Group Product Manager

Holman is a family-owned, global automotive services organization anchored by our deeply rooted core values and principles that have enabled us to continue Driving What’s Right throughout the last century. Our teams deliver the Holman Experience by treating our customers and each other as we would like to be treated, and creating positive, rewarding relationships all around. The automotive markets Holman serves include fleet management and leasing; vehicle fabrication and upfitting; component manufacturing and productivity solutions; powertrain distribution and logistics services; commercial and personal insurance and risk management; and retail automotive sales as one of the largest privately owned dealership groups in the United States. Position Description: Provide thought leadership and define the vision and Objectives & Key Results (OKR) for assigned product portfolio Analyze product performance data and user feedback to drive data-driven decisions for product enhancements and future iterations. Collaborate with product leadership team to define and shape the product strategy and feature roadmap based on business goals, user research and data.   Prioritize product features and improvements, with the goal of delivering value to the end users and impact to the business. Engage with internal and external stakeholders to understand their needs, gather feedback, and communicate product plans and updates effectively. Manage, mentor, and guide a team of IT product managers, fostering their professional growth and performance. Set clear objectives and expectations for the team and ensure they have the necessary resources and tools to excel in their roles. Conduct regular performance evaluations and offer feedback to team members to help them continuously improve. Support the team in defining product requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria for development teams to follow during the software development lifecycle Ensure that the product development process adheres to best practices, agile methodologies, and quality standards to deliver products on time and within budget. Monitor the progress of ongoing projects, identify potential roadblocks, and take corrective actions to keep projects on track. Foster strong partnerships with engineering, design, marketing, and other relevant teams to ensure smooth product development, launch, and post-launch support. Manage expectations and provide regular updates on product development progress, milestones, and potential changes in scope. Perform all other duties and special projects as assigned Education and/or Training: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. Proven experience as a Product Manager  building software  or in a similar leadership role within the IT industry. Proficient in various desktop tools including MS Office Programs (i.e. Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, SharePoint etc.) and workflow management tools like Jira/Confluence or ADO. Relevant Work Experience: Experience with leading a team of product managers, product owners, or business analysts to build innovative digital products Experience building and optimizing workflow management products and/or chat & messaging capabilities for internal users supporting customers is a plus Proven track record of working with UX designers to create experiences that are driven by qualitative user research and prototyping Breadth and depth of technical or functional expertise in own area of responsibility or department; may be acquiring knowledge of other related areas of departments Developing and implementing processes, methods, and tools to increase efficiency and accuracy Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams. Solid analytical and problem-solving abilities, leveraging data to inform decision-making. Business acumen and the ability to align product strategies with organizational goals. Familiarity with technology trends and the ability to anticipate market needs and opportunities. Strong understanding of software development processes and methodologies, particularly agile practices. #LI-BS1 #LI-HYBRID INDMSC At Holman, we exist to provide rewarding careers and better lives for employees and their families. We hire, train, empower, and reward exceptional people. Our journey is guided by our desire to get it right every time and the acknowledgement that we have an opportunity to be better. To be better, we have to do better, and to do better we must know better. That’s why we are listening, open to learning new things – about ourselves and each other. We will never stop striving for improved diversity, equity, and inclusion because we are successful together when we feel trusted and supported. It’s The Holman Way. At Holman, your total compensation goes beyond your paycheck. To position you for success and provide a rewarding career and better life for you and your family, Holman is proud to offer you the benefits you deserve; including protection against illness, disability, loss of work, or preparation for retirement. Below is a brief overview of the programs available to full-time employees (programs may vary by country or worker type): Health Insurance Vision Insurance Dental Insurance Life and Disability Insurance Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts Employee Assistance Program 401(k) plan with Company Match Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays, Bereavement, and Jury Duty Paid Pregnancy/Parental leave Paid Military Leave Tuition Reimbursement Benefits: Regular Full-Time We offer excellent benefits including health, vision, dental, life and disability insurance, and 401(k) with company match. Our time off benefits include Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, bereavement, and jury duty. In addition, we offer paid pregnancy and parental leave, and supp