Product Owner - Remote

Overview

Syndigo powers the continual flow of data and content throughout the entire commerce ecosystem— accelerating delivery of accurate and compelling information that increases sales on every shelf. We are the recognized leader in software and services for the management of master data, product information, digital assets, and content syndication and analytics across industries including grocery, foodservice, hardlines, home improvement, oil & gas, pet, health and beauty, automotive, apparel, and healthcare products.

Syndigo serves the industry’s largest two-sided network, connecting more than 50,000 global users across 12,000+ global brands with more than 1,750 global retailers.

Basically, we're the people that deliver the rich, accurate product content that helps consumers shop online with confidence, and helps brands and retailers operate efficient product supply chains. We cannot do all of this without our amazing employees who make the magic happen here at Syndigo. As we continue to grow, we’re always looking to identify talented individuals to join our team.

In Short

• Provide consistency and clarity to software development projects by identifying business needs and constraints, defining scope, and ensuring efficient execution.
• Responsible for defining requirements and recommending solutions in the form of epics, user stories and acceptance criteria.
• Identify all functional and non-functional requirements.
• Work with engineering and business stakeholders to groom and prioritize the backlog of user stories through the release and sprint cycles.
• Act as a proxy for the business throughout development, testing, and release activities to ensure the business needs are being met.
• Develop business analysis artifacts, such as business rules or process flows to clarify requirements.
• Coordinate with other departments in advance of feature and product launches to develop messaging to evangelize new releases, features, or updates.
• Conduct product training, both internal and externally, including, but not limited to: training internal trainer(s), writing new product/feature documentation, introduce new functionality to internal employees or key customers.
• Participate in product roadmap presentations, quarterly reviews to internal stakeholders and commercial leaders.
• Participate in sales cycles as the technical/product lead. Prepare and deliver technical presentations/demos explaining products or services to customers and prospective customers.

Requirements

• 1-3 years’ experience as a product owner, product manager, or business analyst with a technology-focused organization (ie, digital agency, SaaS product firm).
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• CSPO Certification a plus.
• Track record of leading technical projects through full life cycle from definition to post-launch.
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills, able to communicate in business and technical terms.
• Excellent organizational skills including attention to detail.
• Strong ability to multi-task & context switch.
• Strong ability to translate product concepts and ideas into functional requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of Agile software development processes & tools.

Benefits

• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion commitment.
• Opportunity to work in a leading technology solutions company.
• Collaborative work environment.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Supportive team culture.