REMOTE Director of Product Strategy (Pre-Sales & Product Innovation)
WFA Digital Insight
The demand for strategic product leaders in the AI and software development space has seen significant growth, with a 25% increase in job openings over the past year. As companies shift towards outcome-driven product thinking, the need for professionals who can drive alignment between US-based leadership and offshore delivery teams has never been more critical. With the rise of remote work, opportunities like this Director of Product Strategy role offer a chance to make a substantial impact on both product direction and organizational maturity. Candidates should be prepared to showcase their expertise in product strategy, customer discovery, and UX thinking, as well as their ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
Job Description
About the Role
The Director of Product Strategy plays a pivotal role in shaping the product strategy and driving customer discovery efforts for our client's US-based team. Reporting directly to the CEO, this individual will be responsible for leading pre-sales opportunities, supporting strategic partnerships, and elevating product excellence across the organization. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of product strategy, customer discovery, and UX thinking, as well as experience working with executives, customers, sales teams, designers, product managers, and engineering teams.In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on high-impact projects, drive business growth, and collaborate with a talented team of professionals. Your expertise in product strategy, customer discovery, and UX thinking will be essential in helping the organization move from feature-driven development to outcome-driven product thinking.
What You Will Do
- Own product strategy, roadmap direction, and key product decisions
- Lead customer discovery sessions and identify new product opportunities
- Translate business challenges into product solutions, workflows, and requirements
- Create user flows, journey maps, wireframes, and product briefs
- Prioritize initiatives based on customer value, business impact, and feasibility
- Support strategic pre-sales efforts, proposals, and solution design discussions
- Partner with sales, product, design, and engineering teams to drive alignment
- Coach product managers and delivery teams on product best practices
- Improve product discovery, prioritization, and roadmap processes across the organization
- Strengthen collaboration between US leadership and offshore engineering teams
- Help establish and scale product excellence standards
What We Are Looking For
- 10+ years of experience in Product Management, Product Strategy, UX Strategy, or Solution Leadership
- Experience leading B2B SaaS, enterprise software, platform, CRM, or workflow products
- Proven success in launching products from concept through adoption
- Experience creating user flows, wireframes, and product requirements
- Strong pre-sales, solution consulting, or customer-facing product experience
- Experience working with offshore teams
- Startup, high-growth, or entrepreneurial product experience
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Nice to Have
- Experience with AI solutions and custom software development
- Knowledge of Excel and other productivity tools
- Certification in product management or a related field
- Experience with agile development methodologies
- Familiarity with design thinking principles
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salary and bonus structure
- Equity opportunities
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- Paid holidays and PTO
- Quarterly travel to Cleveland, OH
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment
How to Stand Out
- Highlight your experience in product strategy, customer discovery, and UX thinking in your resume and cover letter.
- Be prepared to provide specific examples of how you have driven product innovation and growth in previous roles.
- Showcase your ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including executives, customers, sales teams, and engineering teams.
- Emphasize your understanding of the AI and software development space, and how you can apply your skills and expertise to drive business growth.
- Be prepared to discuss your experience with offshore teams and how you have managed remote collaborations in the past.
- Ensure your online presence, including your LinkedIn profile and personal website or blog, showcases your expertise and thought leadership in the industry.
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