Product Manager

Salary / Exempt

SUMMARY: 

Wantable is seeking an experienced full-time Product Manager to join our talented Engineering team in Milwaukee, WI! This is a unique opportunity to not only take ownership of software products, but also get hands-on with projects by helping to deliver impactful results to customers and internal teams. In this role you will work cross-functionally to guide products and projects from conception to launch by connecting the technical and business worlds. You will break down complex problems into manageable steps that drive product and feature development.

Some example projects that you could find yourself working on could be integrating new payment processing services, building new customer communication flows, enhancing our warehouse and inventory management tools, or improving various UI touch points within our expanding customer journey. 

Responsibilities

Qualified candidates will need to influence people across the organization, create win-win solutions and push the boundaries of innovation at Wantable. We’re looking for someone who can thrive at managing complex initiatives across numerous business channels, create certainty out of vague requirements, while maintaining a firm grasp over the operational, strategic, and technical vision of the product. A successful candidate will be perceptive, resourceful and will have an ability to innovate while ensuring the customer has a seat at the table for every product conversation. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Establishing requirements and defining scope for technical products, programs and projects
• Distilling feature requirements into an actionable backlog of epics and tasks
• Providing timely status updates while showcasing honesty and transparency with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Establishing test cases and developing QA process
• Managing multiple initiatives of various size and complexity
• Acting as a subject matter expert for other internal teams
• Assessing new feature and project requests to verify impact, level of effort, and alignment with business strategy and priorities
• Identifying opportunities to develop or improve processes
• Assisting with ad-hoc questions and requests around the software we build and maintain

Requirements

• BS/BA in a technical discipline, or equivalent experience
• 5 years of Project Management experience
• 2 years of Product Management experience in technology, ecommerce or SaaS
• Experience managing product roadmaps and defining tech strategy
• Experience driving product vision, go-to-market strategy, and design discussions
• Experience working with both in-house technology teams and 3rd party vendors
• Strong data analysis skills; the ability to extract, digest and synthesize information in order to make data-driven decisions
• Experience managing QA and UAT processes 
• Experience working with Jira, GitHub, Google Suite or similar software tools
• Knowledge of basic SQL, query, data analysis, and cost-benefit analysis
• Experience with Email/SMS platforms, Digital Asset Management tools and Shopify (or related eComm services) preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as ability to think clearly, analyze quantitatively, problem-solve and effectively prioritize

About Wantable

Wantable is a next-generation fashion brand giving customers access to high-quality products created and curated by our team of expert merchants and stylists. We deliver unrivaled customer experiences through our proprietary technology and platforms that allow customers to shop on their own or with the help of a stylist, and to try before they buy from the comfort of their homes. Wantable was founded in 2012 with the belief that when you look good, you feel good, and has been fueling self-confidence in customers ever since. 

You’re a good fit at Wantable if you

• Are a “manager of one”
• Have a customer-centric approach by always putting yourself in our customer’s shoes
• You are not afraid to roll up your sleeves and jump in to get the job done
• Are humble in conversation, but confident in your skills
• Are an expert negotiator
• Can ramp up quickly, work independently but know when guidance is needed
• You are a quick learner, and hungry for product mastery
• When faced with a hard problem you can break it down into digestible pieces
• When you get stuck you're open and willing to ask for guidance
• You’re always looking to improve and innovate but understand the benefit of an MVP

About Wantable Engineering

• We like cats but we’re warming up to dogs 
• We’re generally a build over buy technology-focused group that has built, maintains, and manages all of Wantable's homegrown software solutions to solve the business needs. 
• We work in two-week weekly sprints; following a reasonable agile process
• New/emerging technologies, modern techniques, and finding new solutions excite us
• We’re hard workers but we don’t let that get in the way of having a good time 
• We make a consistent, meaningful impact on the direction and health of the business and transform the way people shop

Benefits

Wantable team members enjoy free food, coffee, and drinks in our HQ's beautiful new Wantable Cafe. We have a laid-back, casual environment in a state-of-the-art new HQ in Walkers Point.

We offer flexible schedules, paid parental leave (mothers AND fathers), and a private room for nursing mothers.

Even more exciting: paid vacation and seven paid holidays per year, plus a 50% discount on all merchandise. You’ll be eligible for the discount on your first day.

Important, but maybe less thrilling: we have ample parking, we offer medical (traditional and high deductible), dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401K (both pre-tax and Roth options).

Remote / In-Office requirements: 

This position can be partially remote or considered hybrid; however, some mandatory meetings and events will need to be scheduled in person at our Headquarters in Milwaukee, WI as directed by your supervisor.

Core operations, meetings, and work is primarily done during standard business hours M-F central standard time, but this role requires flexibility for night/weekend adjustments or assistance when needed.

Due to this role's nature we cannot provide visa sponsorship. Resumes and communication must be submitted in English. 

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Daily attendance is required.

The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 5 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, work hours, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.