Product Manager, Home Energy Experience.

About the role

Bamboohr is seeking a dynamic and innovative Product Manager to lead the Home Energy Experience team. This role is pivotal in shaping the future of home energy management, focusing on creating user-friendly solutions that empower homeowners to optimize their energy consumption. As a key player in our organization, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product development from conception to launch, ensuring that our offerings align with market needs and customer expectations.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Lead the product development lifecycle for home energy management solutions, from initial concept through to market launch and ongoing enhancements.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, design, and marketing teams to define product vision and roadmap, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer needs.
• Conduct thorough market research and competitive analysis to identify trends, customer pain points, and opportunities for innovation in the home energy sector.
• Gather and prioritize product requirements by engaging with stakeholders, including customers, partners, and internal teams, to ensure that the product meets market demands.
• Develop and maintain detailed product specifications and documentation to guide the development process and facilitate clear communication among team members.
• Monitor product performance post-launch, utilizing analytics and user feedback to inform iterative improvements and feature enhancements.
• Act as the primary point of contact for product-related inquiries, providing insights and updates to stakeholders and ensuring transparency throughout the product lifecycle.
• Champion a user-centric approach to product development, advocating for features and functionalities that enhance the customer experience and drive user engagement.
• Facilitate agile development processes, including sprint planning, backlog grooming, and retrospectives, to ensure efficient and effective product delivery.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop go-to-market strategies, including product positioning, messaging, and promotional campaigns to maximize product visibility and adoption.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external partners and vendors to enhance product offerings and explore new business opportunities.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes that may impact the home energy landscape, ensuring that Bamboohr remains at the forefront of innovation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field; a Master's degree or MBA is a plus.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in product management, preferably within the energy, technology, or consumer electronics sectors.
• Proven track record of successfully launching and managing products throughout their lifecycle, from ideation to market introduction and beyond.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions to guide product strategy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and experience working in an agile development environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively to overcome challenges.
• Passion for sustainability and energy efficiency, with a deep understanding of the home energy market and customer needs.

Nice to have

• Experience with smart home technologies or IoT products.
• Familiarity with UX/UI design principles and user research methodologies.
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks and standards related to energy management and sustainability.
• Previous experience in a startup environment, demonstrating adaptability and a hands-on approach.

Skills & tools

• Proficiency in product management tools such as JIRA, Trello, or Asana for project tracking and collaboration.
• Familiarity with analytics tools like Google Analytics, Mixpanel, or similar for performance tracking and user behavior analysis.
• Strong presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and persuasively to various audiences.
• Experience with customer feedback platforms and user testing methodologies to gather insights and improve product offerings.

Practical notes

• This position is based in Montréal, Quebec, and may require occasional travel for industry events or stakeholder meetings.
• Candidates must possess the legal right to work in Canada.
• The role may involve flexible working hours to accommodate collaboration with international teams or partners.

Join Bamboohr and be part of a team that is revolutionizing the way we manage energy in our homes. If you are passionate about product management and sustainability, we invite you to apply and help us create a more energy-efficient future.