Director, Product Management
American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)

The Director of Product Development is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive product strategy for the software platform and products offered by Data and Analytics. The Director will be responsible for the identification and realization of attractive growth and alliance opportunities. The Director position is an organization transitional position that identifies and develops the leadership potential of talented professionals and effective managers.

What You Will Do:

• Significant strategic product experience including defining and driving product vision and management of multiple product portfolios.
• Proven track record of delivering data-driven products that meet business and customer needs.
• Exceptional command of SDLC methodologies, to include Agile (Scrum, Kanban, etc.) and Waterfall and product development best practices.
• Possess an understanding of and appreciation for the concepts of Continuous Improvement and process thinking.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an understanding of data governance, data security, and compliance frameworks.
• Strong knowledge of data platforms, cloud technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), and modern analytics tools.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• The human relations skills necessary to engender teamwork and positive morale, and motivate fellow professionals and staff. These skills are also necessary to develop client relationships on projects.

What You Will Need:

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• A minimum of 15 years of product management experience is required, with at least 5 of those in a management capacity.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Significant strategic product experience including defining and driving product vision and management of multiple product portfolios.
• Proven track record of delivering data-driven products that meet business and customer needs.
• Exceptional command of SDLC methodologies, to include Agile (Scrum, Kanban, etc.) and Waterfall and product development best practices.
• Possess an understanding of and appreciation for the concepts of Continuous Improvement and process thinking.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an understanding of data governance, data security, and compliance frameworks.
• Strong knowledge of data platforms, cloud technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), and modern analytics tools.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• The human relations skills necessary to engender teamwork and positive morale, and motivate fellow professionals and staff. These skills are also necessary to develop client relationships on projects.

Reporting Relationships:

Reports to an Executive level position.

ABOUT US

We set out more than 160 years ago to promote the security of life and property at sea and preserve the natural environment. Today, we remain true to our mission and continue to support organizations facing a rapidly evolving seascape of challenging regulations and new technologies. Through it all, we are anchored by a vision and mission that help our clients find clarity in uncertain times.

ABS is a global leader in marine and offshore classification and other innovative safety, quality, and environmental services. We're at the forefront of supporting the global energy transition at sea, the application of remote and autonomous marine systems, cutting-edge technical solutions, and many more exciting advancements. Our commitment to safety, reliability, and efficiency is ever-present, guiding our clients to safer and more efficient operations.

About Our Benefits

ABS Bureau proudly offers a variety of industry-leading benefits designed to enhance the life and well-being of our employees and their families. These benefits include, but are not limited to, medical insurance (PPO and HD), dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Savings Account (FSA), life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, disability leave programs, parental leave program, paid holidays, and paid vacation time. The Company provides an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) that offers support in personal wellness, including work-life services. ABS Bureau also offers a 401K plan with a generous company match, subject to plan requirements.

Equal Opportunity

ABS Bureau is committed to the equal employment opportunity of its employees and prohibits discrimination against any employee or qualified applicant based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status or veteran status, or other non-work-related characteristics that may be protected under the law of the Federal Government or specific state employment laws.

Notice

ABS and Affiliated Companies (ABS) will not pay a fee to any third-party agency without a valid ABS Master Service Agreement (MSA) authorized and signed by Human Resources. Any resume, CV, application, or other forms of candidate submission provided to any employee of ABS without a valid MSA on file will be considered property of ABS, and no fee will be paid.

Other

This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job of the incumbent. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making a fair decision regarding the pay structure of the job. #ogjs

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