Strategic Product Manager
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Maryville University seeks an innovative and strategic Strategic Product Manager to lead the vision strategy and execution of our comprehensive technology and product initiatives.
The Strategic Product Manager will play a pivotal role in Maryvilles ambitious $21 million investment in artificial intelligence data analytics and advanced technologies driving our mission to become a leading AIforward university. This role will oversee the entire product lifecycle from ideation and development to implementation and continuous improvement ensuring alignment with Maryvilles strategic plan and commitment to personalized studentcentric education.
Strategic Leadership:
- Define and execute a clear compelling product vision aligned with Maryvilles strategic priorities including the modernization of our technology stack AI integration and datadriven personalized learning experiences.
- Collaborate closely with executive leadership academic stakeholders and crossfunctional teams to ensure product strategies support Maryvilles goal of reaching 100000 students by 2030.
- Champion innovation and continuous improvement fostering a culture of courageous experimentation and agile adaptation to emerging technologies and market trends.
Product Development and Management:
- Oversee the implementation and integration of Salesforce Education Cloud Marketing Cloud LifeGraph (Master Data Management) and other key technology platforms.
- Lead the development and deployment of AIdriven solutions including predictive analytics chatbots virtual assistants and immersive learning experiences to enhance student recruitment admissions retention and success.
- Ensure seamless integration and interoperability across Maryvilles technology ecosystem creating a unified intuitive and frictionless user experience for students faculty and staff.
DataDriven Decision Making:
- Leverage advanced analytics and AI to gain deep insights into student behaviors preferences and outcomes enabling proactive personalized interventions and strategic resource allocation.
- Establish robust metrics and KPIs to measure product effectiveness student engagement satisfaction and overall impact on enrollment growth and retention.
- Team Leadership and Collaboration:
- Build mentor and lead highperforming product management technology and analytics teams fostering a collaborative inclusive and innovative work environment.
- Partner closely with IT Marketing Admissions Student Success and Academic Affairs to ensure alignment effective communication and successful execution of product initiatives.
Change Management and Communication:
- Serve as a key advocate and spokesperson for Maryvilles technology and product vision clearly communicating strategic objectives progress and outcomes to internal and external stakeholders.
- Lead effective change management strategies to ensure smooth adoption and integration of new technologies and processes across the university community.
Minimum Qualifications
10 years of progressive leadership experience in product management technology strategy or related roles ideally within higher education or technologydriven organizations.
Proven track record of successfully leading largescale technology implementations digital transformations and AIdriven initiatives.
Demonstrated expertise in Salesforce Education Cloud Marketing Cloud data analytics platforms and AI technologies.
Exceptional strategic thinking analytical skills and ability to translate complex data into actionable insights and strategies.
Strong leadership communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire teams build consensus and effectively manage change.
Experience in higher education technology student lifecycle management and personalized learning solutions.
Proven ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships and navigate organizational dynamics effectively.
Preferred:
Familiarity with master data management systems predictive analytics and immersive learning technologies.
Familiarity with online higher ed and working with Online Program Managers (OPMs).
Bachelors degree in Business Technology Education or related field; advanced degree preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
Physical Demands
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background screening.
Applicants requiring University sponsorship to obtain employment authorization will not be considered for this position.
Maryville University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination on the basis of age disability gender genetic information marital status national origin race/color religion sex sexual orientation veteran status or any other status protected by law. This extends to all aspects of the employment relationship including recruiting hiring training onthejob treatment promotion layoff and termination.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
