Vice President of Product

As the Vice President of Product at Papa, you will be responsible for defining and executing our product strategy, leading the Product and Design teams, and conducting extensive market research to derive insights that guide product innovation. Your role will be essential in aligning our product offerings with market trends and customer needs.

To qualify for the Vice President of Product role at Papa, candidates are expected to have 10-15 years of experience, with at least 5 years in product leadership within the healthcare domain. A solid understanding of the healthcare ecosystem, product management skills, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams are essential.

The Vice President of Product at Papa plays a crucial role in business growth by ensuring that our products not only meet customer needs but also align with overall company objectives. By leading innovation efforts and collaborating with various departments, you’ll be instrumental in developing solutions that enhance our marketplace and improve member engagement.

At Papa, company culture is centered around people. As the Vice President of Product, you'll find yourself in an environment that promotes transparency, non-hierarchy, and inclusivity. We value authenticity and aim to create a space where everyone, including our leadership, can bring their whole selves to work.

The Vice President of Product significantly impacts Papa’s mission by driving the development of user-focused solutions that address the challenges faced by older adults and families. Your leadership in product innovation will directly link to fostering meaningful human connections, ultimately helping us fulfill our vision of ensuring no one feels alone.

Discuss your previous roles in healthcare product management, emphasizing key projects you led and outcomes achieved. Highlight specific examples where you successfully navigated industry challenges and drove product innovation.

Share a specific scenario where you faced a significant decision in product development. Explain your thought process, how you analyzed the situation, and what the outcomes were, showcasing your ability to balance strategic vision with actionable details.

Discuss your methodical approach to prioritization, such as using customer feedback, market research, and data analytics. Provide examples of how this approach resulted in successful product advancements.

Explain your strategies for fostering interdepartmental collaboration, such as regular meetings, shared goals, or collaborative tools. Share a story where your collaborative efforts led to a successful product launch.

Outline the key performance indicators (KPIs) you consider crucial in measuring product success, including user engagement, customer feedback, and market adoption rates. Discuss how these metrics inform your future product strategies.

Emphasize your commitment to user-centric design by detailing your process for gathering and analyzing user feedback. Provide an example of how user feedback led to a significant improvement in a product you managed.

Discuss how you have worked with marketing teams to craft product messaging and launch strategies. Include anecdotes that demonstrate your role in successfully bringing products to market.

Articulate the importance of data analytics in informing product decisions. Offer examples that illustrate how data-driven insights have shaped your past product strategies and led to positive outcomes.

Describe your leadership style and how you inspire your team to innovate and excel. Share specific techniques or initiatives you’ve implemented that have fostered a positive and productive team culture.

Share your thoughts on what a successful product in the healthcare sector should achieve, focusing on user needs, market challenges, and the importance of driving engagement. Illustrate your vision with examples from your experience.