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Product Director

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Our client, a pioneering e-commerce platform is looking for a business-oriented Product Director to join their team in HCMC.

About the role:

Our client is seeking a seasoned Product Director to play a crucial role in their business success and mission. This position presents a unique chance to manage product strategy and drive the development of a top marketplace platform. The ideal candidate will define the complete end-to-end user experience, guaranteeing a smooth journey for sellers, buyers, and partners. You will lead teams of product managers, designers, and user researchers, collaborating closely with marketing, engineering, and data teams. Collaborating directly with business leaders, the Group CTO, and various cross-functional and international teams will also be a part of your day-to-day scope.

* Lead product strategy and development for a leading marketplace platform

* Define end-to-end user experience

* Lead and mentor teams of product professionals

* Collaborating directly with business leaders in cross-functional and cross-border teams.

What you'll do:

As a Product Director, you will be instrumental in shaping the future of our client’s marketplace platform. Your main responsibility will be to lead product strategy and ensure it aligns with the overall business goals. You will collaborate closely with engineering teams to enhance product development cycles. Your leadership will be vital in attracting, mentoring, and retaining empowered product managers who can excel in a fast-paced setting. Your innovative approach will motivate your team to implement strategies that provide users with an outstanding product experience. You will cultivate a culture of continuous improvement through mentoring, feedback, and performance metrics. By integrating internal data, market research, user insights, and industry best practices, you will create strategic insights that unlock new opportunities. As a proponent of product management excellence, you will ensure that all business units work towards shared objectives.

  • Oversee product strategy, planning, and execution for the marketplace platform.
  • Align product priorities with broader business objectives through clear, measurable goals.
  • Continuously enhance product development processes in close collaboration with engineering teams.
  • Attract, coach, and retain empowered product managers to thrive in a dynamic environment.
  • Inspire the team to innovate and enhance execution to create exceptional user experiences.
  • Promote a culture of continuous improvement through mentoring, feedback, and metrics.
  • Develop strategic insights by leveraging internal data, market research, user feedback, and industry best practices to identify breakthrough opportunities.
  • Advocate for product management excellence across all business units.

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for the Product Director position should possess extensive product management experience across various portfolio setups. You should demonstrate proven skills in team and people management, having successfully guided teams toward achieving their goals. Your user-centric approach, combined with strong empathy, allows you to develop products that resonate deeply with users. You excel at making data-driven decisions, and your determination and resourcefulness enable you to navigate challenges effectively. Your exceptional communication skills will help you manage stakeholders and functional teams at all levels. Additionally, your solid business acumen ensures that product decisions align with the company’s financial objectives.

* Extensive product management experience in diverse portfolio environments.

* Proven ability in team and people management, including mentoring, nurturing, and conflict resolution.

* User-focused mindset with a strong emphasis on empathy and user engagement.

* Proficient in making data-driven decisions.

* Strong drive, resilience, and resourcefulness.

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

* Experience managing multi-level stakeholders and cross-functional teams.

* Strong business acumen with a solid understanding of profit and loss.

* SEO knowledge and experience is a plus.

* Regional experience in digital product startups is an advantage.

* Data extraction and analytical skills are a plus.

What sets this company apart:

Our client is a leading multi-category e-commcerce platform with a mission to democratise commerce by empowering everyone, especially individuals and budding entrepreneurs, with a platform of equal opportunity. They have a significant presence in the market, serving billion of page view monthly. As an organization, they are committed to hiring, developing, and promoting individuals who embody their values. As part of their team, you will have the opportunity to work with passionate individuals working together to solve meaningful problems.

What's next:

Ready to lead product strategy for a leading marketplace platform? Apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link!

Due to the high volume of applications we are experiencing, our team will only be in touch with you if your application is shortlisted.

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Tech & Transformation

Focus: Product Management

Industry: Ecommerce

Salary: Negotiable

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Director

Location: Ho Chi Minh City

Job Reference: I6CNPL-2CD67300

Date posted: 02 October 2024

Consultant: Hang Nguyen

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