Product Manager Search & Discover

About Upbound Upbound Group, Inc. (effective February 27, 2023: NASDAQ: UPBD) is an omni‑channel platform company committed to elevating financial opportunity for all through innovative, inclusive, and technology‑driven financial solutions that address the evolving needs and aspirations of consumers. The company’s customer‑facing operating units include industry‑leading brands such as Acima, Rent‑A‑Center, and Brigit that facilitate consumer transactions across a wide range of store‑based and digital retail channels, including over 2,400 company‑branded retail units across the United States, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Upbound Group, Inc. is headquartered in Plano, Texas. About The Position We are seeking a Product Manager, Search and Discover to lead how customers find, explore, and engage with products across web, mobile, and in‑store digital touchpoints. This role owns the systems and experiences that connect customer intent with relevant products, content, and offers. As Rent‑A‑Center continues to scale its digital ecosystem and modernize in‑store experiences, this role will shape how discovery feels intuitive, fast, and trustworthy at scale. Key Responsibilities Develop a deep understanding of customer intent and behavior across search and discovery journeys using research, behavioral data, and qualitative insights. Own and evolve the Search and Discover roadmap, prioritizing opportunities that improve relevance, discoverability, engagement, and conversion. Lead the design and iteration of search, navigation, filtering, ranking, and recommendation experiences across digital and in‑store channels. Partner closely with Engineering, Design, Analytics, Data, and Merchandising to define requirements, address technical complexity, and deliver scalable discovery solutions. Use experimentation, analytics, and relevance testing to evaluate performance, validate hypotheses, and drive continuous improvement. Balance customer experience, system performance, data quality, and operational constraints when making product tradeoffs. Ensure search and discovery experiences remain cohesive across channels, supporting smooth transitions between digital and associate‑led interactions. Establish and track success metrics such as search relevance, zero result rates, engagement, and downstream conversion. Communicate strategy, progress, risks, and insights clearly to senior leadership and cross‑functional partners. Job Requirements 3–5 years of product management experience building and improving consumer‑facing digital products. Experience owning search, discovery, recommendations, navigation, or marketplace‑style experiences. Strong understanding of relevance concepts such as ranking, filtering, metadata quality, and intent signals. Comfort using data and experimentation to guide decisions, including funnel analysis, relevance metrics, and feature impact measurement. Experience partnering with data science or engineering teams on rule‑based or machine‑assisted discovery systems. A solid understanding of software development and the ability to write clear, actionable requirements for engineering teams. Proven experience owning products from idea through launch and continuous iteration in fast‑paced environments. A proactive and organized working style with strong judgment in ambiguous problem spaces. A Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent practical experience. Compensation and Benefits Competitive compensation Full health benefits – Medical/Dental/Vision 401(k) match (5%/4%) DTO (discretionary time off) Health savings account (HSA) with company contribution College tuition reimbursement program (STEM degrees) Unlimited use of LinkedIn Learning On‑site gym and showers Free car charging and covered parking Upbound/Acima/Brigit are equal opportunity employers committed to ensuring that all employment decisions are made on a non‑discriminatory basis, and without regard to actual or perceived race. #J-18808-Ljbffr