined execution across the product lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Set Product Vision & Strategy: Define where we are going and why, translating market trends and customer insights into winning product bets. Own the Product Roadmap: Prioritize ruthlessly based on business impact, balance innovation, technical investment, and customer commitments. Drive Execution Excellence: Ensure predictable, high-quality delivery in partnership with Engineering, establishing strong product management discipline and operating cadence. Be the Voice of the Customer: Deeply understand customer workflows, pain points, and value drivers; bring market clarity into every major decision. Influence Revenue & Growth: Partner with Sales and Marketing on positioning, packaging, and pricing; support key deals and strategic accounts when needed. Build and Lead the Team: Hire, develop, and scale a high-performing product organization; set a high bar for thinking, accountability, and ownership. Qualifications Strategic thinker who can connect market → product → revenue. Strong operator who can drive execution, not just ideas. Comfortable pushing back with data and conviction. Credible with both customers and engineers. Has seen scale and knows what "good" looks like. 10+ years of experience within the relevant industry (SaaS/software preferred). Deep understanding of regulatory, operational, and competitive dynamics. Proven ability to translate market trends into strategic initiatives. Strong executive communication and presentation skills. Experience influencing cross-functional teams without direct authority. Demonstrated credibility with customers and industry leaders. Core Competencies Strategic foresight Market intelligence Executive influence Cross-functional leadership Customer advisory capability Industry credibility Equal Employment Opportunity Aquila and Emphasys Software promote equal employment opportunities for all. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, marital status, or any other basis covered by applicable law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities, and accommodations are available on request. #J-18808-Ljbffr Emphasys Software