VP, Product

Overview Cadent ignites seamless connections between brands, publishers & consumers. Our predictive AI orchestrates outcomes on any platform customers are on, across any media they consume & at any stage of the journey. Cadent isseekinga transformative and visionary Vice President of Productto scale our product organization. Reporting directly to the EVP of Product Management, this executive will assume ownership oftheself-serviceCadent Platform portfolio,coveringAudience, Identity, Activation & Exchange product lines.The VP willbe responsible forinfluencingour multi-year product vision, driving enterprise-level strategic alignment, and cultivating a world-class product management team. This leader will be instrumental in steering our growth strategy through market expansion, innovation, and operational excellence, ensuring our products deliver sustained value to our customers and the business. Responsibilities Strategic Expectations (Approximately 35% of Time) As the strategic leader for your portfolio, you are expected to align the product portfolio withsales and operationalobjectives,anticipatemarket disruptions, and drive the long-term vision. Product Vision & Strategy :Shape and evangelize a multi-year product visionfor theself-service platformthat enables long-term growth, market differentiation, and enterprise alignment. Define the strategic narrative across business units and communicate it effectively tosenior leadership, functional teams, and the market.Drive a unified platform strategy that enables strategic growth and extensibility. Expand and develop theself-serviceplatform vision from the existing Cadent product strategy, to deliver a comprehensive12-18 monthaspirational roadmap. Business & Market Acumen :Align the product portfolio strategy with P&L goals, steering growth through pricing, market expansion, and potential M&A activities. Anticipate market evolution and disruption, driving strategic responses to industry shifts and competitive threats. Develop a program to evangelize market and competitive intelligence throughout the product management team, and the broader Product/Tech organization. Investment & Prioritization :Own the process and facilitation of settingenterprise-level strategic investment directionin partnership with C-suite and senior leadership. Govern portfolio trade-offs across all planning horizons—fromoptimizingmature products to building a sustainable innovation engine—to ensuremeasurablebusiness impact. Refine andfacilitatea collaborativeand rigorousapproach for portfolio prioritizationacross all product pillars, in partnership with senior leadership across all functions. Partner with EVP and Product Leadership to own and manage platform partner operating costs, commercial models, and integration approach. Operational Expectations (Approximately 35% of Time) Youare accountable for ensuring the product organization executes efficiently and at scale, delivering high-quality products that meet market needs and drive business results. Enterprise Delivery & Quality :Own enterprise-level delivery performance, setting the organizational standard for excellence in time-to-market and product quality. Partner with PMO/AMO, Software Engineering,QualityEngineeringand ITleadershipto ensure the organizational structure and culture support scalable, adaptable processes tied to business impact. Oversee PI Planning preparationand execution, and provide oversighton initiative requirements,scopeand implementation approach. Builds a disciplined team that translates strategy into well-defined stories and reliably delivers high-quality products on time Go-to-Market (GTM) Excellence :Lead organizational readiness for GTM,in partnership with Customer Experience, Product Marketing and Sales Enablement, across all lines of business. Ensure a sustainable launch infrastructure is in place to drive long-term value realization and market adoption.Evaluate current processestoidentifygaps and implement best practices. Data & Insights :Own theapproachand executionof data driven product best practices, ensuringmetricsdiscipline and macro-level user behavior insights guidedecision making. Embed an experimentation mindset into strategic planning frameworks. Expand onexisting productanalyticsutilizationto improve product requirements,enhance prioritizationjustificationandfacilitatetestand learn approaches throughout the team. People-Focused Expectations (Approximately 30% of Time) You will be a culture-carrier who builds credibility across the organization, develops the next generation of leaders, and champions a collaborative and customer-obsessed environment. Team Leadership & Culture :Establishand reinforce a world-class leadership culture. Invest deeplyindeveloping the next generation of product leaders through mentorship and creating opportunities for growth. Manage,directand grow the team within direct reporting lines. Providefeedback and consult with the broader product organization. Executive Leadership & Stakeholder Management :Build credibility and foster strategic alignment withC-suite, senior leadershipand key industry partners.Represent company priorities and shape marketperceptionthrough compelling internal and external storytelling. Organizational Empowerment :Championa collaborative culture across the entire company, empowering teams to execute autonomously whileremainingaligned with a unified strategy. Qualifications Aproventrack recordof success in leading product teams and driving product strategy in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment. 10-15+ years in product management, with at least 5 years ina leadership role. Ad Tech Expertise:Deep understanding of the ad tech ecosystem, including programmatic advertising, DSPs,identityanddata privacy. Leadership :Proven ability to lead and mentor high-performing product teams. Strategy :Experience developing and executing successful product strategies and go-to-market plans. Technical Acumen : A strong understanding of software architecture and AI isrequired. Education : Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, computerscienceor related field isrequired. MBA preferred. Key Responsibilities and Skills Strategic Vision :The ability to define and communicate a clear product vision that aligns with the company's overall business goals. Stakeholder Management :The ability to build strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization, including engineering, sales, and marketing. Data-Driven Decisions :A strong analytical mindset and the ability to use data to inform product decisions. Communication :Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with both technical and non-technical audiences. Eligibility Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future. Health & Wellbeing Inclusive health, dental, and vision plans built to support diverse lifestyles Enhanced support for reproductive health, family planning, and new parents Employer contribution to HSA Voluntary Benefits: Pet Insurance, LegalEase Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident coverages Generous and inclusive paid parental leave Mental health support and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Free access to the Calm App Monthly Wellness reimbursement Special discounts through LifeMart and Plum Benefits Flexible Time Off (FTO) policy and company breaks 11 observed Federal holidays Summer Fridays between Memorial Day and Labor Day Inclusion & Belonging Employee Resource Groups that foster connection and community DEI programming and initiatives Company-sponsored events to bring employees together Offices across the U.S., including Manhattan, Philadelphia, and San Jose Financial & Security 401(k) participation with discretionary employer match Life, Short-term, and Long-term Disability coverage Cell phone and WiFi stipend Pre-tax commuter benefits Access to certified financial coaches and planning tools Values Passionate. We are inspired partners. Purposeful. We create with intention. Curious. We discover what’s possible. Pay Range USD $225,000.00 - USD $250,000.00 /Yr. EEO Statement Cadent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to supporting all it’s employees when it comes to Inclusion & Diversity. Cadent’s policy is to provide equal opportunity for applicants & employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual identity or orientation, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability or medical condition (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual and reproductive health decisions, genetic information, marital status (including domestic partnerships and civil unions), pregnancy, culture ancestry, familial or caregiver status, military status, veteran status, socioeconomic status, unemployment status, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other basis prohibited by law. and will not discriminate against the basis of disability. This commitment is honored when it comes to decisions on hiring, recruiting, training, promotions, compensations, benefits, transfers and terminations. Cadent is seeking to actively engage with our employees from a wide variety of cultures and to connect with our clients differently. Our workforce has generational diversity that supports greater innovation when we maximize representation of all diversity. Our active employee resource groups promote engagement across all groups of individuals that are represented within the company and externally. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cadent