Lead Product Manager - Remote

Overview

The Lead Product Manager at The Athletic will play a crucial role in enhancing the digital experience for sports fans, leading cross-functional teams to develop engaging consumer-facing features.

In Short

• 100% remote position for candidates in the US or Canada.
• Focus on delivering impactful features for The Athletic's digital platforms.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives involving engineers, designers, and marketers.
• Understand and analyze sports fans' behaviors and needs.
• Balance short-term wins with long-term strategic goals.
• Foster collaboration and continuous improvement within teams.
• Own the strategy and roadmap for priority consumer experiences.
• Drive impact through data-driven decisions and user feedback.
• Improve organizational operations and best practices for product development.
• Mentor and guide other product management colleagues.

Requirements

• 4+ years of product management experience in a consumer company.
• Strong strategic thinking and ability to translate business goals into product features.
• High familiarity with sports and journalism.
• Excellent collaboration and influencing skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis and making data-driven decisions.
• Empathy for users and a passion for creating delightful experiences.
• Willingness to experiment and learn from failures.
• Experience coordinating diverse stakeholders.

Benefits

• Work in a dynamic and passionate team focused on sports.
• Opportunity to impact the experience of sports fans globally.
• Flexible working environment.
• Access to a wide range of sports content and journalism.
• Professional development opportunities.