Undergraduate degree or product certificate and/or
10+ years relevant experience
Previous Product experience required
Experience in leading strategy strongly recommended
Advanced knowledge of and ability to conduct product research, product analysis and development, forecasting, pricing, competitive intelligence
Knowledge of current and emerging competitor and market trends
Advanced ability to lead, plan, implement and evaluate program/project activities to ensure completion of product initiatives
Ability to forecast and contribute to strategic direction of the product management function and provide advice to senior leadership
Ability to establish goals and objectives that support the strategic plan
Skill in mentoring, coaching and performance management
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form
Ability to work collaboratively and build relationships across teams and functions
Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently
Ability to exercise sound judgement in making decisions
Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines
Skill in preparing and managing budgets and P&L
Knowledge of and/or skill in using analytical software tools, data analysis methods and reporting techniques
Skill in using computer applications including MS Office
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Employee/Team Accountabilities
Participates fully as a member of the team, supports a positive work environment that promotes service to the business, quality, innovation and teamwork and ensures timely communication of issues/points of interest
Provides thought leadership and/or industry knowledge for own area of expertise in own area and participates in knowledge transfer within the team and business unit
Participates in personal performance management and development activities, including cross training within own team
Keeps others informed and up-to-date about the status/progress of projects and/or all relevant or useful information related to day-to-day activities
Contributes to team development of skills and capabilities through mentorship of others, by sharing knowledge and experiences and leveraging best practices
Leads, motivates and develops relationships with internal and external business partners/stakeholders to develop productive working relationships
Contributes to a fair, positive and equitable environment that supports a diverse workforce
Acts as a brand ambassador for your business area/function and the bank, both internally and/or externally