Manager or Director of Product Development & Strategy

Unclassified - Overland Park, KS

Full-time - Manager

Overland Park, KS

About the position

The Manager or Director of Product Development & Strategy at the National Content & Technology Cooperative Inc. (NCTC) is a pivotal role responsible for leading the product development and strategy for the NCTC consumer solutions portfolio, particularly focusing on video and broadband-related programs. This position is essential in identifying strategies and vetting solutions and partners that support NCTC member video and broadband business lines. The successful candidate will collaborate with various internal teams, including product management, business development, operations, IT, marketing, and finance, to ensure a cohesive approach to product development. In this role, the candidate will serve as an expert and resource for internal teams, addressing customer issues and providing answers related to assigned services. The position requires a dynamic and passionate individual who is eager to navigate the evolving landscape of the television and broadband industries. NCTC is a small but vibrant not-for-profit buying cooperative that aids hundreds of entrepreneurial broadband, cable television, and telecom member companies by offering better rates and terms for television content, streaming, mobile phone services, hardware, and technology. NCTC promotes a mission-oriented ethos among its employees, focusing on helping entrepreneurs succeed in their small businesses. The organization offers competitive salaries and flexible work arrangements, including remote, in-office, and hybrid options. The typical work schedule for this position is from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, allowing for a balanced work-life integration. The role is designed for someone who can adapt to both remote and in-office environments while maintaining productivity and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and provides strategic leadership on a variety of technology platforms and ancillary product strategies and development.
• Monitors and assesses market, technology, and industry trends and incorporates them into product roadmaps, product positioning, and portfolio plans.
• Defines and implements the product strategy for NCTC video and broadband offerings, including researching market trends, customer needs, and the competitive landscape.
• Leads the development of new products and enhancements to existing products, ensuring timely and budget-compliant completion.
• Creates buy-in for the product vision internally and with NCTC members, functioning as a product evangelist to build awareness and understanding across multiple constituencies.
• Occasional travel which may infrequently include weekends.

Requirements

• Proven work experience in product development and strategy.
• Strong understanding of traditional pay TV business strategies and technology.
• Deep knowledge of the digital media and technology landscape, including third-party over-the-top and other streaming services and strategies.
• Background and experience in developing and deploying consumer broadband products, services, and strategies.
• Demonstrable strategic aptitude and proven ability to define business strategy and product roadmap and gain buy-in from stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to create and manage strong internal and external relationships with members and partners.
• Excellent communicator both verbally and written, with the ability to communicate with all levels in the organization (technical, business, executive).
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Superior analytical and quantitative skills; experience using data and metrics to evaluate theories, confirm assumptions, and measure success.
• Proven ability to identify, analyze, and solve ambiguous problems independently.

Nice-to-haves

• MBA or other advanced degree is a plus.

Benefits

• Health savings account
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Life insurance