General Manager, Product Platform at Korn Ferry

Korn Ferry is a global organizational consulting firm. We help clients synchronize strategy and talent to drive superior performance. Korn Ferry works with organizations to design their structures, roles, and responsibilities. We help them hire the right people to bring their strategy to life. And we advise them on how to reward, develop, and motivate their people. Our 10,000 colleagues serve clients in more than 50 countries.

Korn Ferry Digital is a scaled product business unit within Korn Ferry that develops and sells our suite of talent products and HR technology, supporting clients across six solution areas:

• Organizational Strategy
• Assessment and Succession
• Talent Acquisition
• Leadership and Professional Development
• Sales and Service
• Total Rewards

Our comprehensive talent suite leverages a combination of proprietary talent IP, talent data, analytics and insights to help customers understand their workforce and existing talent gaps, and deliver targeted talent interventions at scale using HR technology.

OPPORTUNITY TO ENHANCE YOUR CAREER - It’s about exceeding your potential.

The General Manager of Product Management role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams including our consulting, engineering, product marketing, sales, and delivery teams to ensure alignment with the company’s goals and objectives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Define and articulate the product vision and strategy aligned with the company’s overall business objectives.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify market trends, customer needs, and opportunities for innovation.
• Develop and maintain an external product roadmap that outlines the future direction and features of the product portfolio.
• Leadership and Team Management:
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing product management team.
  • Foster a collaborative and innovative team culture.
  • Set clear goals and performance expectations for the team.
• Product Lifecycle Management:
  • Oversee the entire product lifecycle from ideation to launch and post-launch analysis.
  • Ensure timely delivery of products through effective project management and coordination with engineering teams.
  • Monitor and analyze product performance metrics and make data-driven decisions to optimize product features and performance.
• Stakeholder Collaboration:
  • Collaborate with consulting, Korn Ferry Institute, engineering, design, marketing, sales, and delivery teams to ensure cohesive product development and launch strategies.
  • Communicate product strategy, progress, and key decisions to stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
  • Gather feedback from customers, consultants, sales teams, and other stakeholders to continuously improve products.
• Financial and Business Acumen:
  • Manage the product budget, including forecasting, allocation, and tracking of resources.
  • Develop pricing strategies and business models to maximize profitability and market penetration.
  • Evaluate and manage product risks and opportunities to ensure business objectives are met.
• Innovation and Continuous Improvement:
  • Drive innovation by staying updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices.
  • Continuously look to improve the processes and tools the product management teams engage with to increase product management efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Encourage a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the product management team.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

• 10+ years of experience in product management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of successfully managing and launching products in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in product management tools and methodologies.
• Strong financial and business acumen.
• Experience with Agile or Scrum methodologies.
• Knowledge of the industry and market trends relevant to the company’s products.
• Ability to influence and drive change across the organization.
• Strong customer focus and a passion for creating value through innovative products.

EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree in business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.

Korn Ferry is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.