Senior Manager-Product Strategy

This role is for one of Weekday’s clients
Salary range: Rs 4000000 - Rs 5000000 (ie INR 40 - 50 LPA)

Min Experience: 4+ years
Location: Bengaluru
JobType: full-time

Our client is a fast-growing, profitable organization that has recently raised over $25 million in Series C funding, demonstrating strong investor confidence and significant growth potential. The company has been profitable for the past two years, reflecting a sustainable business model and disciplined execution. Founded by accomplished leaders from IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, and IIM Ahmedabad, the organization combines entrepreneurial vision with strong business fundamentals.

With ambitious growth plans and a focus on building innovative, scalable solutions, the company offers an exciting opportunity for high-performing professionals to work closely with the founders and contribute directly to strategic decision-making and business growth.

Role Overview

We are looking for a driven and strategic Senior Manager – Product Strategy to lead the Founder’s Office end-to-end. This role is ideal for a professional who combines strong product thinking, business acumen, and execution capabilities to solve complex business problems and drive high-impact initiatives.

You will work closely with the founders and senior leadership to identify growth opportunities, develop product strategies, execute go-to-market initiatives, and improve business performance. The role offers a clear growth path, with the opportunity to transition into a P&L ownership role within 12–18 months, taking responsibility for business strategy, revenue growth, and overall profitability.

Key Responsibilities

1. Founder’s Office & Strategic Initiatives

• Work directly with the founders to define and execute strategic priorities and key business initiatives.
• Own critical projects end-to-end, from problem identification and planning to execution and measurable outcomes.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and business assessments to identify growth opportunities.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration across product, engineering, marketing, sales, and operations.
• Develop business reviews, strategic presentations, and performance dashboards for leadership.

2. Product Strategy & Development

• Define and execute product strategies aligned with business objectives and customer needs.
• Identify customer pain points, market gaps, and emerging trends to inform product roadmaps.
• Collaborate with product and engineering teams to translate business requirements into actionable product initiatives.
• Prioritize product features and enhancements based on customer impact, business value, and implementation feasibility.
• Monitor product performance and use data-driven insights to improve adoption, engagement, and retention.

3. Go-to-Market Strategy

• Develop go-to-market strategies for new products, features, and business initiatives.
• Identify target customer segments, positioning opportunities, pricing considerations, and distribution channels.
• Partner with sales and marketing teams to drive product launches, customer acquisition, and revenue growth.
• Track key performance indicators and refine strategies based on market feedback and business outcomes.

4. Business Growth & P&L Ownership

• Identify opportunities to improve revenue, operational efficiency, and profitability.
• Build business cases, financial models, and execution plans for strategic initiatives.
• Prepare to assume end-to-end P&L responsibility within 12–18 months, subject to performance and business requirements.

Must-Have Skills

• Go-to-Market Strategy
• Product Development
• Product Strategy

Required Experience & Qualifications

• 4–6 years of relevant experience in product strategy, business strategy, management consulting, or a similar role.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and drive cross-functional execution.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• A strong ownership mindset, comfort with ambiguity, and a bias for action.