Freedom Forever Careers

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Associate Software Product Manager is responsible for supporting the vision and execution of the company's product line under the guidance of a Software Product Manager. This role involves collaborating with various department teams to help in making informed business decisions and supporting product strategies that contribute to the company’s long-term sustainability. The Associate Software Product Manager will assist in managing the product lifecycle, conducting market research, and working closely with Technology, Sales, and Operations teams to refine products and explore new ideas.

 ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Assist in managing the product line life cycle from strategic planning to tactical activities.
• Support the development, preparation, and maintenance of the product roadmap.
• Help in developing and implementing a company-wide go-to-market plan and assist in overseeing interdepartmental activities to execute these plans.
• Contribute to the analysis of potential partner relationships for the products.
• Support the definition of a feature roadmap based on business opportunities and market research.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and other leadership team members to evaluate and prioritize opportunities.
• Become knowledgeable in the various product markets to support technology research and development efforts.
• Assist in product launch and release plans, coordinating with Marketing, Support, and training teams.
• Support the management of task management software and facilitate SDLC meetings.
• Develop and maintain clear, concise, and comprehensive technical documentation for product features, including user guides, release notes, and other relevant materials to effectively communicate with stakeholders.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

 Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Business Management, or related field, or equivalent practical experience

Experience:

• Experience with task management tools such as JIRA is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good analytical, organizational, and prioritization skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage junior-level project tasks.
• Eagerness to learn and grow within the product management field.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ABILITIES

• Regularly spend long hours sitting and using office equipment and computers
• Regularly spend long hours answering phone calls and emails
• Regularly move from sitting to standing positions effortlessly
• Regularly spend long hours in intense concentration reviewing and entering information into a

computer

• Regularly use hands and fingers to handle, control or feel objects
• Regularly see details of objects that are less than a few feet away
• Regularly speak clearly so listeners can understand
• Regularly understand the speech of another person
• Frequently work on projects that require deadlines
• Frequently bend to file and maintain files
• Occasionally lift 5-10 pounds

Freedom Forever is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally-recognized basis, including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniformed service member status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics) or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and co-workers.