Product Executive

Roles and responsibilities

• Manage the process for raising & prioritising new POD initiatives.
• Meet regularly with business stakeholders to review backlog ensuring all iiatives are approved and have an appropriate business value score for prioritisation
• Review and approve all AERTs raised for your business area
  

POD Delivery:

• Review & complete Business Requirement Documents with business stakeholders
• Organise scope review and process discussion sessons with key stakeholders and EIT team to finalise scope of all iniatives.
• Attend daily standups
• Schedule backlog grooming and prioritisation sessions
• Work closely with business team, EIT scrum master & delivery team to ensure initiatives are delivered on time to required scope and quality.
• Manage to resolution any blockers to delivery of the POD minimising team idle time and delays
• Validate & challenge effort estimates
  

User Acceptance Testing & Business Change:

• Support the scheduling of UAT & organisation of resources to participate in the UAT
• Conduct UAT where necessary
• Assist with the resolution of any queries or issues identified during UAT
• Lead change management efforts to facilitate the adoption of all initiatives
• Develop communication plans and training programs as required
  

Reporting:

• Produce & present monthly Steering Committee updates confirming accurate status of all POD iniatives.
• Producing adhoc reports as required for business leads.
  

Required skills to be successful:

• Knowledge of Data Analytics and Reporting Tools
• Proficient in agile methodologies like Scrum or Kanban.
• Analytical, problem-solving, and resourceful.
• Capable of anticipating and resolving conflicts.
  

About the Team:

In this position you will be working in a fast paced and diverse Automotive Aftersales Digitization team. You will be reporting directly to the Product Owner.

What Equips You For The Role:

• Emirati with family book
• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, computer science, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• 3-5 years of experience in large organizations; automotive industry experience is a plus.
• Good commercial awareness and familiarity with financial statements.
• Outstanding communication and organizational skills.

Desired candidate profile

• Product Development and Strategy Support:

  • Assist in the development of product strategies by gathering market intelligence, analyzing trends, and identifying customer needs.
  • Support product managers in defining product goals, features, and specifications based on market research and customer insights.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams (e.g., R&D, design, engineering, and marketing) to ensure that the product meets market demands and is delivered on time.

• Market Research and Analysis:

  • Conduct market research to identify competitors, industry trends, and customer preferences to inform product development and positioning.
  • Analyze data to assess customer satisfaction and identify potential areas for product improvement.
  • Monitor market trends and competitor products to keep the company’s offerings competitive and relevant.

• Product Launch and Marketing:

  • Support the execution of product launches, including coordination of marketing campaigns, sales strategies, and promotional activities.
  • Collaborate with marketing teams to create product messaging, positioning, and go-to-market strategies.
  • Work on creating product content, including brochures, presentations, and other promotional materials for internal and external use.

• Sales Support:

  • Collaborate with the sales team to ensure they have the necessary product knowledge, sales tools, and training to effectively sell the product.
  • Provide product demonstrations, presentations, or briefings to customers, stakeholders, and partners.
  • Gather feedback from sales teams and customers to help refine product offerings and sales strategies.

• Product Lifecycle Management:

  • Assist in monitoring the product’s lifecycle, from development through to launch and beyond.
  • Track product performance, including sales data, customer feedback, and other key metrics, to ensure it meets business objectives.
  • Support the product manager in making decisions regarding product updates, modifications, and end-of-life strategies.

• Customer Feedback and Improvement:

  • Collect and analyze customer feedback to improve the product and address any issues or concerns.
  • Work with customer support teams to identify recurring issues or feature requests from users.
  • Collaborate with the development team to prioritize product enhancements based on customer feedback and market needs.