Director Product Management

At OCLC, we build technology with a purpose: to connect libraries and make knowledge accessible worldwide, because we believe that what is known must be shared. Our teams work with complex global datasets, AI and machine learning, hybrid cloud solutions, and other technologies that connect people and organizations to the information they need. We value the power of unique perspectives and experiences to unlock innovation.

At OCLC, your ideas matter, whether you have two years of experience or 20. You’ll learn, create, and problem-solve with technologists, product developers, librarians, researchers, marketing pros, and support teams around the world.

OCLC is consistently recognized as a best place to work by several independent programs We   recognize and reward people and results with a comprehensive Total Rewards package. This means competitive compensation that reflects your unique contributions—performance, experience, and skills—along with exceptional benefits, including best-in-class health coverage, retirement plans with generous company contributions, and a commitment to your overall well-being.
* Develop the vision and product strategy for libraries.
* Investigate and develop new product offerings to support library workflows in new areas including decision support and community engagement.
* Manage the revenue, contribution, and budgets associated for the product portfolio.
* Leverage strong networks and relationship building skills within libraries worldwide, with specific focus on large academic libraries and library consortia.
* Provide strategic, managerial, staff development, and leadership for the Discovery team.
* Present at customer and academic market events and conferences.
* Monitor industry trends, product reviews, and competitive products/services; propose changes and recommendations based on analysis of trends and member feedback.
* Inspire, cultivate, and foster a winning team culture measured by high retention and employee satisfaction.
* Establish and maintain productive and effective working relationships with internal and external partners including:  Gtech, Research, Business Development, Sales, Marketing, Finance, libraries & third party content providers.
* Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, or related discipline.
* At least 10 years of experience in product management.
* At least 5 years of experience working in a product management leadership position and demonstrated expertise in launching new products and growing mature products.
* Passion for automating workflows and leveraging data to create new insights to enable decision support and community engagement.
* Superior communication skills: written and oral presentation.
* Strong understanding of the Product Management Lifecycle model.
* Demonstrated ability with financial planning and financial forecasting.
* Some travel may be required.
* Master’s degree preferred.
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