Product Manager

Description

We are looking for a Product Manager to support strategic product and program initiatives for a long-term contract opportunity in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In this role, you will partner with leaders and cross-functional teams to improve planning, strengthen governance routines, and keep priorities aligned with broader business objectives. The position requires someone who can bring structure to complex work, communicate progress clearly, and help teams move forward efficiently in a matrixed environment.

Responsibilities

Drive strategic product and program efforts by translating business priorities into actionable plans and practical execution guidance for internal teams. Coordinate leadership forums, quarterly business reviews, and product oversight meetings by preparing aligned materials, documenting decisions, and following through on next steps. Improve the objectives and key results framework to promote stronger organizational alignment, visibility, and consistency in measuring progress against strategic goals.

Identify opportunities to refine workflows and team processes, and provide hands-on support for better use of product development practices and innovation tools. Lead collaboration across product, engineering, and operations teams to maintain momentum and alignment in a matrixed environment with limited direction. Support new product introduction initiatives by reinforcing governance expectations, execution discipline, and program best practices. Share updates on timelines, milestones, dependencies, and risks with stakeholders at multiple levels, including technical teams and senior leadership.

Address delivery challenges proactively by resolving conflicts, surfacing resource gaps, and removing operational obstacles that may impact schedules.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in product management, program coordination, or a related role.
Working knowledge of Agile Scrum principles and experience supporting iterative product delivery.
Experience managing or refining product backlogs, including backlog grooming and prioritization activities.
Proficiency with Atlassian Jira for tracking work, progress, and team deliverables.
Familiarity with bug tracking processes and issue resolution workflows.
Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders across different levels of an organization.
Demonstrated skill in organizing complex initiatives, managing competing priorities, and keeping teams aligned on outcomes.

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