About Us: We are a leading provider of data and information services within the North American freight rail industry, seeking a dynamic and experienced Product Manager of Innovation/R&D to lead a new strategic initiative.
Role Summary: In this pivotal role, you will lead the development and execution of our innovation strategy, identifying and launching new product growth opportunities. Through in-depth market research and analysis, you will build a robust innovation product pipeline and guide new products and services from concept to market launch. You will also be responsible for building and leading a high-performing innovation team.
location: Cary, North Carolina
job type: Permanent
salary: $120,000 - 165,000 per year
work hours: 9am to 5pm
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
Essential Functions:
- Develop and execute a comprehensive innovation strategy aligned with our long-term goals, values, and mission.
- Conduct in-depth market research, including customer interviews, market data analysis, and competitive landscape assessments, to identify and prioritize new growth opportunities.
- Build and manage a robust innovation pipeline, guiding new products and services through all stages of development, from ideation to prototyping to market launch.
- Lead the recruitment and development of a high-performing innovation team, defining roles and responsibilities and fostering a culture of creativity and collaboration.
- Actively monitor industry trends, emerging technologies, and customer needs to identify potential opportunities for innovation and disruption.
- Develop detailed business cases to justify investment in new growth opportunities, utilizing strong analytical skills and data-driven decision-making.
qualifications:
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities/Minimum Requirements/Competencies:
Required:
- Experience in the transportation or logistics industry.
- Experience in conducting market research (market trends, customer segmentation, competitive landscape, etc.).
- Experience in building business cases to justify investment in new growth opportunities.
- Strong analytical skills and data-driven decision-making capabilities.
- MBA or related advanced degree.
- Experience with agile development methodologies.
- Experience launching new software as a service products.
- Experience with venture capital or start up environments.
skills: Knowledge, Skills, Abilities/Minimum Requirements/Competencies:
Required:
- Experience in the transportation or logistics industry.
- Experience in conducting market research (market trends, customer segmentation, competitive landscape, etc.).
- Experience in building business cases to justify investment in new growth opportunities.
- Strong analytical skills and data-driven decision-making capabilities.
- MBA or related advanced degree.
- Experience with agile development methodologies.
- Experience launching new software as a service products.
- Experience with venture capital or start up environments.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
