About SugarCRM
From the very beginning, SugarCRM had a unique vision: to offer a different kind of Customer Relationship Management (CRM). We pioneered the first commercial open-source CRM platform, and now, more than two decades later, are on a mission to provide products and services that make the hard things easier for sales, marketing and customer service teams. In fact, we help mid-market businesses around the globe reach new levels of performance and predictability by letting our award-winning CRM platform do the work.
Our diverse group of worldwide employees are united and driven by a shared passion for our mission, culture, and values. We treat our employees like humans not line items and are building a culture where your work at Sugar helps fuel personal, professional and business growth – check out our recent ‘Great Place to Work’ certification that we are so proud of. Work/life fit and flexibility for our team matters and together we pride ourselves on solving for our customers, always.
If you're ready to grow your career and help organizations grow better and faster, you've come to the right place. Find out more about our SugarCRM careers and how you can become a part of our journey.
SugarCRM is looking for an innovative, strategic, and collaborative Director of Product Management to drive growth in our Salesforce Automation and Customer Relationship Management suite. This role reports to our VP of Product Management and manages a team of Product Managers focused on Sugar Sell and the CRM suite. You will engage with internal stakeholders across Engineering, Product Marketing, Sales, Customer Success, and Services functions as well as directly with SugarCRM customers and partners to define and lead execution of our SFA and CRM product strategy and roadmap.
Responsibilities:Aligning product investments with company growth and retention targets to drive customer value and company success via differentiated capabilities serving mid-market B2B sales and service organizationsManaging and developing a team of product managers into a high-performing group implementing best-in-class product practicesDeveloping and championing a deep understanding of our customers’ needs through customer interactions, market research, user feedback, analyst input, and competitive analysisDefining and prioritizing the SFA and CRM product strategy and roadmapPartnering with UX, Engineering, and Knowledge Management to drive roadmap execution, product definition, and product deliveryEstablishing consistent, sustainable customer, partner, and stakeholder input points to steer product direction, feature design, and prioritizationDeveloping and monitoring product KPIs and metrics which influence future product plansAlongside other product leaders, continually improving product processes, with particular focus on product discovery, definition, validation, and outcome-driven developmentPreparing and presenting company-wide and customer-facing product updates and product evangelism on a regular basisSupporting go-to-market teams and processes to maximize the customer benefit and revenue impact of product development effortsQualifications:7+ years of experience in product management, with 3+ years as a product leader managing other Product ManagersPrior experience in mid-market B2B softwareDeep understanding of CRM including buyer needs, innovation trends, and competitive landscapeWell-rounded business, design, and tech acumen facilitating impactful discussions with customers, sales, analysts, designers, and engineersStrong product management skills, including product discovery, roadmap, prioritization, negotiation, consensus building, and evangelizingDemonstrated product ownership background, including product definition, backlog management, writing user stories, leading grooming, and facilitating developmentInspiring presentation style and storytellingCompelling written and verbal communication skills enabling effective communication with individuals, managers, and executivesProven experience using data to drive decision makingSolid attention to detail and pride of ownershipBachelor’s degree or equivalent job experienceLocation: This role is fully remote within the U.S. only, offering flexibility to work from home, on the road, or anywhere in between.
We understand that no candidate is perfectly qualified for any job. Experience comes in different forms; many skills are transferable; and passion goes a long way. Even more important than your resume is a clear demonstration of dedication, impact, and the ability to thrive in a fluid and collaborative environment. We want you to learn new things in this role, and we encourage you to apply if your experience is close to what we’re looking for. We also know that diversity of background and thought makes for better problem solving and more creative thinking, which is why we're dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team.
Benefits and Perks:
Beyond a stellar work environment, friendly people, and inspiring work, we have some sweet benefits and perks:
· Excellent healthcare package for you and your family
· Savings and Investment – 401(k) match
· Unlimited Paid Time Off
· Paid Parental Leave
· Online Legal Services (Rocket Lawyer)
· Financial Planning Services (Origin)
· Discounted Pet Insurance (Embrace Pet Insurance)
· Corporate Benefit Program (Working Advantage). This benefit offers you exclusive travel and entertainment offers and special discounts that are not available to the general public
· Health and Wellness Reimbursement Program
· Travel Discounts
· Educational Resources - Career & Personal Development Program
· Employee Referral Bonus Program
· We are a merit-based company - many opportunities to learn, excel and grow your career!
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