VP, Product Management for Higher Ed (Remote)

Cengage Learning Holdings II, Inc.

Job Overview

Location

United States

Job Type

Full-time

Full Job Description

📋 Description

• As the Vice President of Product Management for Higher Ed at Cengage Group, you will lead product strategy and drive customer and business outcomes for a global education technology company serving millions of learners.
• You will define product vision aligned with business goals, conduct continuous discovery to understand customer needs, prioritize initiatives based on measurable impact, and foster cross-functional collaboration with engineering, design, and marketing teams.
• You will lead a team of product managers, championing customer-centricity, innovation, and collaboration while building a strong culture around the Product Operating Model and developing team members into mini-CEOs for their products.
• You will establish data-driven processes to measure product success, evaluate performance, identify improvement areas, and advocate for investment based on results and customer feedback.
• Cengage Group is committed to inclusion, engagement, and discovery, creating an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued and employees feel empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.
• The company serves higher education, workforce skills, secondary education, English language teaching, and research markets worldwide through scalable technology like MindTap and Cengage Unlimited, supporting learners in improving their lives and achieving their dreams through education.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or a comparable area, or equivalent experience; an advanced degree such as an MBA is preferred.
• 12 years of experience in product management in a technology organization.
• 10 years of experience in product management leadership roles with a track record of building and leading empowered teams.
• In-depth knowledge and experience with the Product Operating Model, including leading empowered product teams and driving outcomes.
• Proven experience in successfully launching and scaling innovative products.
• Strong analytical and data-driven approach with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

🏖️ Benefits

• Participation in the company’s discretionary incentive bonus program with an individual target bonus of 35% annual.
• Base pay range of $192,500.00 - $250,250.00 USD, reflecting qualifications, experience, and geographic location.
• Comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support and empower employees, including benefits aligned with Cengage Group’s commitment to employee well-being.
• Commitment to reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities during the job application process and employment.
• Opportunity to work remotely while contributing to a global education technology company impacting millions of learners worldwide.

Skills & Technologies

Onsite

Degree Required

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About Cengage Learning Holdings II, Inc.

Cengage provides higher education course materials, digital learning platforms, and e-textbooks. Its offerings include MindTap, WebAssign, and Cengage Unlimited, serving colleges, universities, students, and lifelong learners worldwide.

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