Sr Director, Product Management

Company: OpenText
Location: Gaithersburg
Posted on: May 24, 2025

Job Description:

Hiring Manager: Sushil PancholiTalent Acquisition Advisor: Snigdha AsthanaJob Code Level: MEM4Refer Your Friends!
OpenText Business Network is a cloud platform that facilitates efficient, secure and compliant collaboration across digital ecosystems of people, systems and things. The platform comprises solutions that simplify the inherent complexities of business-to-business (B2B) data exchange and offers insights that drive operational efficiencies, speed time to revenue and improve customer satisfaction.YOUR IMPACTAs the Director of Product Management, you will drive growth of our flagship Business Network Cloud Enterprise product. You will spearhead the strategy, development, and execution of our B2B supply chain integration solutions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Sales, Marketing, and Customer Success, to build innovative products that meet the evolving needs of our enterprise customers. This role requires a blend of strategic thinking, understanding of customer needs, and strong leadership skills.WHAT THE ROLE OFFERSProduct Vision & Strategy:

• Define and articulate the product vision and long-term strategy for our flagship Business Network Cloud Enterprise product.
• Own the product roadmap and ensure alignment with company goals, market demands, and customer needs.
• Collaborate with leadership to prioritize initiatives and allocate resources effectively.
• Evangelize your team's mission and priorities.
• Help customers and others in our organization understand how your products will drive ROI.
• Effective presenter of capabilities, vision, value proposition, and product roadmaps to customers, prospects, Sales leadership and at other public events.
  • Product Development:
    • Lead the end-to-end product lifecycle, from ideation through development, launch, and continuous improvement.
    • Partner with engineering teams to define product requirements, user stories, and technical specifications.
    • Ensure timely delivery of high-quality products that drive value for customers and differentiate us from competitors
    • Market Analysis and Competitive Intelligence:
      • Conduct market research, customer interviews, and competitive analysis to identify emerging trends and opportunities in the supply chain space.
      • Understand customer pain points, buyer personas, and key industry drivers to inform product decisions.
      • Stakeholder Collaboration:
        • Act as the key product liaison with Sales, Marketing, Customer Success, and other departments to align product efforts with company initiatives.
        • Work closely with customers and partners to gather feedback and ensure our products address real-world challenges.
        • Provide product training and enablement to support Sales and Marketing in go-to-market activities.
        • Leadership and Team Development:
          • Lead and mentor a team of product managers, fostering a collaborative and innovative culture.
          • Develop processes for product discovery, user research, and analytics to continuously improve product development practices.
          • Drive a customer-centric mindset throughout the product organization.
            • WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED
              • 8-10+ years of product management experience, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role.
              • Proven track record of building and scaling B2B SaaS products, preferably in supply chain, logistics, or enterprise integration solutions.
              • Strong understanding of supply chain processes, technologies, and market dynamics.
              • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and guide decision-making at all levels of the organization.
              • Analytical mindset with the ability to leverage data to drive decision-making and continuous improvement.
                • Skills:
                  • Expertise in Agile product development methodologies.
                  • Ability to define product vision and translate complex technical concepts into business value.
                  • Familiarity with **Supply Chain Optimization Applications** (e.g., demand planning, inventory optimization, transportation management systems).
                  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
                  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
                  • Education:
                    • Bachelor's degree in business, computer science, engineering, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.ONE LAST THING
                      • Impact: Play a critical role in shaping and optimizing our B2B Integration Solutions and driving the future success of our business.
                      • Innovation: Lead transformative products that impact global supply chains, working in a dynamic environment where your ideas and expertise will make a difference.
                      • Collaboration: Work with a talented and diverse team across multiple departments, contributing to initiatives that have a global impact.
                        OpenText's commitment to diversity and inclusion surpasses legal requirements, evident in our which promotes a respectful and empowering environment for employees of all backgrounds, culture, national origin, race, color, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, family status, age, veteran status, disability, religion, or other basis protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please submit a ticket at . Our proactive approach fosters collaboration, innovation, and personal growth, enriching OpenText's vibrant workplace.
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