Product Manager, FedSpend (Federal Procurement)

Who are we?At Leadership Connect, we believe that relationships are everything in business and in life. Founded by two former CEOs of S&P 500 companies and a former presidential press secretary, our premier information service is built for developing relationships that impact decisions in government, business, and media. Utilizing deep research expertise and cutting-edge technology, we help our clients win business and influence policy across various specialties and verticals. We are a close-knit team dedicated to helping each of our users make a difference.
About the RoleAs a Product Manager, you will be at the forefront of our mission, driving the development and enhancement of our SaaS product suite as it relates to federal government contracting. Your domain expertise will be crucial in understanding the challenges and opportunities in this industry, ensuring that our product remains competitive and impactful.
We are seeking a Product Manager to lead our government contracting and procurement product lines. Leadership Connect’s product managers serve as the voice of the customer, driving new product initiatives and ensuring continued value from existing services. As Product Manager, Government Procurement, you will be responsible for creating long and short-term product requirements, working with our data science and development resources to bring new products to market, owning the overall business model and pricing structure for your product lines, and determining the resource allocation needed to achieve your product’s goals. A deep knowledge of government procurement, especially federal acquisition, is required for success in this role.

Core functions of the Role:

• Conduct in-depth market research and engage with government contractors to identify pain -points, needs, value adds, and market trends
• Create a lifecycle plan for the expansion of your product line, including key revenue targets, problems solved, and milestones needed to reach your goals
• Create a backlog of product requirements meant for development over the coming quarters
• Collaborate with design and engineering teams to translate the roadmap into actionable features and enhancements
• Lead the product development lifecycle from ideation and planning to development, testing, and launch
• Identify prospects, collaborate on developing the business model for the product, and monitor sales and usage for opportunities
• Work closely with the sales and marketing teams to ensure successful product launches and drive adoption across current users and prospects.
• Monitor industry regulations and policy changes that may impact the product's functionality or compliance.
• Alignment to our corporate values is a key to success in this role

About You:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (MBA a plus)
• Experience leading product initiatives, ideally in technology
• Experience with agile development methodologies and tools is a plus
• Deep understanding of the government contracting space and procurement processes
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
• Excellent communication and leadership skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Problem-solving mindset with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

What is it like to work here?We foster an environment that encourages all our team members to excel by offering competitive compensation for top talent. We believe in creating a friendly and enjoyable workplace, with regular team-building events, happy hours, and more. Transparency is key within our company, and we hold weekly town halls led by our CEO to address questions regarding business plans, product direction, and company goals. In addition, we provide flexible PTO policies to ensure you can enjoy your time outside the office and focus on your personal life.
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There is never a dull moment in Washington, D.C. People come from all over the world to join forces at Leadership Connect. We're currently working remotely, with on-site optional, but we cannot wait to get together for rooftop happy hours, exploring two brand new offices, and meeting all of the new hires in our growing team.
Want to join our amazing team? Benefits/Rewards:Awesome medical insurance planDental InsuranceLife & Disability insuranceFlexible spending accountsUnlimited PTO!Eleven Paid Holidays$3,000 Employee Referral ProgramEmployer contribution to 401(k) planRewards and recognition programs If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet 100% of the requirements, we