Senior Vice President, Product

• As part of the Sr. Leadership Team within Lexia, you will help create the overarching vision and strategy for the company, preparing the organization for transformation and market disruption, while fostering a high-performing culture focused on implementing a product strategy that drives improving student literacy outcomes.

• Manage a team of experienced product professionals overseeing; curriculum, assessment and professional learning pedagogy, product management, engineering, quality assurance and  design/UX.

• Oversee the development and execution of department goals.

• Collaborate and influence key stakeholders throughout the organization to prioritize initiatives and align resources to meet department and company goals.

• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to evaluate the success of product initiatives and communicate progress through a structured and transparent process.

• Shape and drive a multi-year approach to growth, innovation and mission attainment by leveraging customer insights and anticipating market trends.

• Translate product strategy into mission success by setting and achieving bold user impact targets.

• Establish and communicate Lexia’s product vision and strategy across the organization.

• Create product strategy that is grounded in research-based best practices and equitable access to learning for all students.

• Develop vision and resources to leverage emerging technologies including artificial intelligence to drive user engagement, efficiency of implementation, and improved learning outcomes.

• Oversee the entire product development lifecycle, from ideation and prioritization to execution and release.

• Maintain a detailed quarterly, annual and long range roadmap that outlines the features, enhancements, and initiatives to be delivered over time.

• Oversee product and technology roadmaps to ensure alignment and optimal resource allocation to achieve business results.

• Balance internal and outsourced resources to manage cost and create flexibility to meet deadlines and budget requirements

​Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Build strong working relationships with key stakeholders across Lexia and Cambium Learning Group.

• Collaborate  with members of the Strategic Leadership Team, including Learning and Research,  Customer Success, Revenue, Strategy and Operations to meet long term objectives.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate technologies, and pedagogical approaches to prioritize opportunities, and drive educational impact.

• Lead and manage organizational change within the product team as the business scales and changes to meet evolving market needs.

• Ensure smooth transitions and employee well being through continuous alignment of product strategies with business needs.

• Stay informed through reading, listening, engaging in activities inside and outside of the industry to leverage insights on market dynamics, customer needs and user experience.

• Model Openness, Inclusion, Recognition, Community, Intentionality, Drive.

• Recognize team members who live and uphold the Lexia Values.

• Partner with Learning and Research to shape company culture and employee experience.

• Develop a deep understanding of k-12 school Information Security and Student Privacy. requirements and collaborate with IT, Legal and Go to Market functions to achieve a desired compliance.

• Maintain product stability and customer trust through industry leading service levels and product stability.

• Strategic Vision: Develop a compelling and innovative vision for the future by anticipating and interpreting market changes, from which clear strategic priorities and choices can be made.

• Strategic Execution: Develop and execute on plans aligned with educational goals and market demands.

• Leadership: Drive a team, listening, coaching and developing others, building trust, earning respect, and inspiring teams with a clear vision for product excellence.

• Financial Acumen: Managing budgets and costs, forecasting.

• Critical Thinking and Decision Making: Analyzing information objectively and making informed decisions based on expertise and available data.

• Advocacy:  Adhere to best practices in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging.

• Strategic Partnership: Forging strategic partnerships and collaborations.

• Cross-Functional Coordination and Collaboration: Collaborating with multiple stakeholders to align strategies, and ensure consistent messaging.

• Market Understanding: Making decisions based on deep understanding of the education market, literacy needs, and educational technology trends.

• Communication: Representing Lexia internally and externally, engaging stakeholders, and presenting the company's educational vision with clarity.

• Relationship Management: Managing diverse teams, fostering relationships with experts, and facilitating discussions.

• Customer Sensitivity: Understanding your customer's needs, desires and any issues they face to create better product experiences and ensure product success.

• Passion for educational equity and a commitment to making a positive impact on student and teachers’ lives.

• Technical Skills: Familiar with agile, lean practices, and UX/UI design principles and have excellent technical insight to make informed decisions.

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field such as computer science, engineering, business administration, or education.

• Advanced degrees (MBA) or certifications in product management, education technology, or related fields is beneficial.

• 10+ years experience in Product Leadership, with a track record of managing and growing complex, multi-product portfolios, preferably in the k-12 education market.

• Experience in SaaS product management leadership, with a focus on driving growth.

• Depth of knowledge of product development methodologies, emerging technologies.

• Demonstrated understanding of DEIB best practices, evolving societal needs, and being open to learning from experiences.

To learn more about our organization and the exciting work we do, visit https://www.lexialearning.com/

An Equal Opportunity Employer

We are dedicated to fostering a culture that celebrates unique backgrounds, ideas, and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.