Director, Product Management at Zinnia

Bridgewater, New Jersey, United States

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Requirements

15+ years of experience as a Product Manager, including analyzing and leading software/product design, development, and deployment
Bachelor’s or equivalent in technology or related field
Experience on product platforms that focus on agent distribution, commission, and management systems
Demonstrable success in delivering market winning products
Experience in delivering Cloud Native, Modern Tech Stacks and Customer/Sales Channel facing products
Expert level experience in delivery methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) and the use of relevant tools
Ability to foster teamwork, build collaborative teams, and develop and mentor others
Ability to influence, lead, and work as part of a cross-functional, global team
Expert level communication, interpersonal, critical thinking and troubleshooting skills
Excellent work ethic. Ability to work independently
Advanced strategic thinking skills
Must be able to travel on need basis, to meet clients/attend events
Experience in Life & Annuity Industry is preferred

Responsibilities

Own the product definition and roadmap for one or more product portfolios
Create and own the Product Strategy Document with input from Sales/Marketing/Engineering
Oversee and drive the execution of all product lifecycle processes for products, including product research, market research, competitive analysis, planning, positioning, roadmap development, requirements development, and product launch
Approve product delivery and deployment dates for new product releases, feature and maintenance releases and regular corrective service or service pack releases
Lead a team of product managers, product architects, UX/UI SMEs
Lead competitive and market intelligence analysis to create a winning product in the market
Support Marketing team in content creation and market positioning including participating in industry events for brand awareness and market analysis
Support Sales team in pre-sales initiatives to help close the sales
Primarily responsible for strategic planning, direction, and goal setting for the department or function in alignment with organizational objectives
Establishes departmental policies, practices, and procedures that have a significant impact on the organization's long-term success
Collaborate with the customer success team to deliver a customer specific solution, including customer specific features, prioritizing roadmap and incorporating learnings from ongoing support
Continuously evaluate market for innovation/tech firms for expanding the ecosystem and/or capability

Skills

Zinnia

Insurance technology for life products

About Zinnia

Zinnia focuses on improving the life and annuity insurance market by providing a platform that simplifies the creation, management, and servicing of insurance products. The platform uses technology and data analytics to help insurance companies launch products faster and manage them more effectively. This results in a better buying experience for consumers and increased operational efficiency for insurers and financial advisors. Zinnia's platform is user-friendly, allowing consumers to easily understand and purchase life and annuity products. The company aims to enhance the relationship between customers and insurers, ensuring better protection and improved wellbeing for consumers. Unlike its competitors, Zinnia emphasizes real-time data sharing and actionable insights, which help all parties make informed decisions.

Topeka, KansasHeadquarters

2005Year Founded

$1.7MTotal Funding

SEEDCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, FintechIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Parental Leave

Profit Sharing

401(k) Company Match

Incentive Bonus Opportunity

Tuition Reimbursement

Risks

Integration challenges with Ebix's assets could disrupt operations if not managed well.

Ebix's bankruptcy proceedings may affect the terms of the asset acquisition.

Rapid expansion and onboarding of 770 new team members could strain resources.

Differentiation

Zinnia offers a comprehensive platform for life and annuity insurance products.

The company leverages advanced technology and data analytics for efficient product management.

Zinnia's recent acquisition of Ebix's assets enhances its CRM and agency management tools.

Upsides

Zinnia secured $300 million in funding from Vista Credit Partners.

The acquisition of Ebix's assets expands Zinnia's market share and service offerings.

Growing demand for personalized insurance solutions benefits Zinnia's tailored product approach.

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