Director AI Product Management

PURPOSE

The Chapter Lead, AI Product Management, will oversee the strategic direction and execution of product management activities across AI Stream. This role involves fostering innovation and ensuring the delivery of exceptional product experiences. Leading a team of product managers, the Chapter Lead ensures AI products meet customer needs and market demands. Collaborating cross-functionally, the Chapter Lead will ensure products align with Olympus's ecosystem vision and contribute to sustainable growth. The role has global responsibility across all AI development sites (London, Tokyo, etc.).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The role includes setting the strategic direction for product management, leading the development of product strategies, and ensuring these align with organisational objectives. Responsibilities include overseeing the product lifecycle, from inception to launch, and fostering a customer-centric approach to product development. Conduct regular assessments of the quality of deliverables produced by Chapter members to ensure they meet organisational standards. Ensures close alignment with the AI Stream Leads and other New Product Development Leads in the Olysense Ecosystem to identify and manage dependencies among products.

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES

The Chapter Lead manages a team of product managers, guiding talent management activities including recruitment, development, and performance evaluation. The role emphasises coaching team members to align product management practices with business strategy and customer insights. This position will oversee 3-5 direct reports who will work within various squads and will provide technical guidance to an additional group of contract resources.

STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP

In collaboration with other chapter leads and the AI Stream leadership team, the Chapter Lead will contribute to strategic initiatives by driving innovation in product management and aligning product strategies with Olympus’s overarching goals.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Product Vision

• Lead the development and articulation of a cohesive vision and strategy for the product management chapter.
• Collaborate with design, engineering, and cross-functional teams to align product strategies with business objectives.
• Oversee the creation and management of actionable product roadmaps, ensuring alignment with overarching platform governance.
• Continuously communicate with stakeholders to maintain vision and alignment to the platform roadmap.
• Stay updated with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies.
• Ensure development and delivery timelines are met by working closely with development teams.
• Conduct risk and quality management assessments at a chapter level.

Product Backlog Management

• Oversee the creation and maintenance of product backlogs, ensuring alignment with broader business objectives.
• Map out dependencies to develop realistic and efficient plans.
• Monitor progress and ensure project KPIs, schedules, and budgets are respected.
• Engage with business stakeholders to collect requirements and present ideas for testing and further development.

Development Oversight

• Coordinate all stages of product creation, including design and development.
• Monitor and evaluate product progress, identifying areas for improvement.
• Prepare and maintain product documentation (user and technical).
• Develop user stories that articulate end‑user needs and leverage these to improve overall product outcomes.
• Plan and prepare roll‑out, coordinating key stakeholders for project roll‑out where necessary.
• Support and engage in change management activities related to the product.

People Management

• Lead, motivate, and develop the product managers, ensuring alignment with the organisation’s vision and cultivating a high‑performance, customer‑focused culture.
• Mentor and guide team members, conducting performance evaluations and providing constructive feedback to support professional growth.
• Manage performance by setting clear objectives and responsibilities aligned with organisational OKRs, and monitoring progress.
• Promote a user‑centric and innovative approach to product management, ensuring all product strategies deliver exceptional value and meet customer expectations.
• Encourage continuous learning and professional development within the team, supporting career advancement, skill enhancement and a growth mindset.

COMPETENCIES

Technical Competencies

• Oversee the full product lifecycle to meet customer/user needs and achieve financial targets.
• Conduct thorough assessments to identify market trends and customer insights to inform strategic decisions.
• Utilise analytics and data interpretation to drive product strategy and improve user engagement.
• Evaluate product performance metrics to ensure alignment with business objectives and financial targets.
• Implement and oversee agile frameworks to enhance product development efficiency and adaptability.
• Collaborate effectively with technical teams to ensure the feasibility and alignment of product initiatives.

Other Competencies

• Consistently achieve results, even under tough circumstances.
• Make good and timely decisions that keep the organisation moving forward.
• Anticipate and balance the needs of multiple stakeholders.
• Build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Gain the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.

Adaptability

Adapt approach and demeanor in real‑time to match shifting demands.

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