Introduction to Workwarp and the Role
Workwarp, a leading company in the retail finance sector, is seeking an experienced Product Owner to join our team. As a Product Owner, you will play a crucial role in driving the product strategy and prioritization decisions for our retail finance solutions. You will serve as a liaison between the business and development teams, acting as the voice of the customer and communicating requirements and needs to the product team. If you have a passion for delivering high-quality products and services, and a proven track record of success in product ownership or management, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
As a Product Owner at Workwarp, your key responsibilities will include:
- Establishing and maintaining relationships with business and technology stakeholders to drive product strategy and prioritization decisions
- Serving as a liaison between the business and development teams, acting as the voice of the customer and communicating requirements and needs to the product team
- Delivering on-time, on-budget, on-quality, and on-fit services or products
- Owning, maintaining, and continuously grooming the team backlog
- Facilitating the delivery of features along with the Scrum Master by refining and improving processes that lead to more efficient development cycles
- Working within an Agile framework to develop and execute against a product roadmap
- Developing user stories with detailed requirements and acceptance criteria that address end-user needs
- Participating in recurring Agile ceremonies, including Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Sprint Demos, and more
- Establishing and maintaining metrics that track the value of delivered features and team output
- Ensuring that value is generated back to the enterprise through diligence in prioritization and delivery
- Managing upgrades and ensuring that products or product elements are up to date to avoid technical debt
- Maintaining an innovating and future-proofing agenda for given products
- Maintaining primary responsibility for product team operations, including financial management and resourcing (varies by team)
- Anticipating, mitigating, and chaperoning escalations
- Performing other duties as assigned by the manager
Supervision and Leadership
While the Product Owner will not have formal people management or reporting responsibilities, they are responsible for leading their product team in delivering against sprint goals. This requires strong leadership and communication skills, as well as the ability to influence and motivate team members to achieve their best.
Relationships and Collaboration
The Product Owner will work closely with a variety of stakeholders, including:
- Internal: Business stakeholders and end-users, IT leadership, IT delivery (Scrum Masters, developers, architects, UX designers, program managers, etc.)
- External: Application/systems vendors (as applicable)
Building strong relationships with these stakeholders is critical to the success of the product and the team.
Work Environment and Travel
This is a 100% remote role, with the potential for up to 20% travel dependent on business needs. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a remote environment and be able to manage their time and priorities effectively.
Minimum Qualifications
To be considered for this role, you must have:
- 5+ years of demonstrated experience in product ownership, product management, business consulting, IT business analysis, or another related field
- A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, Information Systems, or equivalent work experience
Preferred Qualifications
While not required, the following qualifications are highly preferred:
- Dynamics 365 financial experience or very similar ERP system (SAP Financial or Oracle Financial)
- Agile or SAFe certification(s)
- Demonstrated ability to influence change within large, complex organizations
- Experience using Agile project management tools (e.g. Atlassian) and flowchart tools (e.g. Visio, Lucid Chart)
- Experience with eCommerce, restaurant, and/or wholesale food distribution industries
Compensation and Benefits
Workwarp offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:
- A base salary range of $85,000-$140,000, depending on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law
- An annual incentive plan bonus
- Health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance
To review available benefits, please visit: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html
Career Growth and Development
At Workwarp, we are committed to the growth and development of our employees. As a Product Owner, you will have opportunities to:
- Develop your skills and expertise in product ownership and management
- Work on complex and challenging projects that have a real impact on the business
- Collaborate with a talented and experienced team of professionals
- Participate in training and development programs to enhance your skills and knowledge
Company Culture and Values
Workwarp is a company that values innovation, collaboration, and customer satisfaction. We are committed to creating a work environment that is inclusive, supportive, and empowering. Our company culture is built on the following values:
- Customer focus: We are dedicated to delivering high-quality products and services that meet the needs of our customers
- Collaboration: We believe that teamwork and collaboration are essential to achieving our goals
- Innovation: We encourage creativity, innovation, and continuous improvement
- Integrity: We operate with integrity, transparency, and honesty in all our interactions
Conclusion
If you are a motivated and experienced product owner looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. With a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for career growth and development, Workwarp is the ideal place to take your career to the next level. Don't miss out on this chance to join our team and contribute to the success of our retail finance solutions. Apply today!
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