Assistant Manager - Product

Key Responsibilities • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical specifications and product roadmaps. • Lead software implementation programs from concept through deployment, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery across multiple retail locations and systems. • Evaluate and integrate AI/ML technologies, APIs, and third-party solutions into our retail tech stack; assess build vs. buy decisions. • Manage product lifecycle: conduct market research, define success metrics, gather requirements, prioritize features, and measure product performance and ROI. • Drive adoption of new solutions across retail teams; create change management strategies and provide training/documentation to stakeholders • Identify and mitigate technical risks; troubleshoot implementation issues and coordinate with support teams to resolve blockers • Monitor industry trends in AI, retail technology, and digital transformation; present competitive insights and recommendations to leadership • Act as a bridge between business stakeholders and technical teams to ensure alignment and clear communication throughout the product lifecycle Required Qualifications • 2+ years of experience in product management, technical product management, or solutions engineering roles • 4+ years of hands-on experience building, architecting, or deploying AI/ML solutions in production environments • 2+ years of experience leading enterprise software implementations, preferably in retail, e-commerce, or related industries • Strong technical foundation: understanding of machine learning concepts (supervised/unsupervised learning, model training, validation), APIs, databases, and cloud infrastructure • Demonstrated experience with retail business processes: merchandising, inventory management, point-of-sale systems, supply chain, and customer analytics • Proven track record managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects with competing priorities and tight timelines • Excellent communication and presentation skills; ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences and vice versa • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field (or equivalent professional experience) • Proficiency in using Claude/ Chat GPT to automate workflows and build agents. • PMP, Agile, or Scrum certification Core Competencies • Technical Acumen: Deep understanding of AI/ML, software architecture, and implementation methodologies • Strategic Thinking: Ability to align technology initiatives with business objectives and competitive positioning • Project Management: Strong planning, execution, and risk management skills • Cross-functional Leadership: Ability to lead and influence teams without direct authority • Problem-Solving: Analytical mindset with creative approach to complex challenges • Customer Focus: Obsession with understanding end-user needs and delivering value • Adaptability: Comfort with ambiguity and rapid change in a dynamic retail environment • Communication: Clear, compelling communication with ability to translate across business and technical domains