• The ideal individual will be highly adaptable to change, eager to operate in a fast-paced environment with urgency, and capable of leading in such an environment
• 12+ years related product management experience in software development or a related field
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in a related field
• Reliable internet access for any period of time working remotely, not in a Workiva office

Desirable

• The Senior Director of Product Management, Growth is the product leader for Workiva’s Growth team
• As a key leader on the growth team, this role supports our Innovation to Incubation (I2I) process by driving early ideation, discovery, and incubation to help Workiva enter new markets and develop new solutions
• This role is the product leader for Growth and is responsible for product management of early-stage solutions, working with the Growth team leadership (PMO, Solution Engineering, Solutions Development Consulting, Partners, and Technical Solutions), as well as collaborating with cross-functional aligned departments (R&D, Customer and Partner Experience, Sales, Product Marketing)
• Contributing to the Growth team's strong commercialization orientation, ability to handle ambiguity and problem-solving, this role requires the ability to learn quickly, test new ideas, and drive disciplined decision-making, as well as the ability to execute, monitor results, and adjust
• Develop and execute a comprehensive product strategy for innovation to incubation
• Collaborate with large cross-functional teams, including PMO, Solution Engineering, Solutions Development Consulting, Partners and Technical solution teams
• Stay updated with industry trends, market demands, and customer feedback to identify new opportunities and ensure our product offerings remain competitive and innovative
• Drive collaboration and alignment with the R&D, Customer and Partner Experience, Sales, Product Marketing groups within Workiva
• Define the product roadmap and prioritize initiatives based on business objectives and customer needs
• Engage with customers, prospects, and industry thought leaders to gain insights, validate product direction, and gather feedback for product improvements
• Work closely with the product leadership team to align the product roadmap with the overall company vision and objectives
• Operate as a lead individual contributor or build and lead a high-performing product management team based on scope of solution to incubate while fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning
• Build and Mentor a team of product managers, providing guidance and mentorship, and fostering Workiva’s culture as a great place to work
• Conduct regular product reviews and analyze product performance metrics to measure success and identify areas for improvement
• Manage the i2i life cycle, taking ownership from ideation through implementation and ensuring product and market fit