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Caterpillar Inc. · 1 day ago

Sr. Group Product Manager – Equipment Selection

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$159K/yr - $259K/yr

5+ years exp

Caterpillar Inc. is a global leader in manufacturing construction and mining equipment, committed to building sustainable communities. They are seeking a visionary product management leader to enhance customer-facing experiences and lead a team focused on product selection for Cat products.

ConstructionMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingMechanical Engineering

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead an experienced team of 6-8 Digital Product Specialists across several roles

Accountable for leading discovery, research and product management responsibilities for cat.com including (but not limited to) product/equipment selection, attachment selection and aftermarket offerings

Lead discovery, strategy and solution design activities for customer journeys delivered within the product selection experience within cat.com

Act as the key decision-maker regarding prioritized product features while ensuring clear communication of those priorities to team, taking ownership for the success and quality of your product

Build tight collaboration and understanding of stakeholder needs and business goals – at times facilitating solutioning and brainstorming activities to transform broad ideas and concepts into clear goal alignment and desired customer requirements/experiences

Manage prioritization of epics, features and enhancements for both existing and future state

Partner upstream with Caterpillar's business units to understand marketing strategy, commercial plans and product priorities

Partner downstream with Application Engineering, Platform and AI teams to develop and deploy new features and new releases on schedule

Qualification

Product ManagementDigital StrategyECommerce SolutionsSoftware EngineeringMarketing StrategyAgile EnvironmentFinancial AcumenEffective CommunicationDecision MakingTeam Leadership

Required

5+ years of experience leading product teams responsible for discovery, planning and delivering experiences such as conversion-focused enterprise websites, apps and/or eCommerce solutions for industries such as manufacturing, automotive, retail or other B2B enterprises

Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment

Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors

Knowledge of software change request management; ability to manage software product change requests from customers, prospective customers, vendors, and internal staff

Knowledge of software engineering; ability to deliver new or enhanced fee-based software products

Knowledge of and experience with the business aspects and operation of a software product; ability to manage install base, current uses, future plans, and product vision

Knowledge of software product management; ability to operate and manage software product development projects at all stages of the product development lifecycle

Knowledge of technical aspects of a software products; ability to design, configure and integrate technical aspects of software products

Knowledge of market research, segmentation, and channels; ability to use business models to develop and implement marketing strategies, objectives, and tactics as well as establishing a communications plan

Experience leading teams responsible for product management, digital marketing and/or software engineering tied to websites or mobile apps

Experience with responsibility for execution in a product management and/or marketing organization

Working within a complex, matrixed organization and across roles where leading and influencing without formal authority was necessary

Proven experience delivering and/or managing delivery of new or significantly enhanced product experiences within aggressive timelines

Proven experience coaching and developing employees, ensuring they are being cared for both personally and professionally

Superb communication, presentation, storytelling, interpersonal, and analytical skills

Proven ability to build relationships, network internally and influence senior / executive level leadership

Financial acumen and budget management experience

4-year college degree, or a minimum of 15 years of digital product experience as an equivalent

Preferred

Experience managing UX and design for customer-facing digital experiences in industries such as heavy equipment, automotive or other industries with complicated equipment configurations

Experience working across the Caterpillar matrix and dealer network, or experience working for a company with a similar distribution model

Experience working in an Agile environment while simultaneously managing multiple priorities

Experience utilizing a variety of experience mapping techniques based on need (user story mapping, object mapping (OOUX), assumption mapping, etc)

Technical acumen and understanding of Content Management Systems such as Adobe Experience Manager Sites