Director, Product
AutoNationAbout the role
At this time, we are not considering applicants who require employment authorization sponsorship (1) as a condition of eligibility for employment with the Company or (2) at any point during the term of their employment. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship by the Company.
Job Responsibilities:
• Lead the ongoing success and development of one or more product areas, managing teams and multiple projects to ensure successful delivery across various initiatives.
• Balance priorities across teams and product managers, negotiating trade-offs with other leaders to optimize delivery and maximize impact.
• Monitor and maintain the quality and status of requirements across multiple projects, ensuring clarity, comprehensiveness, and alignment with business goals.
• Develop a test/learn roadmap, including setting goals, determining necessary tests, scheduling, running tests, and taking action based on results.
• Proactively identify opportunities for user research that will support longer-term product development and innovation.
• Lead and model data-driven decision-making, ensuring teams collaborate to analyze and understand how their data contributes to broader business and product growth.
• Create and communicate product roadmaps for one or more areas, ensuring alignment with customer needs, business strategy, and measurable results.
• Provide strong leadership and mentorship to product teams, setting clear expectations, and delivering consistent, actionable feedback.
• Regularly identify and hire high-performing product team members to strengthen the team’s capabilities and drive continuous product excellence.
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with the Company’s Vision, Mission, and Values in all interactions with customers, co-workers, and suppliers.
• Adheres to all company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
Qualifications:
• 12+ years of experience in product management or equivalent roles, including at least 3 years managing teams.
• Proven ability to balance and prioritize multiple product areas, projects, and teams to deliver impactful results on time.
• Strong experience in writing, reviewing, and ensuring comprehensive product requirements.
• Expertise in A/B testing, qualitative research, and data-driven decision-making.
• Ability to develop and communicate clear product roadmaps aligned with business strategy.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and team-building skills with the ability to guide and inspire teams.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Must meet company’s requirements for employment.
Physical Requirements:
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling office equipment.
• Ability to use a computer monitor and read small text for extended periods.
• Occasional standing and walking within the office for meetings or collaboration.
• Lifting or carrying light objects such as laptops, office supplies, or documents (typically up to 10–15 lbs).
• Clear verbal communication for phone calls, virtual meetings, and in-person discussions.
• Ability to focus in an open office environment or while using noise-canceling devices.
• Occasional bending, reaching, or crouching to access filing cabinets or office storage.
• Minimal travel (if applicable) for training, meetings, or company events.Next Possible Position: Senior Director, Product Management
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling office equipment.
• Ability to use a computer monitor and read small tex
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