The Product Manager IV is an experienced product leader and subject matter expert for their product domain and customer base. In this role, you operate independently, provide thought leadership across product development teams, and help shape product vision, strategy, and execution. You are trusted across the organization as a primary source for answers, serve as a mentor to junior product managers, and build strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders. You proactively influence how work gets done, contribute to cross-functional improvements, and represent the company and product as an emerging industry expert.Product Vision, Strategy & RoadmapDefine, communicate, and champion the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for internal and external stakeholdersDemonstrates strong, nuanced prioritization by balancing market opportunities, customer and prospect feedback, strategic business goals, and product quality, ensuring the roadmap maximizes customer value, competitive differentiation, and long-term platform credibilityTranslate strategy into Epics, Features, and User Stories that operationalize the product visionMaintain transparency around roadmap decisions and clearly articulate the “why” behind prioritizationLeadership & Cross Functional CollaborationProvide day-to-day leadership to UX, Engineering, QA, Documentation, and Database teams throughout developmentOwn and ensure the integrity of the product backlog, lead backlog refinement and groomingDemonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills across diverse audiencesAssist and mentor junior PMs, contributing to the evolution of product management practicesCustomer & Market EngagementBuild and maintain deep relationships with users, clients, and other key constituentsGather feedback through Product Advisory Groups, client conversations, User Conference sessions, office hours, and site visitsIdentify opportunities to grow market share through existing and new product offeringsPartner with Sales and Marketing teams to develop and refine product sales strategiesRepresent the product at conferences, tradeshows, and company events, often leading educational sessionsMarket, Competitive & Strategic AnalysisCollect and analyze market and competitive data to ensure the product remains leading-edge.Identify third-party partnership or licensing opportunities that support the product strategy.Research opportunities for ethical AI and automation within product workflows and the organization.Execution & DeliveryWork closely with UX, Application Developers, and QA Engineers to ensure designs align with product vision and user needsApply familiarity with Microsoft technologies (e.g., Azure, Power Platform, M365) to inform product strategy, evaluate technical feasibility, and partner effectively with engineering and cross functional teamsCollaborate with stakeholders across Support, Services, Sales, and Marketing to design and execute rollout plansSupport the resolution of complex issues escalated from Support or ServicesPartner with Marketing to align go-to-market strategies and drive adoptionProfessional DevelopmentMaintain strong functional and industry expertise by engaging in professional communities, continuing education, and market researchOther TasksLeverage AI-enabled tools and analytics to enhance decision-making, improve efficiency, and drive measurable business outcomes when appropriateApply sound judgment and ethical standards when using AI, ensuring accuracy, data privacy, and responsible human-in-the-loop oversightOther duties as assignedPreferred Skills and ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Education, Higher Education Administration, Computer Science, or a field related to desired product area6+ years of experience in a Product Manager role within a relevant industryStrong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple projects independentlyCreative, analytical, and strategic thinker with demonstrated innovation in problem solvingFamiliarity with SDLC methodologies including Agile Scrum, shift-left practices, and Test-Driven Development (TDD)Experience with Aha! or similar product management toolsPragmatic Institute certification is a plusThe pay range for this position is $75,000-$90,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, geographic location, skills, and experience. This position is eligible for an annual bonus in addition to a full range of benefits. This information is provided per the relevant state and local pay transparency laws for the location in which this position will be performed.BenefitsMedical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, PTO, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Holidays, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401K, Educational AssistancePlease Note: Jenzabar does not sponsor applicants for work visas.