Product Manager

Canada External Job Ad
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Transforming the insurance industry is ambitious, we know. That's why at Applied, we're building a team that shows up every day ready to learn, willing to try new things, and driven to deliver innovative software and services that make us indispensable to our customers - all within a culture built on values that make us indispensable to each other too. With 40+ years of experience in the Insurtech game, we're not just redefining what's achievable; we're creating a place where amazing career moments are made possible.
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated and visionary Product Manager to join our Canada Commercial Lines team. This role will focus on enhancing data capture strategies and driving innovative AI initiatives that empower our customers and transform the industry. The position is open to candidates who can work remotely or in a hybrid setup within Canada or the United States.
As part of our team, you'll find opportunities to solve complex problems with data-driven insights, collaborate with diverse and dynamic professionals, and contribute to transforming workflows to better meet our customers' needs. We aim to create an environment where winning is achieved together, risks are taken in pursuit of improvement, and fun is embraced along the way. Join us to deliver exceptional outcomes as part of a team that values curiosity, resilience, and inclusivity.
What You'll Do

• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify customer needs.
• Identify and articulate problem statements to guide research initiatives, enhancing decision-making and understanding.
• Create business cases to support feature or product enhancements or new product concepts.
• Present business cases to Product leadership to gather feedback and buy-in.
• Ensure the delivery of features creates a connected customer journey and value realization.
• Lead cross-functional teams through the product lifecycle, driving collaboration and execution.
• Track progress towards milestones, identify roadblocks, and recommend solutions.
• Participate in user research and testing to gain a comprehensive understanding of user needs and pain points.
• Communicate user needs cross-functionally to align with feature and product prioritization.
• Collaborate with go-to-market teams to communicate feature-specific and product-value propositions effectively.
• Foster collaboration with key stakeholders, including Software Development, User Experience, Customer Experience, Customers, and Product Leadership, ensuring alignment and shared objectives.

We're Excited to Learn More About You
Your experience may include:

• 5+ years of experience in product management, with a proven track record of delivering impactful results.
• Excellent written, verbal communication, and presentation skills, with an ability to effectively engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Analytical and quantitative skills, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Proficiency in managing high-value projects while balancing competing priorities and constraints.
• A deep understanding and practical application of product management methodologies and best practices.
• A technology and design-savvy mindset with expertise in agile development processes.
• Proven experience in leveraging customer needs, preferences, and behaviors to inform product strategies, coupled with a growing understanding of the competitive market landscape.
• Strong project conceptualization, management, and prioritization abilities in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
• Experience in fostering collaboration and teamwork, with a demonstrated ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.

You may have other skills or credentials, including:

• A background working for enterprise SaaS organizations
• Familiarity with AI frameworks, strategies, or applications
• Experience with Commercial Lines Insurance and Applied products is a plus

We know that talent comes from all backgrounds and experience levels. We encourage military members and their spouses, as well as candidates without a degree or a background in tech, to apply!
When You Join Team Applied, You Can Expect:
A culture that values who you are and recognizes that you aren't just an employee; you are a teammate, and you matter. We thrive on the benefits of our different experiences and celebrate the uniqueness our teammates bring to work with them every day.
We flex our time together , collaborating remotely and in-person to empower our teams to work in the ways that work best for them.
A comprehensive benefits and compensation package that centers our teammates and helps them to bring their best to work every day:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Holiday and Vacation Time
• Health & Wellness Days
• A Bonus Day for Your Birthday

Learn more about the people behind our products at https://www1.appliedsystems.com/en-ca/about-us/jobs/
This position requires the employee to reside and work from one of the following provinces: Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Ontario, PEI, or Saskatchewan.
Your Security Matters:
Our candidates' personal information and online safety are top of mind for us. At Applied, we proactively protect your personal information and only communicate with candidates via a secure @appliedsystems.com email or through our official careers portal. Recruiters will never request payments, ask for financial account information or sensitive information like social security numbers.
EEO Statement
Applied Systems is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Diversity and Inclusion is a business imperative and is a part of building our brand and reputation. At Applied, we don't discriminate, and we are committed to recruit, develop, retain, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.
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