CONSUMER PRODUCT MANAGER SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS

Published: August 9, 2024 - The Consumer Product Manager possesses extensive experience and a solid understanding of product or category management within a global branded consumer goods company, emphasizing end-to-end new product development, innovation, and product lifecycle management. Demonstrates strong leadership abilities, proven success in driving performance and delivering results through cross-organizational projects, and excels in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Bring an international mindset, exceptional interpersonal skills, fluency in English, and the capability for monthly travel to various global hubs, fostering a diverse and inclusive work culture while challenging conventional ideas.

Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout Consumer Product Manager Resume
  • Market Research
  • Product Lifecycle Management
  • Data Analysis
  • Financial Forecasting
  • UX/UI Design Principles
  • Competitive Analysis
  • Agile & Scrum Methodologies
  • Pricing Strategy
  • Technology Integration
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Leadership
  • Adaptability
  • Collaboration
  • Customer Empathy
  • Creativity
  • Time Management
  • Negotiation Skills

Summary of Consumer Product Manager Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume

1. BA in Business Administration with 6 years of Experience

  • Experience in retail banking with a solid understanding of retail bank products and a working knowledge of Product Development and Management.
  • Experience with leadership and Project Management skills across functional teams are highly valued in this role.
  • Experience with consumer digital bank offerings is a plus.
  • Experience with a combination of coursework and, or else extensive related professional experience, are eligible for consideration.
  • Self-starter with strong initiative and drive to complete tasks quickly, independently, and efficiently with the highest quality. 
  • Ability to clearly understand market needs and trends and comfort in recommending trade-offs around what capabilities to build, how to build out requirements for new products, how to validate the appropriateness and viability of the solution.
  • Experienced at developing, prioritizing, and executing product strategy supported by financial analysis, understanding of vision, and market need.
  • Ability to work in a matrix environment with, and leading cross-functional teams.
  • Understanding of product development, product life cycle, product profitability, and associated regulatory and compliance guidelines.

2. BA in Marketing with 5 years of Experience

  • Experience and a solid understanding of product or category management in a global branded consumer goods company
  • Ability to move into a more senior role and lead a global category.
  • A strong foundation in all Product Management matters, with particular experience in End-to-End New Product Development, Innovation and Product Lifecycle Management
  • Proven track record in driving strong performance and delivering results including the demonstrated success in leading a project team working across the organization.
  • An open-minded, team-oriented individual with strong interpersonal skills who works well in a diverse, global environment
  • Strong business acumen and the ability to bring in a cross-functional perspective as well as deliver a global agenda
  • Dedicated and hard-working and will thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment with clear goals.
  • An international mindset and are a constructive challenger who brings new ideas
  • Fluent in English (written and spoken) and can travel on a monthly basis to the different Stokke hubs

3. BA in Communications with 4 years of Experience

  • ​Work in Product Management or similar environment
  • Experience in working with consumer data
  • Analytical when it comes to data, creative when it comes to design
  • Excellent presentation, influencing, and consultancy skills, feeling comfortable in front of a senior audience
  • Strong communication skills and ability to build excellent rapport
  • Understanding of user research/design thinking/ MVP concept
  • Strong Agile mindset and work style
  • Excellent organization and planning skills including the ability to streamline processes to allow departments to realize efficiencies.
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