Manager, Product Management
Overview
smart, modern commerce solutions that help enterprise brands move faster and stay ahead.By bringing together AI, data, and composable systems, we create experiences designed for collaboration between people and intelligent agents— helping our clients work more efficiently, adapt quickly, and gain a long-term competitive edge.With more composable launches than any firm in the Americas and deep expertise across commerce architecture, we partner with leading technology providers to deliver scalable solutions that evolve with our clients and accelerate time to value.We blend systems thinking, data-driven design, and intelligent delivery, embedding AI and agents into our own teams to move faster, reduce friction, and co-create with greater precision. The result: adaptive, cross-channel experiences that keep our clients ahead of what’s next.
Role Type: Contract – Maternity Leave BackfillContract Duration: Approx. 12 months We’re seeking an experienced Manager, Product Management to provide leadership and continuity for our Product Management team during a maternity leave period. This role focuses on day-to-day people leadership, delivery excellence, and hands-on contribution to client engagements, ensuring stability and consistent execution across active programs.Reporting to the Senior Director of Strategic Delivery, you’ll support a team of Product Managers, partner closely with Delivery, Design, and Technology leaders, and step into key client engagements as needed.
This role is designed to maintain momentum and quality rather than drive major practice transformation.ResponsibilitiesTeam Leadership & People ManagementProvide day-to-day leadership, coaching, and support to Product Managers across active engagements.Conduct regular check-ins, provide ongoing feedback, and support performance management in alignment with existing frameworks.Help team members prioritize work, navigate trade-offs, and manage stakeholder expectations.Support effective use of bench time for skill development and internal initiatives.Partner with the Senior Director of Strategic Delivery and our People teams on any people-related escalations during the contract period.Delivery Excellence & Cross-Functional LeadershipEnsure Product Management delivery aligns with established Orium practices, tools, and ways of working.Collaborate closely with Delivery, Design, Technology, Analytics, and Account teams to support high-quality outcomes.Act as an escalation point for PM-related delivery risks, scope challenges, or client concerns; step in directly when required.Promote proactive scope management, clear requirements, and strong stakeholder communication to protect project margins and delivery timelines.Hands-On Product & Project Leadership (Billable)Carry a billability target of approximately 60–70% (TBC), primarily through direct contribution to client engagements.Support client work during critical phases