About the position
We are looking for a talented IT Product Manager to join our team specializing in Systems/Information Technology for Cummins Inc. in Columbus, IN. This position is responsible for leading and managing one or more software development product teams within the Chief Administrative Office > Product Compliance & Regulatory Affairs function. The role will drive product strategy, execution, and lifecycle management to deliver impactful, customer-centric solutions aligned with business objectives.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams during release and sprint planning, demos, and synchronization ceremonies.
- Define and evolve the product vision and roadmap in alignment with business impact.
- Use best practice tools and techniques to lead team to minimum viable product definition and prioritization of features & requirements.
- Collaborate with Business and IT Stakeholders to define functional and non-functional requirements for upcoming sprints.
- Prioritize and manage the product backlog, translating business needs into user stories and acceptance criteria.
- Balance customer value, technical feasibility, and cost efficiency in feature prioritization.
- Lead user acceptance testing and ensure solutions meet customer expectations.
- Identify obstacles and find effective solutions to keep the team moving forward.
- Serve as the voice of the customer within the product team to ensure alignment with user needs.
- Drive achievement of product OKRs and support communication and outreach efforts.
- Break down complex business and IT problems into simple, achievable and realistic delivery plans.
- Own the financial and strategic success of the product(s) throughout their lifecycle.
- Guide team through meetings, workshops, events and decision-making processes.
- Resolve conflicts and facilitate discussions to find mutually agreeable solutions.
- Understand team members' perspectives and foster a supportive environment to build trust and collaboration.
- Apply knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization’s goals.
- Develop and deliver multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
- Take a broad view when approaching issues, using a global lens.
