Principal Product Portfolio Manager

Summary

Join Skillsoft as a Global Product Portfolio Manager - Infrastructure and lead the success of Global Knowledge’s learning product portfolio. You will develop and execute strategies driving growth, profitability, and customer satisfaction. Responsibilities include portfolio management, product analysis, go-to-market support, market expansion, strategy development, execution and innovation, customer engagement, cross-functional leadership, and stakeholder engagement. This key leadership role requires extensive experience in product lifecycle management, strategic thinking, and cross-departmental collaboration within the technology sector. The position offers a competitive salary and enterprise benefits.

Requirements

• Have product knowledge within network infrastructure e.g. networking, routing, security, switching etc
• Requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 6 years and a Master’s degree
• Have deep experience in product lifecycle management, with a focus on learning and certification products, driving growth and meeting customer needs
• Have the ability to develop clear, actionable strategies using data-driven insights
• Have proven ability to influence outcomes in a highly matrixed organization, with clear communication of strategic goals and strong presentation skills
• Be effective in working with diverse teams, including marketing, sales, and technology, to achieve business results
• Have experience in learning, certification, or professional services with an expertise toward technology and its associated fields
• Be capable of managing products for a worldwide audience with an understanding of market nuances and trends

Responsibilities

• Lead the product lifecycle management, from ideation and development through to enhancement and retirement of learning and certification products
• Ensure portfolios are aligned with customer priorities, industry trends and Global Knowledge’s goals while maintaining P&L accountability
• Provide monthly/quarterly/yearly product result trends with insights and analysis to help drive internal strategy and fine tune operations for the best on-going results
• Create GTM collateral for use in sales enablement and engagement including value proposition, sales tools, sales pitch concepts, objection handling, customer persona identification and alignment, as well as provide market and demand generation support
• Identify and pursue new market opportunities within a product line, including emerging industries, geographies, and customer segments, to grow Global Knowledge’s market share and drive product adoption
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to define and implement strategic roadmaps that support the organization’s long-term vision and key performance indicators (KPIs)
• This includes defining strategy for proprietary and third-party content implementation and their fit-to-market
• Drive product innovation and enhancements that align with market needs and create differentiation, leveraging insights from industry trends with a deep understanding of our customers’ needs and competitor analysis
• Create and present decision proposals based on facts from the market
• Host and facilitate customer centric calls to determine new product needs and existing product enhancements
• Create an intentional feedback loop with voice of customer calls and focus groups
• Work closely with marketing, sales, and technology teams to ensure successful product launches and ongoing support, while aligning with revenue and profitability targets
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including OEM vendors, partners, suppliers, and channel partners in the satisfaction of market needs and strengthening GK’s market leadership position

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and paid time off