IQVIA’s HDRP (Health Data Research Platform) team is seeking a talented and motivated Product Manager, who will be responsible for driving the development and lifecycle management of our products. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, marketing, sales, and customer support, to ensure that our products meet market demands, align with our business objectives, and deliver exceptional value to our customers. A key focus of this role will be managing the product backlog and ensuring backlog readiness to maintain a steady and efficient development process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Strategy and Vision:
  • Develop and communicate a clear product vision and strategy that aligns with the company's overall goals and market needs.
  • Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and threats.
  • Define product roadmaps and prioritize features based on customer needs, market trends, and business objectives.
• Backlog Management:
  • Own and manage the product backlog, ensuring it is well-organized, up-to-date, and reflects the priorities of the product strategy.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and prioritize requirements, translating them into well-defined user stories and tasks.
  • Ensure that the backlog is consistently refined and that the highest priority items are always ready for development.
• Backlog Readiness:
  • Ensure that backlog items are well-defined, with clear acceptance criteria, and are ready for the development team to work on.
  • Facilitate regular backlog grooming sessions with the development team to maintain a steady flow of ready-to-work items.
  • Work closely with the engineering team to ensure they have all the necessary information and resources to execute the backlog efficiently.
• Product Development:
  • Work with engineering and design teams to guide the development process, ensuring that product features are delivered on time and meet quality standards.
  • Participate in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives to support the development team and ensure alignment with product goals.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for the development team, providing clarity on priorities and resolving any issues that arise during the development process.
• Product Launch and Go-to-Market:
  • Collaborate with marketing, sales, and customer support teams to develop go-to-market strategies and launch plans.
  • Ensure that all product documentation, training materials, and marketing collateral are up-to-date and aligned with the product’s features and benefits.
  • Monitor product performance post-launch and gather feedback to inform future product improvements.
• Stakeholder Communication:
  • Regularly update stakeholders on product progress, roadmaps, and key decisions.
  • Manage expectations by providing clear and transparent communication on timelines, challenges, and deliverables.
• Customer Focus:
  • Engage with customers and end-users to understand their needs and pain points.
  • Gather and incorporate customer feedback into the product development process to ensure that the product delivers real value.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (MBA is a plus).
• 3+ years of experience in product management, preferably in [Industry].
• Strong understanding of agile methodologies and experience working in an agile environment.
• Proven experience in backlog management and ensuring backlog readiness.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Experience with product management tools such as Jira, Trello, or similar platforms.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.
• The chance to work on exciting and impactful products that make a difference in [Industry/Market].

About IQVIA HDRP: The IQVIA Health Data Research Platform (HDRP) is a comprehensive, patient-centric research platform designed to advance healthcare research and improve patient outcomes. The HDRP team is dedicated to developing innovative solutions that empower patients, clinicians and researchers alike.

If you are a motivated and experienced Product Manager with a passion for delivering high-quality products and ensuring backlog readiness, we would love to hear from you!

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com