SiaXperience Product Strategy Associate Manager - Sia Partners

Sia Partners is a next-generation management consulting firm. We offer a unique blend of AI and design capabilities, augmenting traditional consulting to deliver superior value to our clients. Counting 3,000 consultants in 19 countries, we expect to achieve USD 420 million in turnover for the current fiscal year. With a global footprint and expertise in more than 30 sectors and services, we optimize client projects worldwide. Through our Consulting for Good approach, we strive for next-level impact by developing innovative CSR solutions for our clients, making sustainability a lever for profitable transformation.

SiaXperience is the experience design agency of Sia Partners. We are creators and innovators who shape unique experiences. We have over 300 employees dedicated to creative and design activities, spread over 10 design centers worldwide, who join forces under a single brand, SiaXperience, a new leader in creative and design consulting services. To see the types of project we support, check out our website www.siaxperience.com

Why Join The Sia Village?

Excellence | Entrepreneurship | Innovation | Teamwork | Care & Support | Employee Wellbeing

These are the six core values that guide all our actions. As an expression of our values, our Sia Village concept describes our commitment to fostering a sense of community within and among our offices. We believe that knowledge sharing is the key, not only to innovation, but to the growth and development of our people.

Your experience at Sia Partners will be enriched by a(n):  

• Entrepreneurial journey
• Career advocacy program that supports achieving professional development goals through guidance, and real-time feedback
• Continuous learning & development opportunities
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion programs with an ever-growing list of global affinity initiatives

We are looking for a skilled and strategic Product Strategy Associate Manager to join our team. In this role, you will work with a diverse range of clients to define and implement effective product strategies that drive business growth and competitive advantage. You will leverage your expertise to analyze market opportunities, develop strategic plans, and guide clients through the product development lifecycle. This role serves as a project north star, bringing business, technology and creative together to build best-in-class user experiences that advance our clients’ businesses. Must have business development, scoping, pricing, and presentation experience, as well as some practical experience in the digital product development lifecycle.  

Key Responsibilities: 

• Client Engagement 
  • Collaborate with clients to understand their business objectives, market challenges, and product goals 
  • Develop and present actionable product strategies that align with clients' overall business strategies and market conditions 
• Strategic Planning 
  • Conduct comprehensive market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and risks 
  • Create detailed product roadmaps and strategic plans, ensuring alignment with client needs and market dynamics 
• Product Lifecycle Management 
  • Provide guidance on all stages of the product lifecycle, from ideation to market launch and beyond 
  • Advise on product enhancements, portfolio optimization, and go-to-market strategies 
• Market Insights 
  • Analyze industry trends, customer insights, and competitive landscapes to inform strategic recommendations 
  • Deliver insights and recommendations to clients through reports, presentations, and workshops 
• Cross-Functional Collaboration 
  • Work closely with clients' internal teams, including Product Development, Marketing, and Sales, to support strategy implementation 
  • Facilitate workshops and strategy sessions to align teams and drive effective execution 
• Performance Metrics 
  • Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of product strategies 
  • Provide regular updates and progress reports to clients, adjusting strategies as needed based on performance and feedback 

Skills: 

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities 
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and engage clients effectively 
• Experience with market research, competitive analysis, and strategic planning 
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple client projects simultaneously 
• Proficiency in using strategic planning tools and frameworks 

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required 
  • Preferred coursework: UX, Product Management, and/or Design Thinking 
• Experience: 8+ years of experience in product management, strategy, or a related role, with a proven track record of driving successful product initiatives 

Compensation & Benefits 

Associate Manager Level - New York & California base compensation for this opportunity ranges between $137,000 and $142,000. Actual compensation within that range will be dependent upon the individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, and market location 

• Annual Discretionary Bonus
• Healthcare coverage that includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance policies
• Generous time off 
• Parental leave paid at 100% of base pay for all new parents regardless of gender 
• Building Healthy Families Program
• 9 Company Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday 
• 401(k) Plan - 4% matching on day 1
• College save-up plan & college loan repayment plan
• Monthly cell phone stipend 
• Commuter Benefits 
• Gym Reimbursement through firm medical plan

Our Commitment To Diversity

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) are part of Sia Partners’ DNA. Thanks to our expertise in several sectors and our international growth, our teams include a variety of experiences and cultures. We’re confident that promoting DEIB creates an environment in which everyone can reach their full potential.

Our global network, DEIB@Sia Partners, brings together our people worldwide to facilitate local and global progress, focused on the following areas:

• Gender equality (global Gender Equality Index score of 93/100 for 2023)
• LGBTQ+
• Race & Ethnicity
• Working Parents
• Disabilities

Hybrid Workplace Guidelines

Sia Partners maintains its hybrid workplace arrangements and provides a flexible workplace environment that is driven by client and business/market needs. At this time, in-person requirements are issued by departments (Business Unit/Business Line) and vary by office location. Consultants are expected to have the ability to be flexible with work location depending on business needs and live within a reasonable distance to the office.

Work Authorization & Sponsorship 

At this time, Sia Partners does not intend to pursue employment with applicants who will require now or in the future visa by our company for work authorization in the United States (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa, or any other non-immigrant status). 

Sia Partners is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs.