Svp Of Products, Software

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Lead the strategic development of the ICA Product Portefolio
Applies broad knowledge of company’s product/service capabilities and competitive environment to identify new growth areas, new technology and emerging product/service opportunities.
Oversees the analysis and evaluation of key market statistics and customer requirements to define product strategies and identify product opportunities to expand market share.
Evaluates in-depth market analysis and leads business case for optimization of existing products/solutions alternatives and/or to create the next generation of new products.
Collaborates with research and development to create products and validate early product definitions. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.
This position is both strategic and technical in nature and requires extensive industry experience.

Based in: Boston

Reporting to: Chief Solutions Officer, Digital

Position Summary

The SVP, Products is responsible for leading the organization that is responsible for managing our current software portfolio and defining and building our future-state Digital software platform. This role is responsible for creating, enforcing and monitoring the end-to-end product lifecycle and Innovation for core Software solutions. Working together with Quadient’s internal executives and external stakeholders, the SVP, Products oversees the Product Marketing, Product Management and Engineering teams which comprise over 400 people across multiple international geographies.

The SVP, Products is a dynamic individual who will lead our software product strategy and innovation efforts and will ensure that Quadient’s solutions are in line with business objectives by making sure that product features and technology are best-in-class and capable of meeting he growing needs of the customers and the market at large. The SVP, Products will work closely with the marketing and sales teams to ensure they understand Quadient’s technology value propositions.

This position is reporting to the Chief Solution Officer of Digital and is a member of Quadient’s Extended Leadership Team.

Your role in our future

The SVP, Products is assigned to the following tasks:

• Own and execute the long-term product strategy and management for Quadient’s Software Solutions.
• Managing a total products budget with accountability and making budget decisions to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Definition and monitoring of relevant KPIs and control of the measures to achieve the objectives.
• Define Quadient Software solution directions and features to maximize synergies, market share and sales potential
• Manage the ICA engineering team to ensure that the technology strategy is in line with the business and product strategy.
• Identify new product opportunities.
• Spearhead high level product developments and enhancement and manage product lifecycle from conception to launch.
• Plan and execute pre-launch activities, product launches, follow-up activities
• Work as part of the Digital leadership team to meet financial goals and to ensure the profitability of the software portfolio overall.
• Help to formulate pricing and competitive positioning for each product.
• Act as product advocator, participate in press activities, conferences and discussion session with thought leaders and market analyst.
• Lead, manage and mentor team of Product Marketers, Product Managers, Program Managers, and Engineers.
• Representing the company with regard to strategic customers, the press and analysts for matters related to Digital software innovation.
• Fluent written and spoken English

Your Profile

The SVP, Products requires extensive experience in end-to-end product lifecycle management, including market and customer-facing expertise and engineering and technical leadership. Additional exposure to, and involvement in, go-to-market definition, professional services delivery, pre-sales and technical support, and customer support are requirements as well.

Candidate ideally is within realistic commuting distance of Boston, MA.

Essential requirements for this role include:

• A strategic thinker with excellent leadership skills and the ability to collaborate with other senior executives.
• Proven track record of leading high-performing teams
• Great people skills paired with a high level of assertiveness. You are a leader and an entrepreneur that people willingly follow
• High level motivational skills so that you can also manage virtual teams
• Strong analytical, strategic and coordinating skills with sound knowledge and understanding of business and technology
• A university degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Economics or similar
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead a diverse organization to deliver against deadlines.
• Extensive knowledge of product marketing, project management and software engineering practices and methodologies
• In-depth experience of product management and marketing principles
• Proven record of success working within a cross-functional environment.
• Very good presentation skills - to both internal and external audiences.
• Proven experience taking new products to market with commercial success.
• Experience managing teams across multiple international geographies.
• Extensive software product portfolio management with experience designing and managing against investment and rationalization frameworks.
• In-depth knowledge of the document management, customer communication management, and/or financial technology markets.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to use conventional and unconventional approaches to resolving problems

This position has a salary range of:

$224,000.00 - $336,000.00

Quadient, Inc. has standard ranges for all U.S. - based roles, based on function, level, and scope, which are benchmarked against companies of similar size and growth-stage. To provide greater transparency to candidates, we share these targets on all job postings. Final salary offers are determined by multiple factors, which may include (but are not limited to) geographic location and candidate experience and expertise. As such, they may vary from the ranges listed.

Rewards & Benefits

Flexible Work: Embrace a hybrid work model blending office and remote setup for a balanced lifestyle.

Endless Learning: Access global opportunities for growth through our 24/7 online learning platform.

Inclusive Community: Join diverse communities and engage in our Philanthropy program.

Comprehensive Rewards: Enjoy competitive Total Rewards covering wellness, work/life balance, and more, including a generous referral scheme.

Caring for Wellbeing: Access our complimentary employee assistance program for mental health support.

Be yourself at Quadient

Our values define how we work as a team: Empowerment, Passion, Inspiration and Community. They inspire us to be EPIC. Together. What makes Quadient different is how different we are. We’re a team of individuals with one goal but many perspectives. When you connect with Quadient, you become part of a community that cares - in a culture that embraces differences and values every voice.

We will consider any reasonable modifications to the interview process. If you require any assistance with the application process, please email us at careers@quadient.com

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