Product Strategy and Launch Manager / Business Analyst
Duration: 6 months – Feb to July 2025 – could extend If the product is successful
Location: Hybrid -Blackburn office (Blackburn: Shadsworth Rd, Blackburn BB1 2PR )
Key Responsibilities
1. Value Proposition & Strategy
* Develop and articulate the POC’s unique value proposition, ensuring alignment with customer needs and industry trends.
* Conduct stakeholder interviews, market research, and competitive analysis to refine the product strategy.
1. Business Case Development
* Lead the creation of comprehensive business cases, including ROI analysis, financial projections, and pricing strategies.
* Evaluate different commercialization models and distribution channels for maximal revenue and market impact.
1. Go-to-Market (GTM) Planning
* Design and execute the GTM strategy, encompassing positioning, segmentation, marketing tactics, and communication plans.
* Collaborate with operations, marketing and sales teams to ensure consistent messaging and efficient resource allocation.
1. Product Roadmap & Requirements
* Translate high-level objectives into product requirements and milestones, aligning technical deliverables with strategic goals.
* Work closely with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Operations, R&D) to ensure smooth implementation and timely delivery.
1. Project & Stakeholder Management
* Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders (vendors, partners, clients) to gather input, validate hypotheses, and manage expectations.
* Report on key performance metrics, progress, and risks, providing data-driven recommendations for project pivots or adjustments.
1. Market and Customer Insights
* Conduct ongoing market, competitor, and customer analysis to identify new opportunities for product innovation or value-added services.
* Incorporate feedback loops and continuous improvement methodologies into the POC lifecycle.
1. Risk Assessment & Regulatory Compliance
* Identify potential risks (technical, commercial, and regulatory) and work with relevant teams to develop mitigation strategies.
* Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations (e.g., safety, data privacy) relevant to Fire & Security solutions.
Qualifications & Experience
* Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field. An MBA or Product Management certification is advantageous.
* Experience:
* 5+ years in Product Management, Strategy, or Business Analysis roles.
* Demonstrated experience bringing complex B2B or IoT-oriented products to market.
* Familiarity with Fire & Security or related industries is highly beneficial.
* Technical Skills:
* Proficient in product lifecycle management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence) and analytics tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI).
* Strong understanding of connected devices, cloud platforms, and data integration concepts.
* Business Acumen:
* Proven track record of developing go-to-market strategies, business models, and financial analyses.
* Ability to translate customer and market insights into actionable product roadmaps.
Key Competencies
* Strategic Thinking: Ability to synthesize market data, financial analysis, and customer insights into a cohesive product strategy.
* Communication & Collaboration: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to influence and drive consensus among senior stakeholders.
* Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Comfortable working with ambiguity in a POC environment, quickly identifying risks, opportunities, and recommended actions.
* Leadership & Project Management: Experience leading cross-functional teams through planning, execution, and launch phases.
* Customer-Centric Mindset: Passion for understanding end-user needs and delivering exceptional customer experiences.