Digital Experience Product Manager at Tovala

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Tovala Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Food TechIndustries

Requirements

  • 7+ years of experience in a mix of technical and product management roles, ideally owning a digital product or app experience end-to-end from discovery through delivery
  • Started out as an engineer (or similarly technical role), ideally spent time as a tech lead or engineering manager
  • Strong technical acumen with passion for understanding customer problems and finding delightful, practical solutions
  • Excellent communicator able to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical partners and translate complex ideas into clear product stories and priorities
  • Proven cross-functional collaborator who thrives working with designers, engineers, and stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the voice of the customer for mobile app and web experiences, ensuring interactions make eating well at home easy
  • Work with UX designers, engineers, cross-functional partners, and company leadership to define and deliver high-quality digital experiences across mobile and web
  • Drive product discovery and partner with design and engineering to build low-cost prototypes proving customer value and business impact
  • Collaborate with tech leads to turn customer insights and business goals into clear, actionable product plans
  • Measure project success by setting clear success criteria upfront and tracking relevant metrics
  • Partner closely with engineering to make smart technical trade-offs, prioritize work, and improve discovery and delivery processes
  • Continuously refine and improve digital user experiences based on feedback, performance data, and emerging best practices

Skills

Product Management
UX Design
Prototyping
Mobile App
Web Platforms
Customer Research
A/B Testing
Agile

Tovala

Smart oven with meal delivery service

About Tovala

Tovala combines hardware, software, and food to simplify home cooking with its Tovala Smart Oven and meal delivery service. The Smart Oven is a countertop appliance that cooks meals automatically when customers scan a QR code on Tovala-prepared meals. This system is designed for busy individuals and families who want healthy, home-cooked meals without spending much time cooking. Tovala targets health-conscious consumers and operates in the meal kit and smart kitchen appliance markets. Its business model includes selling the Smart Oven and offering a subscription service for meal deliveries, ensuring a seamless cooking experience. Revenue comes from oven sales and subscription fees, and the company has experienced rapid growth since its start in 2015, building a loyal customer base. Tovala also focuses on creating a positive work culture, valuing employee well-being and fostering a supportive environment.

Chicago, IllinoisHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$69.6MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Food & Agriculture, Hardware, Consumer GoodsIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Company Equity
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays

Risks

Increased competition from smart kitchen appliance companies like June Oven and Brava.
Potential supply chain issues due to semiconductor shortages affecting smart oven production.
Rising costs of ingredients and logistics could impact meal delivery pricing and profitability.

Differentiation

Tovala combines a smart oven with a meal delivery service for convenience.
The Tovala Smart Oven automates cooking through QR code scanning for effortless meals.
Tovala targets health-conscious consumers with chef-crafted, nutritious meals and smart technology.

Upsides

Partnership with Jesse Tyler Ferguson enhances brand visibility and broadens audience reach.
Launch of affordable Smart Oven Air Fryer attracts cost-conscious consumers, expanding customer base.
$30M Series C funding fuels growth and innovation in food technology sector.

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