Principal Product Manager

West Monroe is seeking a Principal Product Manager to join the Technology and Experience practice in one of our U.S. offices.

• Partner with senior client stakeholders to define and translate strategic business goals into actionable product roadmaps, with a focus on incorporating AI and advanced analytics to drive innovation.
• Lead the development of user stories, process flows, and product requirements that support the design and delivery of enterprise‑grade software solutions, including AI‑powered features such as machine learning models, natural language processing (NLP), and predictive analytics.
• Collaborate with client executives, business/technology teams, and West Monroe consultants to identify opportunities for AI‑driven transformation and deliver solutions that address complex business challenges.
• Facilitate prioritization discussions with stakeholders, balancing business value, development effort, and the potential impact of AI‑enabled functionalities.
• Drive the deployment of solutions, ensuring AI models and tools are effectively integrated into client workflows and deliver measurable outcomes.
• Identify inefficiencies and pain points in client processes, leveraging AI and automation to streamline workflows and enhance decision‑making.
• Oversee and continuously refine product backlogs within an Agile/Scrum team environment, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and AI‑related initiatives.
• Mentor and guide product managers and teams, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence in product delivery.
• Track and measure the success of deployed solutions, including monitoring the performance of AI models and ensuring alignment with client KPIs and business objectives.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field preferred, or equivalent experience required; advanced degree (MBA, MS) is a plus.
• 10+ years of experience in product management, business analysis, or a related field, with a proven track record of delivering complex, enterprise‑grade solutions.
• Consulting firm/industry experience required, with a focus on managing client relationships and delivering measurable business outcomes.
• Deep expertise in authoring business/technical requirements and high‑quality user stories, with the ability to analyze, understand, and prioritize complex business problems, including those involving AI and data‑driven solutions.
• Strong experience working in Agile/Scrum environments, with a demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional teams and manage product life cycles.
• Proficiency in PM tools like Jira for managing and tracking projects, including AI‑related tasks and performance metrics.
• Strong understanding of AI technologies, frameworks, and tools such as Tensor Flow, PyTorch, Azure AI, AWS AI, or Google Cloud AI.
• Knowledge of key AI concepts, including supervised/unsupervised learning, NLP, computer vision, and predictive analytics, and the ability to collaborate with data scientists and engineers to define and deliver AI‑powered solutions.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and drive alignment among senior executives and cross‑functional teams.
• Strong business acumen, with the ability to articulate the value of AI and emerging technologies to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop junior team members, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Passion for staying ahead of industry trends, particularly in AI, data science, and product management best practices.

Salary ranges vary by location:

• Seattle or Washington, D.C. $154,400—$181,500 USD
• Los Angeles $161,700—$190,200 USD
• New York City or San Francisco $169,100—$198,800 USD
• A location not listed above $147,000—$172,900 USD

Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Enrollment is available in the company’s 401(k) plan, employee stock ownership program, and eligibility for annual bonuses. Unlimited flexible time off and ten paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Eligibility for ten weeks of paid parental leave is available upon…