Accommodations Plus International
Product Lead- Strategy
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Product Lead to take ownership of the vision, strategy, and success of our flagship operational platform. As a Product Lead, you will be responsible for defining the long-term roadmap, conducting market research, and aligning the product with the company’s strategic goals. This role requires a big-picture thinker who can analyze market trends, assess business opportunities, and guide the development of a product that meets customer and market needs while delivering measurable business value. You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, development, and operations, to ensure the platform’s success in the market.
The ideal candidate has exceptional leadership and communication skills, a strong background in product strategy, and a proven ability to execute on a product vision in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Familiarity with operational platforms, enterprise systems, or similar technologies is highly beneficial.
Essential Functions:
Product Strategy
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
Travel
Some travel (less than 25%) is expected for this position.
Good Faith Compensation
The good faith compensation salary for this role is 120,000 - 150,000 USD, commensurate with experience. Salaries outside of USD will be adjusted for the market and cost of living for the region.
The ideal candidate has exceptional leadership and communication skills, a strong background in product strategy, and a proven ability to execute on a product vision in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Familiarity with operational platforms, enterprise systems, or similar technologies is highly beneficial.
Essential Functions:
Product Strategy
- Define and articulate the product vision and long-term roadmap, ensuring alignment with the company’s strategic objectives.
- Conduct market research, competitor analysis, and customer feedback reviews to inform product strategy and identify growth opportunities.
- Develop and maintain a dynamic product roadmap that balances short-term priorities with long-term goals.
- Own the business case for the product, including tracking and optimizing financial metrics such as ROI, cost-benefit analysis, and revenue impact.
- Analyze market trends and customer needs to identify opportunities for innovation and differentiation.
- Develop strategies to address competitive gaps, customer pain points, and future market demands.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the product’s success in the market and identify areas for improvement.
- Work closely with sales, marketing, and operations to ensure the product’s market fit and successful launches.
- Collaborate with development teams to ensure the product meets quality, scalability, and performance goals.
- Act as the primary advocate for the product, communicating its value and strategic vision to stakeholders across the organization.
- Oversee the full product lifecycle, from ideation and planning to execution and post-launch optimization.
- Prioritize features and initiatives based on business value, customer impact, and market conditions.
- Ensure that the product delivers measurable results that align with business objectives.
- Serve as the decision-maker for high-level product direction, including prioritization, resourcing, and strategic alignment.
- Champion a customer-first mindset and ensure the product evolves to meet both customer and business needs.
- Drive cross-functional alignment to ensure the product roadmap supports the company’s growth strategy.
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in Product Management, with a proven track record of managing enterprise platforms or operational systems.
- Related experience with operational platforms or enterprise systems with the industries such as airline, hotel, or travel is required.Strong understanding of market analysis, competitive landscapes, and financial modeling.
- Expertise in Agile methodologies and frameworks like Scrum or Kanban.
- Exceptional communication, leadership, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and align stakeholders at all levels.
- Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
- Strategic Vision: Ability to define and drive a clear, long-term product vision that aligns with company goals.
- Market Acumen: Deep understanding of market dynamics, customer needs, and competitive landscapes.
- Cross-Functional Leadership: Proficient in collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders to achieve product success.
- Financial Acumen: Skilled in creating and managing business cases, ROI calculations, and other financial metrics.
- Customer Focus: Commitment to delivering value-driven solutions that address customer pain points and enhance satisfaction.
- Manage and mentor a team of Product Owners, ensuring their efforts align with the overall product strategy and organizational goals.
- Provide guidance, coaching, and support to Product Owners in managing backlogs, prioritizing features, and delivering sprint-level deliverables.
- Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment, encouraging continuous learning and professional development.
- Ensure alignment between Product Owners, development teams, and stakeholders to achieve successful product outcomes.
- Conduct regular performance reviews, provide feedback, and define clear roles and responsibilities for the team.
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
Travel
Some travel (less than 25%) is expected for this position.
Good Faith Compensation
The good faith compensation salary for this role is 120,000 - 150,000 USD, commensurate with experience. Salaries outside of USD will be adjusted for the market and cost of living for the region.
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The Company
What We Do
As the worldwide leader in crew accommodation solutions for over 35 years, API uses proprietary technology, unique software solutions, and our highly experienced team to make sure over 20,000 crew members from more than 90 airlines rest comfortably every night. API’s end-to-end technology platform will transform the way airlines manage crew travel. o Mobile platform, MyCrewCare o Sourcing & Contracting o Crew Planning o Daily Operations & IROPS o Distressed Passenger o Billing & Reconciliation o Business Analytics Offering global support with 24 locations worldwide & Operations Centers in New York, Hong Kong, London and Sao Paolo –making API the only accommodation partner with global teams ready and able to assist 24/7. Visit www.apiglobalsolutions.com to learn more or send us a LinkedIn message!
