Deputy Manager - Product Management

Deputy Manager - Product Management

About Business:

Adani Group: Adani Group is a diversified organisation in India comprising 10 publicly traded companies. It has created a world class logistics and utility infrastructure portfolio that has a pan-India presence. Adani Group is headquartered in Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India. Over the years, Adani Group has positioned itself to be the market leader in its logistics and energy businesses focusing on large scale infrastructure development in India with O & M practices benchmarked to global standards. With four IG rated businesses, it is the only Infrastructure Investment Grade issuer in India.

Adani Solar: Adani Solar is India's 1st and largest vertically integrated solar PV manufacturer with 4 GW cells & modules and 2 GW of ingots & wafers manufacturing capacities

Job Purpose: The Lead - Product Management is responsible for overseeing the entire product lifecycle, ensuring that products meet customer needs and market demands. This role involves developing product strategies, collaborating with internal teams, and managing product performance. The Lead - Product Management is also accountable for ensuring product roadmaps are aligned with business objectives, while driving innovation and efficiency within the product development process.

Product Strategy and Vision:

• Develop and execute the product strategy, aligning with company goals. Define product vision, objectives, and KPIs to drive growth and innovation.

Market Research and Analysis:

• Conduct market research to understand customer needs, market trends, and competitive landscape. Use insights to guide product decisions and identify opportunities.

Product Development Lifecycle:

• Manage the full product lifecycle, from ideation to launch. Ensure timely product releases and collaborate with cross-functional teams for successful execution.

Product Positioning and Pricing:

• Define product positioning, messaging, and pricing strategies in collaboration with sales and marketing teams to meet customer needs and stay competitive.

Cross-functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with sales, marketing, engineering, and customer support teams to ensure alignment on product development and customer experience.

Product Lifecycle Management:

• Oversee product improvements and manage updates based on customer feedback and market trends. Decide on product enhancements or discontinuation when necessary.

Customer Feedback and Product Improvement:

• Collect and prioritize customer feedback to enhance product features. Continuously refine products to improve customer satisfaction and market fit.

Product Performance Tracking:

• Track product performance using KPIs, sales data, and feedback. Optimize product performance to increase market share and customer satisfaction.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Lead and mentor the product management team, fostering collaboration, innovation, and accountability. Support team growth to achieve organizational and personal goals.

Product Marketing Collaboration:

• Collaborate with marketing teams on product launch strategies, promotional campaigns, and customer education to drive adoption and market penetration.

Key Stakeholders - Internal:

• Head - Product Management
• Sales Team
• Marketing Team
• Supply Chain/Logistics Team
• R&D/Innovation Team

Key Stakeholders - External:

• Vendors/Suppliers
• Customers (for product feedback)
• External Consultants/Industry Experts
• Regulatory Bodies

Educational Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. MBA or equivalent product management certification is a plus.

Work Experience (Range of years):

• Min 8-12 years of experience in product management, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership or managerial role. Demonstrated success in product development, positioning, and strategy, especially within the solar or energy sector.

Certification:

Experience Level

Mid Level