Product Manager II at Zinnia

Bridgewater, New Jersey, United States

Zinnia Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Insurance, FinTech, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s/Master’s degree with 5+ years’ experience in Product Management or Business Analysis
  • Strong technical understanding of Product Development Lifecycle, APIs, SQL, and systems integration
  • Experience in Business Process Modelling using decision tables/trees, workflows, and data flows
  • Excellent client management skills: ability to build and sustain long-term relationships and act as a trusted advisor
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills: able to navigate diverse teams, resolve conflicts, and foster collaboration
  • Analytical and organized, with excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Self-starter, flexible, and motivated, with a willingness to grow industry knowledge
  • Preferred: Experience in BFSI sector (Annuities, Mutual Funds, Financial Services, or Life Insurance)

Responsibilities

  • Drive execution of the full product lifecycle: research, analysis, planning, roadmap development, requirements gathering, and launch
  • Conduct market and consumer research, evaluate trends, and assess build vs. buy opportunities to deliver maximum ROI
  • Understand existing systems and identify product gaps, generating innovative solutions that improve customer experience and drive growth
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, design, QA, business stakeholders) to ensure delivery of high-quality solutions
  • Manage API integrations and ensure seamless platform interoperability
  • Engage in client interactions, gathering feedback, managing expectations, and ensuring alignment with business needs
  • Lead incident investigations, document business impact, and drive long-term preventative measures
  • Partner with stakeholders to define delivery timelines, monitor product performance, and ensure successful commercialization of features

Skills

Product Management
Market Research
Roadmap Development
Requirements Gathering
API Integrations
Cross-functional Collaboration
Client Relationship Management
Analytical Skills
Technical Fluency
Incident Management

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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