Ashley Furniture Industries · 5 hours ago
Sr Product Manager - Global Trade Management
Ashley Furniture is the largest manufacturer of furniture in the world, seeking a Global Trade Management expert to architect and implement technology suites for managing the entire lifecycle of international shipping. The role focuses on bridging business and technology, translating business vision into actionable initiatives, and collaborating with technology to deliver impactful solutions using Agile methodologies.
Responsibilities
Demonstrate the Company’s Core and Growth Values in the performance of all job functions (Honesty & Integrity, Passion, Drive & Discipline, Continuous Improvement, Dirty Fingernail, Growth-Focused, Customer Centric, Boundaryless, and A Culture of Leadership)
Develop and execute comprehensive strategies that align with business goals and customer needs. This includes working with international stakeholders to define product vision, setting OKRs, and creating roadmaps for global trade management to achieve them
Work closely with business stakeholders and engineering teams to develop product requirements. Make critical decisions and tradeoffs to ensure that product development is on track and meets the defined specifications and quality standards
Prioritize features and initiatives based on business and technology objectives, customer feedback, and business value. Continuously reassess and adjust feature priorities based on changing market conditions, customer feedback, and business needs
Create and maintain detailed product roadmaps. Communicate these roadmaps to stakeholders and ensure alignment across the organization
Work closely with manufacturing, supply chain, and other key business functions to ensure seamless product integration and execution. This includes coordinating product launches, creating go-live strategies, and ensuring alignment across departments
Work closely with support teams to understand common issues and areas for improvement and use this information to drive product enhancements and reduce customer pain points
Utilize data analytics to develop strategies, identify trends, and measure ROI and product performance
Lead and mentor a team of direct reports, fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture
Support and advocate for Agile methodologies to manage product development. This includes leading and participating in sprint ceremonies to ensure efficiency and alignment
Bring expertise in the industry to drive innovation and efficiency. Understand and influence the applications and systems supporting the product
Deliver regular product updates, including monthly reviews for executive stakeholders. Manage the team through all business processes such as budget reviews, annual planning, strategy offsites, etc
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field
+5 years of experience in B2B product management, preferably in enterprise software engineering and deep understanding of business operations in international logistics, customs clearance, ocean shipping and booking requirements, and international trade regulations
Deep understanding of international vendor and shipper booking processes and systems to facilitate an efficient flow internationally on our carrier contracts
In depth knowledge of data and processes to effectively submit and process international customs and trade regulations documentation
Familiarity with improved container tracking
Experience working with enterprise-level international logistics and trade compliance software platforms (e.g., CargoWise, Descartes, Oracle GTM, etc)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions
Proven ability to translate business objectives into a structured product strategy
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at all levels
Proficiency in product management tools (e.g., JIRA, Trello, Aha!) and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum)
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams
Preferred
MBA is a plus
Benefits
Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program
Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday off
Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings
Professional Development Opportunities
Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific) and Medical Tourism
Telehealth
401(k) and Profit Sharing
Life Insurance
Company
Ashley Furniture Industries
Ashley Furniture Industries is the furniture manufacturer, delivering home furnishing values, stylish furnishings, and home decor.
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