Build the platform that powers global trade
The opportunity:
Only Flexport connects all the parties in global trade – importers, exporters, trucking companies, ocean carriers, airlines, customs agencies, port terminals – through a single, secure cloud-based platform. We are building a robust platform to deliver flexible, reliable, and scalable solutions that connect consignees, shippers, freight forwarders, ports, carriers, and customs brokers to a single source of truth for global trade. And we are constructing a digital view of trade networks, port information, carrier capacities, schedules and shipment activity.
Our Tech Team is looking for a seasoned Product Management leader to define a vision and strategy for our Marketplace and Finance teams and lead the reshaping of an entire industry by building the scalable system for global trade. The successful candidate is one who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You seek to dive deep into details on business, operations, and product. You are a technical and detail-oriented leader who can build and grow organizations and other leaders. You act as a leader who can prioritize well, communicate clearly, and have a consistent track record of delivery. You are a positive influencer across diverse teams, able to effectively rally support for your initiatives, and be able to help deeply technical teams create simple solutions to meet your program goals. You have strong judgment. Our leaders have a lot of ownership and autonomy so they need to be right a lot.
You will:
Develop a customer-first product vision, strategy and roadmap for our Pricing and Service Offering teams for both Ocean and Air modes
Become a domain expert, deeply understanding Flexport’s systems and the trade landscape to solve real problems with technology
Manage the business metrics for Flexport freight offerings, developing our pricing technology and scaling its competitive advantages to serve different customer types
Partner with business operations to ensure strong collaboration, security, and scalability
Recruit, develop and motivate a diverse set of Product Managers creating a world class product group
Build a strong product culture within your group
Leverage data to develop meaningful business objectives and metrics to measure your team’s progress
Inspire and lead cross functional teams of Product Managers, Designers, Data Analysts, Engineers and domain experts to implement, rollout and measure meaningful platform features
Continuously improve Flexport’s product processes
You should have:
5+ years experience managing teams of Product Managers and large cross functional product groups
10+ years experience as a Product Manager, in a mix of large, complex orgs and in startup environments and being self-directed.
Experience leading product teams for operationally complex pricing, revenue management and marketplace businesses.
Strong ability to manage a complex set of stakeholders
Crystal clear communication and presentation skills, with a bias toward over-communication and inclusivity
Demonstrated focus on managing and prioritizing business metrics, not just feature releases.
Experience crafting long-term vision and quarterly roadmaps from market insights and customer research
Ability to manage a highly complex set of products in a complex domain
Credibility to align multiple product teams and business teams on long running company wide initiatives
Business acumen with curiosity to learn and become an expert on a complex product
Proven experience transforming independent products into a cohesive platform
Deep understanding of the software development lifecycle
Experience scaling in hyper growth mode
Bonus: You have worked in logistics or a SaaS Mid-Market / Enterprise Product
About Flexport:
At Flexport, we believe global trade can move the human race forward. That’s why it’s our mission to make it easy and accessible for everyone. We’re shaping the future of a $8.6T industry with solutions powered by innovative technology and exceptional people. Today, companies of all sizes—from emerging brands to Fortune 500s—use Flexport technology to move more than $19B of merchandise across 112 countries a year.
The recent global supply chain crisis has put Flexport center stage as we continue to play a pivotal role in how goods move around the world. At a valuation of $8 billion, we’re experiencing record growth and are proud to have the support of the best investors in the game who believe in our mission, solutions and people. Ready to tackle global challenges that impact business, society, and the environment? Come join us.
Worried about not having any logistics experience?
Don’t be! Our mission is to make global trade easy for everyone . That’s why it’s important to bring people from diverse backgrounds and experiences together with our industry veterans to help move the global logistics industry forward.
We know this industry is complex. That’s why we invest in education starting day one with Flexport Academy, a one week intensive onboarding program designed specifically to set every new Flexport employee up for success.
At Flexport, our ability to fulfill our mission of making global trade easy for everyone relies on having a diverse, dedicated and engaged workforce. That is why Flexport is committed to creating and nurturing an environment where anyone can be their authentic self. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, health status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range displayed, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and / or training.
The US base salary range for this full-time position: (exclusive of bonus, equity and benefits.) $228,510 — $253,900 USD
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