Product owner jobs in Elkhart, IN

The Product Owner will support the Product Management and Technology Development teams in driving execution of the back-end Search strategy across multiple scrum teams. This role is responsible for defining requirements, managing delivery within the agile framework, and ensuring alignment between business needs and technical solutions. The Product Owner will elicit priorities from the business, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and help deliver scalable, high-quality solutions. This role embodies the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety. Key Responsibilities Essential Job Functions Elicit, analyze, and define requirements in various formats (e.g., diagrams, use cases, user stories, written documentation) ensuring they are testable, measurable, and traceable. Assist in defining key product performance indicators and implement protocols to measure product performance in support of future enhancements. Identify and assess support needs for current and future state analysis; review post-rollout support performance and facilitate any required actions or adjustments. Partner with product managers to review new product features, establish priorities, and rank features across initiatives. Serve as the liaison between technology teams and business units/product management to ensure delivery of high-quality solutions. Identify and resolve dependencies, issues, and risks through proactive team collaboration. Create detailed epics with clear deliverables, ensuring implementation aligns with acceptance criteria. Maintain product documentation, including near-term delivery plans and release details. Collaborate within a team environment and adapt to support various functions within Agile frameworks. Perform the essential duties of the role with or without reasonable accommodation. Minimum Requirements Basic knowledge of the software development lifecycle (SDLC). 2+ years of experience as a Product Owner, Product Manager, or Business Analyst. Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment. Ability to define and track metrics and key performance indicators to drive decision-making. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey information to stakeholders at all organizational levels. Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated ability to partner effectively with teams and leaders across the organization. Top Skills Analytical thinking & strong problem-solving capabilities Ability to work across teams and functions to resolve dependencies and deliver complex solutions Strong communication skills with both technical teams and business stakeholders Soft Skills Adaptability and comfort with change Leadership without authority Active listening

We are seeking a Senior Product Owner to join our dynamic team. You will collaborate with other Product Owners, Technology, Lines of Business, Risk, Finance, Regulatory Reporting, and other key partners to deliver high-quality solutions in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Motivate teams to deliver on strategy and roadmap for continuous product improvement. Partner with business functions, IT, Risk, Finance, Operations, and other key partners to define and execute product strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams for agreement and guidance, including Lines of Business, Operations, Legal, Compliance, Information Security, Fraud, Architecture, and related functions. Provide transparency and ongoing communications with stakeholders. Make decisions to drive key outcomes in support of regulatory and compliance needs, new revenue growth, process optimization, and analytics. Be involved with all phases of development (analysis, design, coding, testing, deployment). Solve problems and make decisions with subject matter experts to drive the greatest outcome for the product and the client. Engage with research teams for customer usability testing and concept validation. Partner with third parties to cultivate relationships, understand product releases, remediate defects/outages, and ensure seamless experiences. Maintain and provide product information for training and documentation. Monitor industry trends and participate in industry forums and conferences. Support a SAFe mindset across product teams, maintaining a healthy product backlog and participating in team ceremonies. Evangelize and communicate product capabilities and roadmap to internal groups as well as externally to clients. Required Qualifications: 5+ years of product experience OR 5+ years of technical experience. Proficiency in Agile Communication, Agile Project Delivery, IT Problem Solving, and MS Office. Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent education and work experience. 4+ years of related experience. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities. Self-motivated and able to work independently and with different teams in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Qualifications Change Leadership. Experience with application life cycle management tools such as Digital.AI's Agility, Jira, Quality Center, or similar tools. Financial Industry Experience. Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt, Black Belt) desired. Product management background preferred; ability to interact and influence within the organization. Experience working in Agile or SAFe development. Ability to promote a work environment that fosters creative thinking and innovation. Collaborative with strong intellectual curiosity and creative problem-solving. Good analytical skills with ability to present well-thought-out, simple solutions. Work Environment & Location: Location: Onsite in Cincinnati. Collaborative team environment with opportunities for professional growth. Encore Talent Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce.

Promote innovation in product development, user research, and analysis to shape and optimize our offerings. Unleash your expertise in product development and optimization by leveraging user research, analyzing metrics, and collaborating across one of the world's most innovative financial organizations. As a Senior Product Associate in Claims, Disputes and Fraud Operations Product Group, you contribute to the team by leveraging your expertise in product development and optimization to make a significant impact, supported by user research and customer feedback to fuel the creation of innovative products and continuously improve existing offerings. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and play a crucial role in shaping the future of our products and ongoing success. Consumer & Community Banking (CCB) Operations Product organization provides critical cross line of business support across the client and serves as one of the largest product portfolios in CCB, delivering value to millions of customers and over 30,000 employees. As a product team member, your problem-solving skills will place you on the cutting edge of defining the vision, creating the strategy and building the roadmap to solutions that impact millions. Along the way, you'll develop a deep, end-to-end understanding of the business and find an inclusive culture that welcomes diverse ideas and supports your individual growth and career mobility. Job responsibilities Partners with the Product Manager to identify new product opportunities that reflect the needs of our customers and the market through user research and discovery Considers and plans for upstream and downstream implications of new product features on the overall product experience Supports the collection of user research, journey mapping, and market analysis to inform the strategic product roadmap and provide insight on potential product features that provide value to customers Analyzes, tracks, and evaluates product metrics including work to time, cost, and quality targets across the product development life cycle Writes the requirements, epics, and user stories to support product development Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills 3+ years of experience or equivalent expertise in product management or a relevant domain area Proficient knowledge of the product development life cycle Experience in product life cycle activities including discovery and requirements definition Developing knowledge of data analytics and data literacy Dexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions with over 12,000 employees and 70 locations worldwide. As one of the largest IT staffing companies and the 2nd largest minority-owned staffing company in the U.S., Dexian was formed in 2023 through the merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants. Combining the best elements of its core companies, Dexian's platform connects talent, technology, and organizations to produce game-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals. Dexian's brands include Dexian DISYS, Dexian Signature Consultants, Dexian Government Solutions, Dexian Talent Development and Dexian IT Solutions. Visit ******************* to learn more. Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

Beacon Health System is seeking an experienced Web Product Owner to lead the rebuilding and redesigning of our consumer-facing website. This is a critical and time-sensitive initiative aimed at transforming the way consumers engage with our digital front door. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in web product strategy and development, AI-enhanced user experiences, design and content process collaboration, and scalable web governance models. 10+ years of experience in web product ownership, digital strategy, or related roles. Familiarity with CMS platforms (e.g., Sitecore, Drupal, WordPress) and front-end technologies, as well as headless CMS. Contract Details: Type: Full-time, Contract Duration: ~18 months Start Date: As soon as possible Location: Remote

Immediate need for a talented Scrum Master/Agile Coach. This is a 06+ months contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Columbus OH(Remote). Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested. Job ID: 25-92799 Pay Range: $70 - $75/hour. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location). Key Responsibilities: Delivery Owner, you will leverage agile practices to plan, manage, and deliver solutions that support the organization's business objectives. This role focuses on maximizing business value and optimizing flow by guiding agile teams to meet their goals. You will ensure effective coordination within and across teams, providing transparency on delivery progress to key stakeholders. Additionally, you will foster a culture of continuous improvement, help identify and address risks and promote collaboration and trust across teams. You will support the adoption and improvement of agile methodologies, providing guidance to enhance the organization's agile capabilities. You will be part of a cross-functional IT and Business team responsible for developing strategic, enterprise-aligned solutions for the document processing use case. Key Requirements and Technology Experience: Key Skills; Scrum, Planview AgilePlace, Agile delivery leadership, A-CSM/PSM-II, Agile Leadership Certification Ability to drive decisions and continuous improvements. Negotiation skills with the ability to find successful resolutions for complex issues. Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills needed to research and make recommendations. Formal presentation skills and ability to use a variety of techniques to present information, including data and trends, to a variety of audiences, internal or external. Interpersonal skills and ability to motivate and inspire others to achieve goals and accomplish work, including vendors. Ability to work with others to resolve conflicts and use interpersonal methods to reduce tension and facilitate agreement. Ability to prioritize and execute concurrent initiatives while balancing deadlines and stakeholder needs without impacting quality Leadership skills with a focus on coaching, collaboration, and critical thinking. Familiarity with tools - AgilePlace, GitHub etc. A minimum of 7 years of experience as an Agile Delivery Owner, Scrum Master, Project Manager, or an equivalent leadership role for development team member using scrum, kanban, or other industry standard agile practices. {OR} Bachelor's Degree or higher in an Information Technology or Business-related discipline or related field of study (e.g., Computer Science, Software Engineering, MIS, Business Management) and a minimum of 4 years of experience as an Agile Delivery Owner, Scrum Master, Project Manager or an equivalent leadership role for a development team using kanban, scrum, or other industry standard agile practices. Certified Advanced ScrumMaster and/or Professional Scrum Master II, plus Agile Leadership Certification required in addition to the above education and/or experience. Our client is a leading IT Industry and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. If you are interested in this position, please apply online for immediate consideration. Pyramid Consulting, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. By applying to our jobs you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Pyramid Consulting, Inc. and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here.

Industry: Fortune 500 Finance Company Duration: 3-month contract w/ potential for contract-to-hire Pay rate: $55-$58/hr As a Product Manager, you are an integral part of the team that innovates new product offerings and leads the end-to-end product life cycle. As a core leader, you are responsible for acting as the voice of the customer and developing profitable products that provide customer value. Utilizing your deep understanding of how to get a product off the ground, you guide the successful launch of products, gather crucial feedback, and ensure top-tier client experiences. With a strong commitment to scalability, resiliency, and stability, you collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products that exceed customer expectations. Job responsibilities Develops a product strategy and product vision that delivers value to customers Manages discovery efforts and market research to uncover customer solutions and integrate them into the product roadmap Owns, maintains, and develops a product backlog that enables development to support the overall strategic roadmap and value proposition Builds the framework and tracks the product's key success metrics such as cost, feature and functionality, risk posture, and reliability Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills 5+ years of experience or equivalent expertise in product management or a relevant domain area Advanced knowledge of the product development life cycle, design, and data analytics Proven ability to lead product life cycle activities including discovery, ideation, strategic development, requirements definition, and value management Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills Demonstrated prior experience working in a highly matrixed, complex organization

We are seeking a highly skilled Product Owner to lead product vision, backlog management, and requirements definition for the new Transmission Utility squad. This team will play a key role in modernizing the file transmission architecture, supporting vendor integrations, improving throughput, and enabling transformation across our Lockbox and Remote Capture ecosystem. The ideal candidate combines business acumen, requirements expertise, excellent communication, and hands-on Agile delivery experience. This role requires someone who can own, prioritize, and drive the work end-to-end, ensuring the squad has clear user stories, acceptance criteria, and alignment for successful sprint execution. Key Responsibilities Backlog & Requirements Leadership Own the product backlog for Transmission Utility; ensure epics, features, and PBIs are clearly written, prioritized, and aligned with business goals. Write high-quality user stories with acceptance criteria that meet Definition of Ready (DOR). Break down complex business and technical needs into actionable requirements. Conduct backlog refinement sessions with engineering, QA, architecture, and stakeholders. Partner with BA, Tech Leads, and architects to define requirements for integrations with Deluxe, and other internal systems. Partner & Stakeholder Alignment Work closely with the Line of Business, UI/UX team, and vendors to ensure requirements accurately reflect needs and constraints. Translate business needs into clear deliverables for the engineering squad. Provide updates, demos, and insights to executives and cross-functional stakeholders. Agile Delivery & Process Discipline Serve as the primary liaison for the squad, ensuring delivery teams have clarity each sprint. Ensure adherence to Agile and release processes, including intake, refinement, sprint planning, and definition of done. Quickly identify risks or blockers, escalating appropriately. Work in alignment with Release Management to support deployments, warranty windows, and production readiness. Quality, Controls, and Continuous Improvement Ensure user stories and requirements support accurate QA test cases and traceability. Monitor delivery metrics and collaborate with engineering to improve throughput. Promote strong controls around requirements, release protocols, and governance. MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS 5-7 years of experience as a Product Owner, Product Manager, or senior Business Analyst with direct responsibility for writing requirements. Demonstrated ability to write high-quality user stories, acceptance criteria, and process flows. Strong understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, SAFe, Kanban). Strong communication skills-able to translate between business and technology. Experience partnering with cross-functional teams and vendors. Product Owner certification (CSPO, PSPO, PMPO, or equivalent). Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting system migration, fintech, banking, payments, or data-heavy application work. Experience with Lockbox, Remote Capture, or payments transmission systems. Experience working with offshore teams. About US Tech Solutions: US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit *********************** . US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Recruiter Details: Name: Nil Mukherjee Email: ************************** Job ID: 25-54352

Our client is seeking an Associate Product Owner - Marketing Technology to join their team! This position is located in Columbus, Ohio. Own sprint backlog and manage implementation of new product initiatives Prioritize the product backlog in alignment with the established roadmap Coordinate dependencies with other Product Owners Manage a portfolio of Marketing Technology initiatives to ensure timely, on-budget delivery Apply foundational understanding of marketing, customer care, and data technology to align product features with business objectives Collaborate daily with Marketing, IT, Analytics, and Customer Care to support smooth execution of initiatives Decompose features into user stories during sprint planning Establish acceptance criteria and definition of done Facilitate strong relationships with business leaders and end customers, ensuring customer priorities remain central Support resolution of support incidents and service tasks in partnership with the service team Share updates and feedback with business partners Manage and optimize integration points across Marketing, Customer Care, and data systems Participate in Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives) and lead backlog prioritization for marketing projects Desired Skills/Experience: 2+ years of product, marketing technology, or related experience Understanding of Agile methodologies and sprint planning Strong cross-functional communication skills Ability to work onsite in Columbus, OH 4 days per week Benefits: Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans Employee-Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP) 401K offered The approximate pay range for this position starting at $70,000 - $90,000. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location. We comply with local wage minimums.

Ideally located on-site in Ann Arbor, MI Are You Ready to Help Shape the Voice and Vision of Zomedica? At Zomedica, marketing is more than campaigns - it's about storytelling, strategy, and product leadership. We're looking for a product manager with a creative marketer's mindset to help drive awareness, adoption, and engagement for our growing portfolio of animal health solutions. In this role, you'll be both storyteller and strategist - shaping how products are positioned, launched, and supported in the market while also crafting campaigns that connect with veterinary professionals. If you thrive at the intersection of creativity and business strategy, this is your opportunity to make a lasting mark. What's in It for You? Product Leadership - Play a hands-on role in product launches, market positioning, and lifecycle management. Strategic Storytelling - Create compelling campaigns that resonate with veterinary professionals and build brand awareness. Career-Defining Growth - Expand your expertise in both marketing and product management within a fast-growing, innovative company. Cross-Functional Impact - Collaborate with sales, R&D, and leadership to align go-to-market strategies and drive adoption. Are You Ready? We believe in bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and building products that make a real difference in animal health. If you're ready to combine your marketing expertise with product leadership and play a critical role in shaping Zomedica's future, we'd love to hear from you. In this role, you will contribute to the long-term vision, strategy, and roadmap for assigned product portfolios, working closely with the sales organization to increase product demand and drive sales. This role is responsible for both upstream and downstream product management to drive product positioning, deliver marketing campaigns, and provide sales process support. Responsibilities will include: Develop and execute go-to market strategies and tactical plans for assigned product portfolios. Define the product roadmap, including creating and maintaining marketing materials and developing communication strategies. Serve as the product lead in new product development and product support teams. Recommend scope of present and future product lines. Gain competitive intelligence to understand the market and customer needs to grow the business. Provide competitive market and product information and voice-of-customer inputs to product development and marketing teams. Recommend product pricing by utilizing market research, production and sales costs, and anticipating volume. Collaborate with the sales team to drive sales through regular customer visits, both virtually and on-site, and in the field making sales calls with account managers. Translate market trends into a compelling product direction and vision. Translate product features into tangible benefits that meet customer needs. Serve as customer and user champion to ensure that product interface, features, and experience reflect voice-of-customer input, market needs, and corporate delivery objectives. Job requirements and skills: Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline. 5+ years of related experience in product management / animal health / medical device marketing, with experience in capital marketing, and demonstrated success in launching new products. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong influencing skills to gain commitment and support for decisions. Proven ability to work effectively cross-functionally and with all levels with an organization. Must be organized, with proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Solid analytical and critical thinking skills; attention to detail balanced with the ability to see the big picture. Experience with digital marketing platforms and CRM tools a plus. Ability to travel up to 40%. Zomedica offers excellent compensation and incentives , a competitive benefits package with medical insurance, employer-paid dental / vision / disability / life insurance, a 401k plan with a Company match, generous PTO and paid holidays, a collaborative work environment, and great growth potential. As part of the Zomedica team, you will have the unique opportunity to share in the Company's success. Join our growing team of talent dedicated to advancing care for the pets we love! Zomedica is an equal opportunity employer.

We are looking for a Product Manager to work for our client located in Columbus. The ideal candidate will play a key role in driving product strategy, managing cross-functional teams, and delivering innovative solutions that align with business objectives. Responsibilities: Define and execute product roadmaps, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and customer needs. Collaborate with engineering, design, and business teams to deliver high-quality products on time and within scope. Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform product decisions. Gather and prioritize requirements, translating them into actionable plans for development teams. Oversee CRM platform enhancements and integrations to improve customer experience and operational efficiency. Monitor product performance and implement improvements based on data-driven insights. Communicate product vision and updates to stakeholders across all levels. Qualifications: 5+ years of experience in product management within technology-driven environments. Hands-on experience with CRM platforms (Salesforce, HubSpot, or similar). Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and product lifecycle management. Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills. Experience with tools such as JIRA, Confluence, and product analytics platforms. What Our Client Offers: Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity to lead impactful projects in a dynamic, growth-oriented organization. Collaborative culture with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement. Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

Job Description - Senior Business Analyst / Product Manager (Banking) Experience: 9-12 Year We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Business Analyst / Product Manager with strong experience in banking/financial services, end-to-end product development, and expertise in MVP design, wireframing, and prototyping. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience working with Figma, Miro, and modern product lifecycle tools, and will drive strategic product initiatives from concept through delivery. Mandatory Skillset: Product Development expertise across full lifecycle Minimum Viable Product (MVP) design and definition Wireframing & Prototyping (Figma, Miro, etc.) Product Lifecycle Management Banking & Cards and Payment experience Exposure to Payments, Credit Card, and ACH systems Responsibilities: Support and manage the end-to-end product development lifecycle from ideation, design, development, and testing to product launch. Write and maintain requirements, epics, and user stories to drive development, sprint planning, and backlog grooming. Own and maintain the product roadmap and prioritized backlog, ensuring alignment with business goals and product vision. Evaluate upstream and downstream impacts of new features and ensure cohesive user experiences across products. Conduct and support user research, customer journey mapping, and market analysis to inform strategic decisions. Collaborate closely with technology leads, architects, and engineering teams on product enhancements and troubleshooting. Define, track, and analyze product metrics/KPIs to measure performance and guide improvements. Demonstrate experience with cloud-based platforms, APIs, and SaaS product development-preferably within financial services or banking. Apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.

Structural Concepts, a Hoshizaki Company The company operates as a sister company of Hoshizaki America. Purpose of the Job Grow and sustain profitable market share with compelling products in assigned categories. Collaborate cross-functional to ensure the successful launch of new products. Essential Job Responsibilities Product Development: Lead the development of new products from concept to launch, ensuring projects are linked to our strategic priorities and deliver financial, operational, and commercial results. Project Management: Identify and mitigate potential risks, ensure stakeholder alignment around project objectives (timeline, budget, performance), plan for and secure the resources, manage the timeline, monitor progress, and ensure timely deliverables. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, marketing, sales, and customer service teams to ensure successful product launches and ongoing product support. Market Research: Review trade journals and analyze third party research. Collect primary research to identify customer needs, market trends, and competitive intelligence. Product Strategy: Recommend product strategies that align with company goals and objectives. Product Lifecycle Management: Manage the entire product lifecycle, from initial concept through end-of-life, ensuring products remain competitive and profitable. Customer Feedback: Gather and analyze customer and channel feedback to inform product improvements and new product development. Performance Metrics: Track key performance metrics such as market share and gross margin to measure product success and identify areas for improvement. Product Maintenance: Identify and complete product maintenance activities to enhance profitability and/or improve customer satisfaction. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Economics, Engineering or related discipline. MBA a plus. 5+ years of experience in a related industry. Experience in smart technology, IOT, or digital commerce a plus. Excellent analytical skills and a high degree of financial acumen. Strong organizational, communication, and presentation skills. Proven ability to handle multiple projects with attention to detail and accuracy. Proficient in Excel, particularly data summary tools and graphs. Fluent in Microsoft Office. Tech and database savvy.

Are you a passionate product leader who thrives at the intersection of innovation, quality, and execution? If so, read on! About Us Founded in 2006, Brandmotion provides the highest grade retrofit products and integration solutions to vehicle fleets, vehicle manufacturers and suppliers, government agencies, parts distributors, RV retailers, and consumers. We're an agile, entrepreneurial, focused company that takes great pride in the hundreds of successful designs and thousands of vehicles on the road that are better and safer through our work. You'll be part of a passionate, fast-moving team that designs and delivers innovative automotive technology. You'll have the opportunity to travel, work with world-class suppliers, and directly shape the products that define our reputation. Our core values are: Be humble. Be hungry. Be smart. Have each other's back. Create elegant solutions. Surprise and delight customers. If you're ready to own quality and lead with excellence, we'd love to meet you. About the Opportunity We are seeking a quality-minded product leader to ensure that every product we deliver meets the highest standards of automotive reliability, performance, and customer confidence. This individual will own the bridge between R&D, engineering, suppliers, and customers - ensuring that product quality is designed in, not inspected in. You don't need to be the creative source of new product ideas; our R&D group handles that. Your focus is turning those ideas into production-ready products that delight customers and stand up to real-world conditions. This role can scale depending on the individual's experience and leadership capacity - from a hands-on Product Development & Quality Manager to a Director of Product Development & Quality overseeing the entire function. Key Responsibilities Lead and continuously improve the product development process from R&D handoff through production launch. Oversee supplier quality, including qualification, audits, PPAP, APQP, validation testing, and issue resolution. Ensure quality is built into designs through DFMEA, PFMEA, and robust validation standards. Manage and mentor engineers to achieve design excellence and manufacturability. Partner closely with operations and sourcing to ensure suppliers meet cost, delivery, and quality targets. Serve as a technical liaison with customers to build confidence and credibility. Visit global suppliers and customers to support launches and drive improvement initiatives. Report product and supplier performance metrics to leadership and lead corrective-action initiatives. About You Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering. Several years of experience in automotive product development, supplier quality, and launch leadership. You've personally experienced multiple automotive product launches. Deep understanding of APQP, PPAP, DFMEA/PFMEA, validation testing, and production readiness. Experience managing global suppliers, ideally including Asia-based manufacturing. Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills. Hands-on, detail-driven, and motivated by delivering world-class quality. Willingness to travel, including internationally (10-20%). Understand both the lab and the field.

Technical Product Manager - North Canton, OH (Direct Hire) Hours & Work Setting Standard schedule: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday-Friday North Canton, OH 44720 Business casual in office; safety glasses required when you're on the plant floor Salary & Benefits $80,000+ annual salary (commensurate with experience) Direct hire from day one Comprehensive benefits after 90 days: medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) What You'll Do Join an engineering-driven manufacturer of thermal controls and circuit protection used in small motors, appliances, battery packs, and similar applications. As the Technical Product Manager, you'll be the internal subject-matter expert who ties engineering, quality, production, and sales together to deliver reliable, cost-effective products. Own the product portfolio as the in-house "guru" for capabilities and specifications Lead cross-functional projects spanning product design, materials conformance, quality improvement/assurance, and compliance Translate customer and sales requests into clear requirements and practical, manufacturable solutions Generate production documentation-work instructions, corrective actions, and reports-in MS Office and ERP (Syteline) Support regulatory and quality reporting (e.g., ISO, RoHS, NEC) and assist with audits and documentation readiness Troubleshoot product and production issues, collaborating closely with engineering and operations Advise sales/marketing on feasibility ("Can we do this?") and speak with customers as a technical resource Shepherd design changes across supply chain, production planning, and shop floor execution to protect quality and cost efficiency Required Qualifications 5+ years in mechanical/electrical design or testing within a manufacturing environment Proven success planning and managing design, quality, and production projects across multiple locations Demonstrated ability to write clear work instructions and related manufacturing documentation Proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook, and ERP (Syteline) Working knowledge of ISO, RoHS, NEC or comparable quality/safety standards Strong communicator who can collaborate with leadership, production, engineering, and customers Backgrounds that tend to fit: Quality Engineer/Manager, Project Manager, or Product Manager Preferred Associate's degree or higher in Engineering (experience is weighed most heavily) A Day in This Role You'll start your day aligning with production and engineering on priorities, then move into hands-on problem solving-reviewing test data, refining a work instruction with a supervisor, or closing a corrective action. In the afternoon, you might join a sales call to vet a custom request, translate it into specs, and map the path from prototype through production. Expect a mix of desk work, shop-floor collaboration, and conversations with leaders who value practical, data-driven decisions. Culture & Environment This is a high-accountability, team-first setting that values precision and follow-through. People who thrive here are organized, comfortable switching between the office and plant floor, and take pride in product reliability and customer responsiveness. #TalrooIndependence

The Product Manager is responsible for owning the full product life cycle of Epoch Sports' hard-goods equipment (e.g., lacrosse, hockey, and baseball/softball lines) from concept through end-of-life. Operating out of our Detroit headquarters and collaborating daily with Engineering, Design, Manufacturing, Marketing, Sales, and Finance, the Product Manager will translate athlete insights and market analytics into profitable, best-in-class products that reinforce Epoch's reputation for performance and innovation. Key Responsibilities Strategy & Road-Mapping Build and maintain a 3-year product roadmap aligned with corporate strategy, category trends, and revenue/profit targets. Conduct market segmentation, competitor benchmarking, pricing analysis, and consumer research to identify white-space opportunities New Product Development (NPD) Author product briefs with clear value propositions, feature sets, volumes, cost targets, and launch timing; secure cross-functional approval through stage-gate process. Serve as the Program Manager for assigned NPD projects-driving timeline adherence, risk mitigation, and milestone communication. Champion voice-of-customer (VOC) testing with athletes, coaches, and dealers; translate feedback into actionable design requirements. Lifecycle Management Monitor sell-through, margin, and inventory health post-launch; drive cost-reduction, line extensions, or end-of-life decisions. Collaborate with Operations and Finance to manage SKU rationalization and maintain optimal inventory turns. Commercial Readiness Partner with Marketing to build go-to-market (GTM) assets-positioning statements, feature/benefit narratives, packaging, POP, and digital content. Train Sales Reps, Customer Service, and Retail Partners on product knowledge, differentiation, and competitive advantages. Source additional manufacturing equipment to bring products to market. Financial Ownership Own P&L for assigned categories-set pricing, forecast volumes, track COGS, and optimize gross margin. Prepare business cases and ROI analyses for capital expenditures or tooling investments. Continuous Improvement & Innovation Stay abreast of emerging materials, technologies, and consumer trends; recommend patent or IP opportunities. Facilitate cross-functional retrospectives to capture lessons learned and refine the Product Development Process (PDP). Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Industrial Design, Sports Management, or a related field. 3-5 years of product management experience in consumer goods; sporting-goods or performance equipment strongly preferred. Demonstrated success launching products from concept through commercialization with measurable revenue impact. Proficiency in data analytics tools (Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or similar) and familiarity with PLM/ERP systems. Strong project-management skills-ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage overlapping priorities, and hit aggressive timelines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable presenting to executives, retailers, and end-users. Passion for sports and understanding of athlete performance needs; lacrosse, hockey, or baseball background a plus. Preferred Qualifications MBA or Master's in Product Design/Engineering. Experience with Lean Product Development or Agile methodologies. Knowledge of materials science (composites, polymers), protective equipment standards, or sports governing-body certification processes (NOCSAE, ASTM, CSA). Work Environment and Physical Demands Office, R&D lab, and production floor settings; may require occasional use of PPE Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. for product samples/field testing Willingness to attend weekend tournaments, clinics, and trade shows several times per year.

At Costrategix, we work with clients committed to evolving their existing business models towards today's Digital and Data demands. The Product Strategist will be help clients navigate business needs and translate them into an implementable blueprint. This role provides broad exposure spanning different industries/verticals around leading-edge digital projects. The ability to understand and manage the complexity of leading-edge Digital and Data projects in areas of Data Science, AI, Cloud, Mobile, and Application Modernization is a capability required by this role. As a Product Strategist at CoStrategix, you will play a professional, individual contributor role that combines strategic consulting, product leadership, and solution delivery. You will work across our core offerings-AI Solutions & Strategy, Data Engineering, Platform Modernization, and Product Design-to deliver impactful outcomes for clients and support the growth of our practice. Key Responsibilities Client Discovery and Solutioning: Lead client discovery workshops and strategic engagements to identify opportunities and shape solution direction. Translate client business goals into actionable product strategies and roadmaps. Develop presentations and engagement artifacts in collaboration with cross-functional teams. Strategic Product/Solution Leadership: Define product vision and go-to-market strategies aligned with client and business objectives. Prioritize initiatives based on value, feasibility, and alignment with market and technology trends. Solution Delivery: Collaborate with engineering, design, data, and architecture teams to ensure strategic alignment through execution. Support in defining requirements, reviewing user stories and designs, and validating the roadmap. Participate in backlog grooming, sprint planning, and release management activities. Participate in pre-sales and estimation activities as needed. Ensure quality, regulatory, and performance expectations are met during delivery. Manage multiple streams and/or projects effectively setting priorities. Practice Enablement and Thought Leadership: Contribute to the development of internal frameworks, playbooks, and consulting assets. Mentor team members and actively participate in hiring for the product and strategy practice. Share client and industry insights to shape CoStrategix's strategic direction and service innovation. Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including business units, clients, and vendors. Outcome Focus: Define and monitor success metrics for product initiatives. Promote a culture of outcome-oriented delivery, ensuring all work is grounded in client impact, scalability, and usability. Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science or related field. Master's preferred. Minimum 5 years of experience in product management and business analysis. Experience with data management platforms, databases, SQL, and ETL processes. Proven track record of managing successful IT products from conception to launch. Familiarity with agile development methodologies and tools. Qualifications Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Demonstrated competency in working with cross-functional teams, and effective team-management skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into business language.

An international automotive parts manufacturer is looking for a motivated Product Development Manager to join their team in Indianapolis, IN. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with Injection Molding Machinery, as well as proven leadership experience within the automotive or other manufacturing industries. This is a direct-hire, full-time role with an outstanding benefits package. Product Development Engineer Responsibilities: Analyze all customer design proposals, specifications, and conduct research to assess the feasibility of manufacture Utilizing design documents, determine any points of concern regarding manufacturability and propose corrections Identify and analyze potential concerns with injection molding processes and propose countermeasures Maintain strong knowledge of customer production and engineering standards Identify any other points of issue for mass production and propose corrections, collaborating with appropriate departments as needed Design, modify, update dies and related equipment for injection molding Maintain open lines of communication between customers, design team, and other departments Additional duties, as assigned Product Development Engineer Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant field, or combination of education and applicable experience 3-5+ years of proven leadership experience in a manufacturing environment Prior experience with injection molding equipment function Experience with new model design and development Ability to perform Root Cause Analysis on complex manufacturing issues Strong communication skills, written and verbal Detail-oriented, organized, and able to meet short- and long-term deadlines Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, etc.) Able to work effectively in a multicultural environment This position includes manufacturing and warehousing work environment. While performing the duties of this job you may be required to intermittently sit, stand, walk, lift up to 25 pounds, lift in excess of 25 pounds with a lift assist, climb stairs, use hands to handle or feel parts/equipment, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend at the waist, talk and hear. You may also be required to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision. Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions/Renaissance Resources Inc. has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you're a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success. We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant's provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates. We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.

Job Title: Product & Delivery Lead (Hardware-Firmware-Cloud) Own integrated planning and delivery across Sonicu's devices and platform: turn multi‑discipline work into a single, dependable plan; eliminate status chasing; surface and retire critical‑path risks; and drive the weekly executive snapshot so decisions happen on time. The role starts with a strong delivery/program focus and intentionally expands into product shaping (roadmap, acceptance, MVP vs. later) as you establish cadence and clarity. Company Description: We are an Internet of Things (IoT) company specializing in remote monitoring applications for the healthcare and life sciences industries. We're located in Indianapolis, IN and this is a fully on‑site role (M-F). Please note, we will not sponsor a Visa for this position. What you'll do Stand up a single source of truth for programs (dashboard + weekly exec snapshot); replace status‑chasing with async updates and clear SLAs. Build and maintain a living critical‑path plan across engineering teams; highlight long‑lead items and decision deadlines. Run weekly cross‑functional cadence; track risks with owners/dates; keep a concise decision log and DRIs/RACI current. Coordinate lightly with Ops/Vendors/CMs on lead‑time radar and alternates; raise buy/expedite decisions early. Own customer beta/pilot cadence and acceptance criteria; close the loop with Support/CS on outcomes and defects. Partner with QA Engineer on compliance touchpoints; ensure meeting notes, evidence, and sign‑off checkpoints exist at each gate. Contribute product shaping: enforce capacity cut‑line, define MVP vs. later, and tighten acceptance criteria as the role matures. Drive the meetings for EVT/DVT/PVT readiness and sign‑offs (you facilitate; CTO signs). Required Skills: Bachelor's degree required. Proven ability to run multi‑team delivery; fluent in dependencies, slack, and critical path. Exceptional organization and written communication; produces crisp, repeatable program artifacts (dashboards, risk registers, decision logs). Comfort facilitating tough trade‑offs; can say “no” with data and propose alternatives. On‑site in Indianapolis, M-F; comfortable working hands‑on with engineers and lab/bench realities. Preferred Skills: Exposure to technical environments (hardware/firmware/software) Experience running customer pilots/betas and defining acceptance criteria. Familiarity with regulated/quality‑sensitive contexts (e.g., GxP/21 CFR Part 11/ISO 17025 touchpoints).

Requirement Details: Job Title: Software Product Management Associate (Category: Product Manager-Mobile App) Duration: Full-time Skills Required: "Mobile App, EV, Connected Devices, Product Development, Product Management" Description: Experience Required: 6+ years Work Status: 4days Onsite "Position Description: Employees in this job function are responsible for development and management of activities for software products, web applications, mobile apps, online platforms and connected devices throughout its lifecycle of planning, definition, production, release, and end of life. They focus on value, viability, design, usability and feasibility and collaborate with business and technology stakeholders to design and shape the vision and future of a product. They serve as central resource, collaborating with design, process, test, quality and marketing teams as the product moves from definition to end of life. Key Responsibilities 1. Conduct market research to design and develop product vision and strategy. Consider broader digital ecosystem of the organization to ensure alignment with overall digital strategies and goals. 2. Collaborate closely with software developers, and business stakeholders to define and develop the roadmap, MVPs, and MLPs. Develop business case for new features. 3. Create and maintain a product roadmap, outlining the strategic direction, priorities, and timelines. They initiate, drive and colon the programs related to their respective products 4. Review and approve actionable user stories with well-defined acceptance criteria for product features. Maintain comprehensive feature documentation, user training materials, and tutorials 5. Identify key metrics and performance indicators to monitor and measure the success of the product/service 6. Make decisions that impact the product's business aspects, such as pricing, target audience, and revenue models and are responsible for product P&L 7. Lead product direction with relevant knowledge of industry and consumer trends, competitive analysis and in-person customer research 8. Collaborate with tech lead and at times developers, security and quality team to manage UAT and security aspects to evaluate the results and determine the readiness for feature/ product release Skills Required: Product Development, Product Management Skills Preferred: Project Management, Project Planning Experience Required: Associate Exp.: 2+years as Product/Delivery Mgr Experience Preferred: 0 Education Required: Bachelor's Degree Education Preferred: Additional Safety Training/Licensing/Personal Protection Requirements: Additional Information: Working as a mobile app Product Manager on electric vehicle features, this position will require collaboration with the Electrification Product organization on the product roadmap and the software team's deliverables. Previous experience with electric vehicles, client software development, or mobile app product management would be preferred. Any working arrangement is acceptable, but will prefer on-site if possible."