Ground Up International · 1 day ago
Technical Project Manager
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expGround Up International is a premier footwear manufacturer seeking a skilled Technical Project Manager to join their dynamic team. The role involves defining product vision, strategy, and roadmaps while collaborating with technical and non-technical teams to deliver innovative software solutions.
FashionManufacturingShoes
Hiring Manager
Mona Yu
Responsibilities
Define, develop, and communicate a clear product vision that aligns with Ground Up’s business goals and customer needs
Lead the product roadmap, prioritize features, and ensure alignment with cross-functional teams, setting realistic timelines and achievable goals
Leverage analytics, customer feedback, and industry trends to make informed product decisions
Lead the creation, management, and execution of sprints using JIRA, ensuring timely delivery and resolution of project tasks
Facilitate and participate in all agile sprint ceremonies, including Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-up, Sprint Review, and Sprint Retrospective. Ensure these ceremonies are effectively conducted to promote collaboration and continuous improvement
Develop and maintain business flow diagrams, system documentation, and product specifications using tools like Visio, LucidChart, and Confluence
Collaborate closely with engineering, design, and other teams to ensure clear communication and efficient development processes
Integrate business intelligence tools (PowerBI) to provide actionable insights to stakeholders
Manage the product lifecycle from concept through launch, iterating on features based on user feedback and business needs
Identify potential risks and roadblocks in product development and propose mitigation strategies
Continuously evaluate and stay informed on market trends, competitors, and emerging technologies to drive innovation and maintain product relevance
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
Minimum of 3 years in Product Management, with a focus on technical product management in a SaaS or data-oriented environment
Must have experience with Product Lifecycle Management Systems
Proven experience in leading JIRA projects, not just entering tickets, but also managing sprints and tracking progress
Familiarity with and experience leading agile sprint ceremonies (Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-up, Sprint Review, Sprint Retrospective)
Expertise in creating business flow diagrams and system documentation with tools such as Visio, LucidChart, and a documentation platform like Confluence, Notion, or Microsoft Loop
Experience in integrating business intelligence tools (such as PowerBI, Tableau, Domo, Qlik, or Looker) into software products
Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to work across various departments, including engineering, design, and business teams
Experience in product lifecycle management, from ideation through launch and iteration
Analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
Preferred
Experience implementing PLM and or ERP platforms
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401k plan & access to employee recognition programs
Paid vacation
Holidays
Eternal Summer Fridays
Birthdays off & more!
Company
Ground Up International
Ground Up is a premier footwear brand retaining an integrated portfolio of licensed and owned brand footwear.
51-200 employees
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Jack Gindi
CEO
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