Director Product Management

Empowered to live. Inspired to work.

Compeer Financial is a member‑owned cooperative located in Illinois, Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together team members with a variety of backgrounds and experiences to help provide financial services to support agriculture and rural communities. Join us in a culture that not only promotes meaningful work and professional development, but provides a flexible, hybrid work environment and excellent benefits, which empower you to thrive both personally and professionally.

• Hybrid model – up to 50% work from home
• Flexible schedules including ample flexibility in the summer months
• Up to 9% towards 401k (3% fixed Compeer contribution plus up to 6% match)
• Benefits: medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, life & AD&D insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, wellness program & EAP
• Vacation, sick leave, holidays/floating holidays, parental leave, and volunteer paid time off
• Learning and development programs
• Mentorship programs
• Cross‑functional committee opportunities (i.e. Inclusion Council, emerging professional groups, etc.)
• Professional membership/certification reimbursement and more!

Casual/seasonal & intern team members are not eligible for benefits except for state‑mandated programs.

This position offers a hybrid work option up to 50% and is open to any Compeer office location in Illinois, Minnesota and Wisconsin.

This position is tasked with defining and executing a visionary product strategy that drives innovation and growth across the organization's digital product portfolio. The incumbent is pivotal in aligning product initiatives with business objectives through strategic planning, team leadership, and comprehensive market analysis. Fosters a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement, guiding their team to achieve strategic goals and enhance the organization's operating model.

• Champions the brand; serves as a role‑model for the vision, mission and values of the organization. Supports Compeer’s strategic imperatives.
• Hires, develops, motivates, coaches, evaluates, trains and rewards department team members.
• Provides clear and timely communication and feedback to all team members on expectations and goals.
• Promotes a positive work environment that leverages the talents and abilities of team members in achieving organizational and team goals.
• Assists leadership in defining team’s goals.
• Monitors progress toward goals and objectives for areas of responsibility.
• Builds, leads, and develops a high‑performing team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Provides coaching and mentorship to team members, establishing clear career development paths and growth opportunities.
• Promotes servant leadership principles throughout the organization to empower and inspire teams.

• Develops and implements a robust product management strategy that aligns with business goals and technological vision.
• Leads and mentors a diverse team committed to transforming Compeer’s operating model.
• Articulates and communicates a compelling product vision and strategy for multiple digital products.
• Creates and maintains strategic product roadmaps that capitalize on business opportunities and market trends.
• Establishes and track product Objectives and Key Results (OKRs).
• Drive strategic decision‑making related to product investments, prioritization, and resource allocation.

• Collaborates with executive leadership to ensure alignment between digital product strategy and overall business strategy.
• Partners with Engineering, Operations, and Marketing to ensure seamless product execution.
• Leads product portfolio reviews and strategic planning sessions to drive forward‑thinking decisions.
• Facilitates cross‑functional collaboration and priority setting to align product teams with business stakeholders.
• Advocates for a client‑centric approach across the organization.
• Acts as a trusted advisor, guiding business technology and business teams on product adoption and optimization strategies.

• Communicates program status,…