Senior Director, RGM Product Transformation Lead

Own and prioritize the product backlog for digital pricing capabilities Drive development of portfolio optimization capabilities for brand-pack-channel mix analysis, SKU rationalization, assortment optimization, incidence and margin-pool analysis, and scenario planning Partner with the RGM Product Manager to align product roadmaps with enterprise objectives and digital transformation goals Establish portfolio planning processes balancing growth initiatives, operational needs, technical sustainability, innovation, and value realization Evaluate digital product investments, business cases, and enhancement opportunities using data-driven prioritization frameworks Drive portfolio-level backlog alignment with strategic business outcomes and enterprise priorities Manage dependencies across products, platforms, teams, and business functions Partner with Finance, Digital leadership, and business stakeholders on investment planning, funding prioritization, and portfolio optimization Monitor portfolio performance through business, product, adoption, operational, and value realization metrics Institutionalize closed-loop portfolio optimization across markets and Operating Units Provide portfolio insights and recommendations to senior leadership on investment trade-offs, opportunities, and delivery risks Drive consistency in product management practices, governance standards, prioritization frameworks, and decision-making processes Champion data, analytics, automation, and artificial intelligence capabilities Shape agentic AI application within the Portfolio Optimization product, including guardrails, human-in-the-loop checkpoints, and accountability Ensure alignment between product development, market adoption, operations, and long-term strategic objectives Identify opportunities to simplify product landscapes, eliminate duplication, and improve enterprise efficiency Foster collaboration among business, digital, engineering, data, and market stakeholders Drive continuous improvement in portfolio delivery, value measurement, and strategic planning Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Data Analytics, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred 8+ years of experience in product management, product ownership, portfolio management, digital transformation, technology strategy, or related disciplines Experience managing complex portfolios of digital products, platforms, or enterprise technology capabilities within global organizations Strong understanding of modern product operating models, agile methodologies, portfolio governance, and value-based prioritization practices Deep knowledge of global RGM portfolio optimization best practices, including brand-pack-channel mix management, SKU rationalization, assortment optimization, price-pack architecture, and margin-pool/incidence analysis Experience deploying portfolio optimization capabilities across multiple markets and Operating Units Experience translating business strategy into investment decisions, product priorities, and measurable business outcomes Experience leading cross-product planning, dependency management, and portfolio optimization efforts Understanding of bottling partner go-to-market models, route-to-market models, and channel and outlet segmentation Strong business, financial, and commercial acumen Experience leveraging data, analytics, and artificial intelligence capabilities Understanding of mix decomposition, incidence models, assortment optimization algorithms, and profit-pool mapping Demonstrated ability to balance short-term business needs with long-term strategic objectives and technical sustainability Familiarity with portfolio optimization and RGM technology ecosystems, including optimization engines and scenario-planning tools Ability to drive adoption and change in a matrixed, franchise environment Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and experience establishing performance metrics and value realization frameworks Experience working with engineering, product, architecture, data, and business teams within agile environments Excellent executive communication, stakeholder management, and influencing capabilities Experience operating in large, highly matrixed global organizations Strong understanding of change management, organizational transformation, and digital capability development Working fluency in AI/ML-driven analytics Understanding of agentic AI guardrails, escalation paths, human judgment, and auditability Must be currently authorized to work full-time in the United States and must not require company sponsorship Product, Agile, Scrum, Scaled Agile Framework, or portfolio management certifications are desirable Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in product management and portfolio optimization, with a strong focus on data-driven decision-making, agile methodologies, and strategic alignment across digital transformation initiatives. Proven ability to manage complex portfolios and drive value realization through effective stakeholder collaboration and performance metrics. Highest-signal resume keywords Product Management Portfolio Optimization Agile Methodologies Data-Driven Decision-Making Stakeholder Management Hard Skills Digital Transformation Portfolio Management Value-Based Prioritization Brand-Pack-Channel Mix Management SKU Rationalization Assortment Optimization Margin-Pool Analysis Scenario Planning Performance Metrics AI/ML-Driven Analytics Soft Skills Analytical Skills Problem-Solving Skills Executive Communication Influencing Capabilities Collaboration Certifications & Qualifications Product Management Certification Agile Certification Scrum Certification Scaled Agile Framework Certification Industry Keywords Digital Products Global Organizations Change Management Organizational Transformation RGM Technology Ecosystems Tools & Technologies Optimization Engines Scenario-Planning Tools Data Analytics Platforms Agile Tools #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor