Product Owner | Hybrid | Atlanta

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Atlanta, GA, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Fintech
The Role
Lead product vision, roadmap, and execution across multiple platforms. Define KPIs, prioritize backlogs, produce user stories and acceptance criteria, run sprint and release planning, present executive updates, and partner with engineering and stakeholders to drive adoption and performance.
Summary Generated by Built In

Progressive Leasing is a leading provider of in-store and e-commerce lease-to-own solutions. With more than 20 years in FinTech, we’ve grown from start-up to industry leader by innovating, simplifying, and valuing people. We are a subsidiary of PROG Holdings (NYSE: PRG), a FinTech holding company with three business segments: Progressive Leasing, Purchasing Power (a leading employee purchase program for consumer products and services using payroll deduction), and Four, a Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) platform.


Purchasing Power is a leading employee purchase program that helps people buy the products and services they need through the convenience of payroll deduction. As part of PROG Holdings (NYSE: PRG), a FinTech holding company with more than 20 years of experience, we’re focused on building simple, responsible financial solutions that put people first. PROG Holdings’ portfolio includes Progressive Leasing, a market leader in lease-to-own solutions, Purchasing Power, and Four, a Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) platform — all united by a commitment to innovation, access, and meaningful impact.

At Purchasing Power, you’ll have the opportunity to directly shape digital products that improve financial access and everyday life for millions of people. In this role, you’ll own meaningful platforms, influence strategic decisions, and partner across the business to deliver customer-centric solutions. If you’re motivated by impact, autonomy, and translating ideas into real outcomes, this role puts you at the center of it.

WE ARE: A collaborative, mission-driven organization focused on creating simple and responsible financial solutions. A team that values ownership, curiosity, and continuous improvement. Committed to delivering high-quality digital experiences that drive both customer value and business results. Focused on innovation, including thoughtful adoption of AI and automation where it enhances outcomes

YOU ARE: A strategic thinker who can balance long-term vision with day-to-day execution. Comfortable operating across multiple platforms and managing competing priorities. An effective communicator who can translate between technical and business audiences. Proactive in identifying opportunities, not just responding to requests. A trusted partner to stakeholders, with the ability to influence at Director and VP levels

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY

  • Own the product vision, roadmap, and strategic direction across multiple platforms

  • Conduct quarterly reviews of platform releases and develop recommendations for stakeholders and leadership

  • Define and track KPIs, including revenue impact, customer experience, operational efficiency, and adoption

  • Build strong relationships with stakeholders and proactively engage to understand evolving business needs

  • Deliver executive-ready updates, insights, and roadmap presentations on a regular cadence

  • Translate complex technical concepts into clear business language and business needs into actionable product requirements

  • Partner closely with engineering teams, Scrum Masters, and delivery partners to ensure alignment and successful execution

  • Lead product demos, stakeholder reviews, and feature walkthroughs

  • Manage and prioritize multiple product backlogs, making clear, strategic prioritization decisions

  • Create high-quality user stories, acceptance criteria, and requirements documentation

  • Facilitate backlog refinement, sprint planning, and release planning activities

  • Monitor product performance, gather feedback, and continuously refine product direction

  • Stay informed on emerging features, competitive trends, and best practices

YOU'LL BRING:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, MIS, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience

  • 5+ years of Product Owner or Product Management experience with ownership of complex platforms

  • Experience managing multiple product areas simultaneously while maintaining strategic focus

  • Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies, including backlog management and sprint execution

  • Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex ideas clearly for both technical and non-technical audiences

  • Experience evaluating product releases and presenting recommendations to stakeholders

  • Proven ability to communicate effectively with senior leaders, including Director and VP-level audiences

  • Experience working in environments where AI and automation are actively used; able to evaluate and adopt evolving tools to improve outcomes and ways of working.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Demonstrated initiative in researching and recommending platform features or improvements independently

  • Experience with tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar platforms

WE OFFER

  • Hybrid work model (onsite/offsite)

  • Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and company-paid life/AD&D insurance

  • 401(k) retirement plan

  • Career development opportunities

  • Employee Purchase Program

Progressive Leasing welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Progressive Leasing does business.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, MIS, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of Product Owner or Product Management experience owning complex platforms
  • Experience managing multiple product areas simultaneously while maintaining strategic focus
  • Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies including backlog management and sprint execution
  • Strong communication skills; translate complex ideas for technical and non-technical audiences
  • Experience evaluating product releases and presenting recommendations to stakeholders and leadership
  • Proven ability to communicate effectively with senior leaders, including Director and VP-level audiences
  • Experience working in environments using AI and automation and ability to evaluate/adopt evolving tools
  • Demonstrated initiative in researching and recommending platform features or improvements independently
  • Experience with tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar platforms

Progressive Leasing Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Progressive Leasing and has not been reviewed or approved by Progressive Leasing.

  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage is described as comprehensive, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, with some noting typical coverage that isn’t expensive. Access to mental health resources is also referenced.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time-off programs include PTO typically in the 20–30 day range, paid holidays, paid volunteer time, and designated sick leave. Paid parental leave complements these offerings.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility Ownership-oriented elements include an Employee Stock Purchase Program and compensation packages that reference stock/equity. These components are presented as part of a comprehensive total rewards mix.

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The Company
HQ: Draper, UT
1,480 Employees
Year Founded: 1999

What We Do

Our Mission is to provide convenient access to simple and affordable purchase options for credit-challenged consumers. OUR VALUES • We Value People Above All Else • We Do The Right Thing - Period • We Innovate & Simplify • We Have GRIT DIVERSITY @ PROG We believe that diversity – of people and ideas – inspires innovation and improves communities. Progressive Leasing strives to be an inclusive organization that reflects the diversity of the customers we proudly serve. OUR AWARDS 2022 • Shatter List (Women Tech Council) 2021 • Shatter List (Women Tech Council) • Business Equality Leader (Equality Utah) • Best Companies to Work For (Utah Business Magazine) • Best Places to Work (Phoenix Business Journal) 2020 • Shatter List (Women Tech Council) • Best Companies to Work For (Utah Business Magazine) • Utah's Fast 50 (Utah Business Journal) 2019 • Best Companies to Work For (Utah Business Magazine) • Utah's Fast 50 (Utah Business Magazine) 2018 • Best Places to Work (Glassdoor) • Top CEOs (Glassdoor) • Best Companies to Work For (Utah Business Magazine) • Utah's Fast 50 (Utah Business Magazine) • Forty under 40: Utah's Rising Stars (Utah Business Magazine) Progressive Leasing is a leading provider of in-store, ecommerce, and app-based point-of-sale lease-to-own solutions that provide transparent and competitive payment options and flexible terms intended to help credit challenged customers achieve merchandise ownership. The company has helped millions of consumers acquire furniture, appliances, jewelry, electronics, mattresses, cell phones, and other products consumers need by utilizing a technology-based proprietary platform that provides instant decisioning results. Progressive Leasing is owned by PROG Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:PRG), a fintech holding company based in Salt Lake City, Utah. More information on Progressive Leasing can be found on the company’s website, https://progleasing.com..

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