Cogeco Media · 2 months ago
Chapter Lead, Wireless Product Management & Innovation
Quincy, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
7+ years expCogeco Media is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and is seeking a Chapter Lead for Wireless Product Management & Innovation in Quincy, MA. The role involves leading and mentoring product leads, developing a collaborative product roadmap, and driving strategic initiatives to enhance wireless products and services.
Broadcast Media
Responsibilities
Lead, coach, and mentor Product Leads, building a high-performing wireless product chapter
Work with chapter members to create personalized growth paths, identifying opportunities for skill development and future career progression
Lead a learning agenda, organizing workshops, training, and communities of practice to ensure your team has the skills to meet tomorrow’s challenges
Establish a strong, collaborative feedback loop with Product Owners to ensure performance and career discussions are informed by both craft expertise and day-to-day delivery
Assess chapter capabilities to inform workforce planning, recruitment, and succession strategies
Collaborate with Product Owners and Crew Leads to define a unified wireless product roadmap aligned with business objectives and customer needs
Drive strategic initiatives from concept and incubation through execution, ensuring smooth transition to squads for delivery
Serve as a central point of contact for strategic and roadmap alignment
Support the development and launch of new wireless products and services, including business case analysis and early-stage planning
Transition approved initiatives into delivery teams, ensuring proper structure, documentation, and knowledge transfer
Partner with Sales, Training, and Enablement teams to design programs that drive adoption, capability building, and cultural transformation
Champion product advocacy and alignment across the organization to enhance engagement and customer focus
Establish governance frameworks for wireless products and services to optimize cost, maximize value, and maintain operational efficiency
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Marketing or a related field
7-10 years of experience in wireless product management, vendor management, and related role with launching new wireless operators and/or services
5+ years of proven experience in a leadership, mentorship, or coaching role, with a formal management experience is required
3+ years of experience with Agile methodologies to drive product development, ensuring iterative delivery and continuous improvement
Bilingual (English/French) with ability to operate effectively across diverse environments (remote, field, office) including travel to Montreal, Burlington and Quincy
Expertise in modern product management methodologies, including product discovery, design thinking, and lean principles
Skilled in defining and prioritizing product initiatives to deliver maximum value
Conducts user research via surveys, interviews, and usability testing to validate product concepts and uncover actionable insights
Proficient with product analytics platforms and A/B testing tools to measure performance, guide decisions, and optimize product outcomes
Strong analytical skills with ability to identify trends, recognize improvement opportunities, and apply creative problem-solving
Demonstrates strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities, balancing independent work with collaborative efforts
Knowledgeable of industry trends and emerging technologies in retail and channel management; adapts quickly to evolving business needs
Excellent communication skills, including presentations, workshops, and active listening to engage cross-functional teams and stakeholders
Strong influencing and negotiation skills to manage vendor relationships, optimize procurement costs, and secure favorable service level agreements (SLAs)
Collaborates effectively with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, IT, and Finance to align device lifecycle strategies with business objectives
Company
Cogeco Media
Cogeco Media owns and operates 23 radio stations across Quebec and Ontario delivering varied and complementary programming to a wide range of audiences.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase