Nelnet Business Services (NBS), a division of Nelnet, Inc., provides payment technology and education services to more than 1,200 higher education institutions, nearly 12,000 K-12 schools, and millions of individual students, families, and supporters across the globe. Our culture of service enables us to form long-lasting and trusted partnerships, while our focus on creativity and innovative solutions empowers our customer communities to thrive.
The Product Manager discovers and validates market problems, identifies new business opportunities, and measures and manages product performance. This position also develops strategic vision and product roadmaps with executive stakeholders, and works with product owners and development teams to deliver exceptional results. The Product Manager focuses on developing skills and abilities under the guidance of both management and more experienced Product Manager II positions.This position offers a hybrid work option. Nelnet values flexibility and understands the importance of work-life integration. Our hybrid work environment allows associates within 30 miles of an office to work remotely for part of the week, while also fostering collaboration and team connection through in-office presence.
Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. To be considered, candidates must already be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Develops industry relationships to identify market opportunities, define market problems, and advance Nelnet as a thought leader.
2. Identifies and socializes competitive advantages and market growth opportunities.
3. Develops 1-3 year product vision and works with Product Owners to ensure the product backlog supports this vision.
4. Conducts win/loss analysis to determine areas of opportunity and improvement.
5. Monitors and analyzes key performance indicators to determine product performance and effectiveness.
6. Manages ROI models and refines periodically to improve our ability to predict product growth.
7. Researches market pricing and recommends pricing strategies based on competitive strengths and market positioning.
8. Acts as a mentor to other team members and provides expertise in security.
EDUCATION:
1. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
EXPERIENCE:
1. 2+ years of related experience or existing product knowledge.
COMPETENCIES – SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES:
1. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple concurrent projects.
2. Flexibility to adapt quickly to new requirements, situations, programs and services.
3. Customer focused, team player.
4. Good time management and organizational skills.
5. Strong written and oral communication skills.
6. Strong problem solving skills.
7. Demonstrated respect, collaboration, and pride in ownership.
8. Ability to adapt to change.
9. Focus on delivering value.
Compensation range for this position is -$90,000 - $110,000 annually, depending on experience.
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Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, HSA and FSA, generous earned time off, 401K/student loan repayment, life insurance & AD&D insurance, employee assistance program, employee stock purchase program, tuition reimbursement, performance-based incentive pay, short- and long-term disability, and a robust wellness program. Click here to learn more about our benefits: Benefits & Perks - Nelnet Inc
Nelnet is committed to providing a welcoming and respectful workplace where all associates have the opportunity to succeed. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion/creed, national origin, gender, sex, marital status, age, disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. We value the unique contributions of every team member and believe that a positive work environment benefits everyone.
Qualified individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations in order to apply or compete for positions at Nelnet may request such accommodations by contacting Corporate Recruiting at 402-486-5725 or [email protected].
Nelnet is a Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- 2+ years of related experience or existing product knowledge
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple concurrent projects
- Ability to adapt quickly to new requirements, situations, programs, and services
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Good time management and organizational skills
- Customer-focused and collaborative team player
What We Do
Nelnet is a leading student loan servicer – but we’re even more than that. We provide payment technology for over 1,300 higher education institutions and 11,500 K-12 schools. We deliver world-class fiber internet, TV, and phone services to residents of Nebraska and Colorado. We help borrowers achieve their educational goals with private student loan and refinance solutions. And we help businesses boost their performance with our cutting-edge technology and trusted expertise. Each day, over 6,500 Nelnet associates in more than 30 communities across the country work to serve our customers and make their dreams possible. And we’re on the lookout for new people to help us go even further.
