Senior Product Owner - Competitive Research
Established in 2017, Storyblok has rapidly ascended to the forefront of the global headless CMS landscape. Our vision is to “pioneer the future of content management, removing barriers between developer and marketing teams by offering an intuitive, scalable, and intelligent platform to deliver digital experiences from idea to success”.
Our team is made up of smart, passionate individuals who excel in their work. People who are comfortable taking on big ideas and figuring out the details along the way. With a dynamic team of over 220+ passionate individuals spanning 45+ countries, we're not just breaking boundaries; we're redefining them!
Our recent $80m Series C funding round, secured in June 2024, marked a crucial milestone for us. It has fueled our remarkable growth in the US market and accelerated our ongoing expansion and advancements across EMEA.
We're proud recipients of numerous awards, including recognition in G2's 2024 Best Software Awards. As a remote-first company, we have been officially recognized as one of the top 100 most flexible places to work, ranking #3 in the scale-up category as per Flexa Careers.
WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU
You will be joining a growing company where you can contribute to many “firsts”. Plus these benefits:
- Monthly remote work stipend (home internet costs, electricity). Home office equipment package right at the start (laptop, keyboard, monitor…)
- Home office equipment upgrade (furniture, ear plugs …) or membership to a local co-working space after your onboarding
- Sick leave benefit, parental leave and 25 days of annual leave plus your local national holidays
- Personal development fund for courses, books, conferences, and material
- VSOP (Virtual Stock Option Plan)
- The annual international team-building trip, quarterly and monthly online get-togethers
- As a fully remote company, with work-life balance at its core, you’ll enjoy flexible schedules
- An international team that loves to have fun at work and works hard together to accomplish shared goals
JOB SUMMARY
We are looking for a highly dynamic and analytical Senior Product Owner to spearhead our product research efforts in the content management space. This critical role focuses on keeping our product ahead in an ever-changing market by tracking industry trends, analyzing competitor offerings, and identifying differentiating features that give us a competitive edge. The ideal candidate thrives on stepping out of their comfort zone, diving deep into competitor solutions, and collaborating with Product Leadership to shape the future roadmap of Storyblok. You will play a key role in advancing our competitive intelligence initiatives, leveraging data analysis, and partnering with the Product Discovery and PLG teams to prioritize upcoming developments.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct in-depth competitor research to identify gaps in Storyblok’s offering compared to other headless CMS platforms, mapping opportunities for differentiation.
- Monitor the latest trends in content management and ensure they are reflected in our strategic product roadmap.
- Maintain and regularly update a product feature matrix to visualize how Storyblok’s features stack up against competitors.
- Collaborate with Product Leadership to define a forward-looking roadmap, incorporating competitive insights and industry trends.
- Review new feature specifications and use your knowledge of the competitive ecosystem to enhance proposed functionalities.
- Work closely with the PLG team to prioritize new feature pipelines based on customer insights, market data, and competitive analysis.
- Drive in-depth win-loss analysis for enterprise deals, producing reports to guide roadmap decisions at the leadership level.
- Provide regular reports and actionable recommendations to Product Leadership, based on data-driven insights and market research.
- Partner with Product Marketing and Sales Enablement teams to create competitor battle cards, empowering the sales team to effectively position Storyblok against competitors.
- Work closely with Marketing, Sales, Customer Success, and Support teams to ensure product strategies align with broader business objectives.
- Proactively identify emerging trends and technologies in the content management space, championing new ideas to keep Storyblok at the forefront of innovation.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Product, Engineering or Design educational degree is an advantage
- 6+ years of experience in product management, product engineering, or product design roles, with a strong emphasis on competitor analysis initiatives and innovation
- Track record of working in the B2B SaaS startup ecosystem focusing on Enterprise and Self-service products
QUALIFICATIONS
- Deep understanding of the B2B SaaS business, customers, partners, and the broader B2B ecosystem
- Design-driven mindset and hands-on mentality
- Ability to combine analytical thinking with thinking out of the box
- Passionate about analyzing data in highly competitive markets
MENTAL, PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Remote (home) work opportunity or funded by Storyblok co-working space
GENERAL TERMS
Storyblok has a commitment to diversity and inclusion. We strive to create a hiring environment in which all people feel they are equally respected and valued, irrespective of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, ethnicity, age, religion, citizenship or any other characteristic. You can find more information about our privacy policy here.
All communications regarding job opportunities at Storyblok will come from an official Storyblok employee with an email address ending in @storyblok.com. We will never redirect you to another portal or another site that is unrelated to our domain (storyblok.com).
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If you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email talent.acquisition@storyblok.com
Join the innovative team at Storyblok as a Senior Product Owner - Competitive Research! We're redefining the headless CMS landscape, and we want you to help us stay ahead of the curve. Established in 2017, our company has quickly grown to over 220 passionate individuals across 45 countries, and we pride ourselves on being a remote-first workplace that truly values flexibility and work-life balance. In this dynamic role, you'll take the lead in conducting in-depth competitor research, diving deep into the industry trends that shape our products. By collaborating closely with Product Leadership, you'll help define our forward-looking roadmap, ensuring Storyblok remains a vital player in the content management space. With your analytical mind and design-driven mindset, you will identify key differentiators, drive win-loss analysis, and provide actionable insights that influence product strategy. Your experience in B2B SaaS and a solid understanding of the competitive landscape will be vital as you develop impressive tools like competitor battle cards to empower our sales team. Plus, you'll enjoy fantastic benefits such as a monthly stipend for home office expenses, flexible schedules, and an annual international team-building trip. If you're ready to embrace challenges, innovate, and contribute to something truly special, we want to hear from you!
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Storyblok is an enterprise-level Headless Content Management System that works with any framework and can be integrated with any app, frontend, or framework.
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