This role is based out of our corporate headquarters office in Boston headquarters. We are a flexible hybrid environment with 3 days a week in the office (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday). Please note that we are only accepting candidates that reside in the greater Boston area.
We are seeking a highly motivated, creative, experienced, and data-driven Senior Product Manager - Catalog, to join our team at Labviva. Reporting to the Vice President, Product, you will be responsible for product catalogs and product content within the Labviva Purchasing Platform. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including engineering, design, sales, and customer success to ensure the successful growth and scaling of our platform.
You will do this by turning customer needs into product priorities and roadmaps with user stories. Working closely with suppliers, buyers, and internal stakeholders, you’ll be responsible for effectively communicating product details and coordinating launches that help customers maximize their investments with us. Once shipped, you’ll track success metrics, report results, and propose necessary updates. This role requires someone who can build consensus within critical timelines and motivate stakeholders toward developing best-in-class products.
How You Will Contribute
● Develop and implement product strategies related to catalog data management, including data quality, taxonomy, classification, pricing, and enrichment.
● Drive the integration and utilization of advanced technologies (such as AI and ML) for catalog data management, enrichment, and personalization.
● Define and analyze catalog performance metrics and use insights for continuous improvement.
● Conduct market research and analysis to identify customer pain points and opportunities for innovation and differentiation.
● Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement new features and enhancements that improve the customer experience and drive business results.
● Work with engineering teams to develop user stories, define product requirements, manage the backlog, and ensure timely and high-quality product delivery.
● Communicate product updates and progress to internal and external stakeholders, including executive leadership, sales, and customer success teams.
● Monitor and analyze competitor products and industry trends to identify potential threats and opportunities.
What You Bring to the Team
● 3+ years of experience in product management, with a focus on catalog management for ecommerce or similar problem space.
● Self-motivated, creative problem solver who develops deep empathy with customers.
● Strong analytical skills and experience with data-driven decision making.
● Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate product requirements and updates to cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
● Experience with agile development methodologies and working closely with engineering teams to deliver high-quality products on time.
● Proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
● Bachelor's degree in a related field, such as computer science or business administration.
● Experience working in a startup or high-growth environment is preferred.
● Experience working in Biotech, Life Sciences, or Higher-Education research preferred.
● Experience with procurement and supply chain management software preferred
About the Company
Labviva is on a mission to accelerate the pace of life science research. We connect researchers with suppliers of reagents, chemicals and instrumentation in an intuitive user-friendly platform that supports the priorities of scientists while staying compliant with purchasing rules.
We are a venture-funded start-up that acknowledges that the unique contributions of each team member drive our success. We commit to creating a diverse and inclusive workspace where people can make a positive impact. At Labviva, we invest in our employees and strongly believe that a culture of respect and support drives success for all involved.
We provide a competitive set of benefits including a hybrid – office work option, health benefits, flexible/discretionary time off, parental leave, competitive salary and equity, and Thursday company lunches.
We are an equal opportunity employer and building a diverse team is our top priority. At Labviva, we celebrate all. Help us build an inclusive community that will transform the life sciences industry. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, political affiliation, or any other characteristics as outlined by federal, state or local laws, regulations, or ordinances.
