Senior Vice President (SVP) of Product, US

Title:Senior Vice President (SVP) of Product, US

Location: New York City, NY 

 

The Opportunity: 

The Senior Vice President (SVP) of Product is a strategic leadership role responsible for driving the vision, strategy, and execution of MiQ’s product portfolio across the US market. Reporting to the US co-CEO, this role leads a high-performing team of product managers and directors to develop innovative, market-leading products that drive significant revenue growth and exceptional customer satisfaction. The role demands a blend of strategic acumen, technical expertise, and inspirational leadership to align product initiatives with overall business objectives and rapidly evolving market demands.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & Product Roadmapping:

• Partner with US market leadership to develop and execute a comprehensive product strategy and roadmap that aligns with MiQ’s overall business objectives and market opportunities.
• Leverage detailed market research, commercial insights, and customer feedback to identify product opportunities and refine feature prioritization.
• Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure product success, user adoption, revenue growth, and customer satisfaction.

Team Leadership & Management:

• Build, lead, and mentor an high-performing product team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
• Provide ongoing coaching and professional development opportunities, ensuring team members are equipped to meet strategic goals and recognize personal growth.
• Instill best practices in process standardization, robust documentation, and effective methodologies across the team.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication:

• Collaborate closely with Central Product teams, solutions, engineering, design, marketing, sales, and customer success teams to ensure seamless product development and launch processes.
• Establish standardized workflows and communication protocols, including coordination with MIQ’s Center of Excellence (COE), to manage resources effectively and meet deadlines.
• Serve as the primary liaison with executive leadership, articulating the product vision, progress, and strategic proposals to secure buy-in and drive cross-departmental alignment.

Customer Focus & Market Insight:

• Champion a customer-centric approach by integrating user research, data analytics, and direct customer feedback into the product development process.
• Continuously monitor market trends, emerging technologies, and competitive landscapes to proactively adjust product strategies and maintain a competitive edge.
• Ensure product features are sequenced and developed to address real market needs and drive customer success.

Innovation & Continuous Improvement:

• Promote a culture of innovation, encouraging experimentation and the adoption of new technologies and methodologies.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product performance and operational efficiency.
• Identify and mitigate risks, ensuring the product portfolio remains agile and responsive to changing market dynamics.

Stakeholder Engagement & Revenue Growth:

• Engage with key stakeholders at all levels, to align product strategies with the company’s growth objectives.
• Oversee the launch and performance of new products, ensuring they meet strategic revenue targets and customer expectations.

 

Requirements:

• Experience: 
• At least 15 years of progressive experience in product management roles, with a proven track record of leading large, dynamic product teams and delivering market-leading innovations.
• Skills & Expertise: 
• Strong strategic and analytical thinking skills with the ability to translate complex market and customer insights into actionable product strategies and data backed decision making.
• Deep understanding of product development processes, agile methodologies, and user-centered design principles.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to influence and align stakeholders across various functions and geographies.
• Passion for technology, innovation, and creating exceptional customer experiences.

Additional Qualifications: 

• Prior experience in scaling product initiatives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to navigate a collaborative and decentral