Position Overview:
We are looking for an experienced Technical Product Manager to lead the strategic development and execution of our ecommerce, merchandising, inventory management, and data analytics platforms. This role requires a unique blend of technical expertise, retail domain knowledge, and product management excellence to drive business growth through technology innovation.
ShyftLabs is a growing data product company that was founded in early 2020 and works primarily with Fortune 500 companies. We deliver digital solutions built to help accelerate the growth of businesses in various industries, by focusing on creating value through innovation.
Job Responsibilities: Product Strategy & VisionDefine and execute the product roadmap for digital merchandising systems, inventory management platforms, and retail data analytics toolsCollaborate with business stakeholders to translate retail requirements into technical product specificationsDrive product strategy alignment across merchandising, operations, and technology teamsConduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities for product innovationTechnical LeadershipPartner with engineering teams to design scalable, reliable retail technology solutionsMake technical trade-off decisions balancing business needs, user experience, and system constraintsOversee API design and integration strategies for merchandising and inventory systemsEnsure product architecture supports real-time data processing and analytics requirementsCross-Functional CollaborationWork closely with merchandising teams to optimize product catalog management and pricing systemsCollaborate with data science teams to implement predictive analytics and demand forecasting capabilitiesPartner with UX/UI teams to design intuitive interfaces for internal retail management toolsCoordinate with IT and operations teams to ensure seamless system integration and deploymentData & Analytics FocusDrive the development of retail analytics dashboards and reporting toolsImplement data governance frameworks for merchandising and inventory dataLead initiatives to improve data quality, accessibility, and actionable insightsSupport the creation of customer segmentation and personalization systemsProduct Delivery & OperationsManage product development lifecycle from conception to launch and iterationDefine and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for retail system effectivenessConduct regular product reviews and optimization initiativesEnsure compliance with retail industry standards and regulatory requirementsTechnical SkillsStrong understanding of retail technology stack including one of the following; ecommerce, POS systems, inventory management, and merchandising platformsExperience with data warehousing, ETL processes, and business intelligence toolsFamiliarity with API design, microservices architecture, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)Knowledge of retail data formats and industry standards (EDI, UPC, SKU management)Understanding of real-time data processing and analytics frameworksBusiness AcumenDeep understanding of retail operations, merchandising strategies, and customer behaviorExperience with agile development methodologies and product management frameworksStrong analytical skills with ability to translate data insights into actionable product decisionsKnowledge of retail KPIs including inventory turnover, sell-through rates, and margin optimization Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, marketing, business administration or related field2+ years of experience as a Product Manager or a similar role in an Agile, Scrum, Kanban or similar software application development and/or project management team environment, or an equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training.Customer facing digital subject matter expertise with experience working on small features of software applications Additional Information We are proud to offer a competitive salary alongside a strong insurance package. We pride ourselves on the growth of our employees, offering extensive learning and development resources.
