Product Manager - Catalog & Procurement solutions (SaaS) (H/F)

As a Product Manager - Catalog & Procurement solutions at Ivalua, your key responsibilities will include overseeing the complete product lifecycle, managing strategic planning and roadmaps, collaborating with development teams on functional designs, and ensuring effective communication with various stakeholders. You'll also conduct competitive analyses, support teams with product usage, and participate in events to showcase our solutions.

To qualify for the Product Manager - Catalog & Procurement solutions position at Ivalua, candidates should possess at least a Bac + 5 degree from a prestigious engineering or business school, along with a minimum of 4 years of experience in a Product Owner/Manager role for a SaaS product. Familiarity with procurement and e-procurement solutions will be highly advantageous.

Important skills for a Product Manager at Ivalua include strong analytical abilities to understand user needs, effective prioritization of feature requests, and expertise in UI/UX design in an agile environment. Excellent communication skills to liaise with diverse teams and adaptability to a multicultural context are also critical for success in this role.

Ivalua promotes a hybrid work model that allows Product Managers to work three days on-site and two days remotely. This flexible working arrangement, along with a commitment to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace culture, helps employees maintain a healthy work-life balance while contributing to their professional and personal growth.

At Ivalua, Product Managers have robust opportunities for growth, including access to ongoing training and development programs, participation in innovative projects, and involvement in cross-functional collaborations. This dynamic environment encourages continuous learning and enables you to advance your career in the tech industry.

In responding to this question, emphasize your specific experiences with product management, highlighting examples of successful product launches, your role in developing the product roadmap, and your interactions with cross-functional teams. Articulate the strategies you used to gather user feedback and optimize the product lifecycle.

When discussing your feature prioritization process, talk about frameworks or methods you've employed, like MoSCoW or weighted scoring. Provide examples of how you've balanced business goals, user needs, and technical feasibility in your decision-making.

To answer effectively, describe your communication strategies, such as regular planning sessions, agile ceremonies like sprint reviews, or using collaboration tools. Share examples of how you’ve resolved conflicts or improved understanding among team members.

Discuss your use of user research methods, such as surveys, interviews, and usability testing. Explain how you've translated user insights into actionable product features and improvements, using specific examples to illustrate your approach.

When conveying your answer, choose an example that demonstrates your problem-solving skills and resilience. Describe the challenge, your analysis, and the steps you took to mitigate the issue, showcasing the positive outcomes that resulted.

Mention your strategies for staying connected to industry trends—reading related blogs, attending webinars, participating in forums, or networking with other professionals. Highlight any relevant insights you've gained and how they've influenced your work.

Indicate your method for understanding stakeholder requirements, using regular updates, and managing communication effectively. Provide an example of a situation where you successfully aligned expectations with stakeholders.

Discuss key performance indicators (KPIs) or metrics you consider when evaluating product features' success. Talk about how you gather and analyze data post-launch and how you use insights to inform future product iterations.

Emphasize the importance of user feedback in guiding your product development. Explain how you've solicited, analyzed, and integrated feedback into your product planning processes to ensure alignment with user needs.

Illustrate your method for addressing competing priorities, like using prioritization frameworks, conducting regular alignment meetings, or leveraging project management tools. Offer examples that depict your ability to navigate these challenges successfully.