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Product Manager - GM&S Product Engineering

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McKinsey & Company

13d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Business, Operations & Strategy
    Product
  • Gurgaon

AI generated summary

  • You need a relevant degree, 6+ years of experience, 3+ years in product management, strong skills in JIRA, data tools, communication, problem-solving, and the ability to work collaboratively.
  • You will develop product plans, prioritize features, translate business needs into requirements, analyze market trends, build relationships, and lead teams to innovate and grow products successfully.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree (MBA is a plus) with excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
  • 6+ years of relevant professional work experience, accustomed to acting as the interface of business and technology
  • 3+ years of product management experience along with strong project management skills (on time, within budget, according to scope, and with flexibility when required, etc.)
  • Proficient in JIRA/Confluence for requirement and backlog management
  • Strong knowledge of working with large databases, data visualization tools, IT solution applications, and proficiency in MS Excel, Power BI, Alteryx, Tableau, or SQL
  • Able to incorporate business context to present and describe technical functionalities to that less versed in technology
  • Creative problem-solving skills; comfortable with handling risks and dealing with ambiguous situations
  • Analytical and strategic focus, with ability to drive exploration and draw conclusions from multiple data sources
  • Keen understanding of process and knowledge of key client service processes (e.g., data management & solution support)
  • Thoughtful and comfortable communicator (in person or in writing); ability to facilitate discussions and conduct training
  • Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership, ability to work collaboratively across teams and time zones, and autonomy in bringing structure and organization to work

Responsibilities

  • You will be responsible for developing and steering product plans.
  • In this role, you will have a good perspective on where the product and features should go next.
  • You will lead your teams to specify and prioritize the development of the product supported by business strategy, user and market research and knowledge of customers and competitors.
  • You will interpret business needs of customers and translate them into the application and functional requirements.
  • You will liaise between technology teams, support teams and client service teams for product updates and deployments.
  • You will define KPIs, actively measure and analyze existing products and market trends for opportunities to innovate and improve.
  • You will interface and build key relationships within the company to build and deliver prioritized product roadmaps.
  • You will also continually improve products.
  • You will define and execute a comprehensive product strategy to align with the client’s strategic goals across brands, markets and products.
  • You will run workshops and training sessions to showcase product features with internal team members and with customer users.
  • You will play an important role leading product owners and engineering delivery teams through the process of designing and delivering solutions that solve business problems, ensuring both creativity and relevance.
  • You will be accountable for the growth and success of the products by partnering with product marketing, sales and partner organizations to develop excellent go to market strategies.

FAQs

What is the location for this job position?

The position is available in our Gurgaon or Bangalore, India office.

What is the main focus of the Periscope team?

The Periscope team focuses on providing technology solutions that drive revenue growth for McKinsey's Growth, Marketing & Sales Practice through analytics and cloud-based tools.

What qualifications are required for this Product Manager role?

A Bachelor’s or master’s degree (MBA is a plus) is required, along with 6+ years of relevant professional experience, and 3+ years specifically in product management.

What tools should the candidate be proficient in?

Candidates should be proficient in JIRA/Confluence for requirement and backlog management, and have strong knowledge of large databases, data visualization tools, and proficiency in MS Excel, Power BI, Alteryx, Tableau, or SQL.

What are the key responsibilities of this role?

The key responsibilities include developing product plans, prioritizing product features, liaising between teams, defining KPIs, analyzing market trends, running workshops, and collaborating with marketing and sales teams to develop go-to-market strategies.

What type of skills are preferred for this position?

Creative problem-solving skills, analytical and strategic thinking, strong communication abilities, project management skills, and the ability to work autonomously and collaboratively across teams are preferred.

Is experience in a specific industry required?

While specific industry experience is not mandated, familiarity with marketing, sales, and consulting environments will be advantageous.

What is the role of the Product Manager in relationship to clients?

The Product Manager interprets client needs, translates them into application and functional requirements, and ensures that product developments align with client strategic goals.

Will the Product Manager be involved in training?

Yes, the Product Manager will run workshops and training sessions to showcase product features to both internal team members and customer users.

What kind of growth opportunities are available within this role?

The role offers opportunities to drive product growth, collaborate with various teams and experts, and contribute to the strategic direction of products and solutions within the organization.

McKinsey & Company

Business Consulting and Services

Consulting
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1926
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

McKinsey & Company is a global management consulting firm. We are the trusted advisor to the world's leading businesses, governments, and institutions. We work with leading organizations across the private, public and social sectors. Our scale, scope, and knowledge allow us to address problems that no one else can. We have deep functional and industry expertise as well as a breadth of geographical reach. We are passionate about taking on immense challenges that matter to our clients and, often, to the world. We work with our clients as we do with our colleagues. We build their capabilities and leadership skills at every level and every opportunity. We do this to help build internal support, get to real issues, and reach practical recommendations. We bring out the capabilities of clients to fully participate in the process and lead the ongoing work.

Benefits

  • Occupational Accident Insurance

  • Mental Health Care

  • Vision Insurance

  • Health Insurance

  • Life Insurance

  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

  • Retiree Health & Medical

  • Disability Insurance

  • Dental Insurance