Data Product Manager

Kforce has a client in Juno Beach, FL that is seeking a Data Product Manager responsible for leading the lifecycle of data-centric products, focusing on product discovery to ensure alignment with user needs and business value.

Key ResponsibilitiesProduct Strategy and Vision:

• Define data product strategy and vision aligned with NEE and Data Office goals
• Develop a product roadmap that evolves with changing user needs
• Identify Enterprise Data opportunities and user needs through research and analysis

Product Discovery:

• Conduct design sessions with business unit stakeholders to ideate and yield draft product requirements
• Conduct user interviews and surveys to gather insights and validate product concepts
• Develop mockups and conduct usability testing
• Engage in competitive analysis to identify differentiation opportunities
• Utilize data-driven techniques to uncover emerging trends and inform discovery

Product Development and Tech Oversight:

• Partner with engineering, solution architects, and business unit stakeholders to translate discovery insights into product features
• Prioritize features and functionalities based on business impact and technical feasibility

Stakeholder Management:

• Engage with stakeholders across the organization to gather requirements and communicate product status
• Advocate for product within the company and ensure alignment with business objectives
• Provide training and support for users and stakeholders to maximize product adoption

Data Analysis and Insights:

• Utilize data analysis tools to derive insights and inform product decisions
• Ensure the accuracy and quality of data within products

Performance Metrics and Reporting:

• Define and monitor KPIs to assess product performance and return on investment (e.g., product-level Profit and Loss forecasting and analysis)
• Manage budget for product development and ensure optimal resource allocation* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or related analytical field
• Master's degree in an analytical field
• Experience in product management, with a focus on data products and discovery
• Strong technical background with an understanding of data technologies and tools
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
• Proficiency in data analysis, data warehousing, and other data software architecture considerations
• Software development experience (e.g. knowledge of data modeling, ETL processes, CI/CD workflows, alerts and error handling)
• Understanding of product lifecycle management
• Experience with data visualization and reporting tools
• Strong skills in product discovery, user research, and prototype testing