Product Manager

Summary

The Product Manager contributes to driving product strategy and roadmap development, and is responsible for leading product strategy and execution across the full product lifecycle, from identifying customer needs to delivering high-quality software solutions. This role balances strategic product leadership responsibilities with cross-functional execution to ensure successful delivery. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and can effectively bridge customer insights, business priorities, and technical execution. This role works closely with engineering, design, sales, marketing, support, and leadership to deliver products that drive business value and improve customer experience. Essential Functions Discovery Develop deep expertise in Aquent’s business, staffing industry trends and customer needs to inform strategic product decisions Articulate our product vision, strategy, and organizational priorities to ensure initiatives align with business goals Conduct customer research, interviews, and market analysis to identify customer needs, product opportunities, and market trends Evaluate and prioritize product opportunities based on customer value, business impact, and technical feasibility Use customer feedback, analytics, and market insights to inform product decisions and roadmap priorities Identify opportunities for product enhancements, innovation, and operational efficiencies Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with leadership, sales, marketing, support, and operational teams on product priorities, roadmap decisions, and release strategy. Communicate product decisions, progress, risks, timelines, and outcomes proactively to key stakeholders and team members Translate customer needs and business priorities into product decisions and technical direction Coordinate product launches and ensure organizational readiness across impacted teams Delivery & Execution Translate product strategy into clear product requirements, user stories, acceptance criteria, and supporting documentation Own, maintain, and prioritize the product backlog to ensure teams remain focused on high-value work Partner closely with engineering and design teams throughout development cycles Contribute to sprint planning, stand-ups, product reviews, testing, and release planning activities to support successful product delivery Make real-time tradeoff decisions to support timely product delivery while maintaining product quality Job Requirements Education / Experience Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Technology, Engineering, or related field preferred Equivalent combination of advanced education, training, and professional experience demonstrating specialized expertise Minimum of 3 years of experience in product ownership, product management, product strategy, or related roles Experience working directly with engineering teams in fast-paced product development environments Experience supporting products throughout various stages of the product lifecycle preferred Experience working in Agile development environments preferred

Preferred Qualifications

Background in staffing, workforce management, or HRIS technology Bias toward action with a willingness to collaborate Familiarity with roadmapping and engineering workflow tools like Jira Experience working in a startup, high-growth or scaling organizations where roles responsibilities may evolve Skills Experience using AI tools to deliver business value Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present options and recommendations to senior leadership Clear prioritization and decision-making skills Ability to balance strategic planning with execution-focused responsibilities Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving capabilities Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Why Aquent? We offer…Work/life balance: we say it, we mean it!Generous benefits package: medical, vision and dental benefits, generous 401(k), FSA, tuition reimbursement, paid sick/vacation time, and moreAn unusually generous and flexible vacation - AKA unlimited PTOFree use of our Hawaii and Florida beach housesIndividualistic approach: we encourage a personal touch to your work; we don't believe in a "one-size-fits-all" approachIndustry reputation: we are the world's largest creative staffing firm ABOUT AQUENT We are the leading global work solutions company. Through a range of brands, we help guide businesses toward the talent, technology, and services they need to excel. From specialty recruiting and talent experience to creative strategy and project management, we’re making the future of work better for everyone. Our brands include Aquent Talent, Aquent Studios, Aquent RoboHead, Aquent Scout, Aquent Employer of Record, and Aquent Gymnasium. To learn more, visit aquent.com. Aquent is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. Apply To This Job