Product Owner, Pricing Systems & Solutions (remote) at US Foods

Rosemont, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Foodservice, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

5+ years demonstrated experience in Product Ownership / Product Management, Business Consulting, IT Business Analysis, or another related field
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, Information Systems, OR equivalent work experience
Comprehensive understanding of end-to-end Pricing systems
Extensive experience with market pricing solutions
Adept at transitioning to new pricing technologies
Ability to provide expert guidance and support to team members and business partners
Strategic thinker with ability to respond quickly to changing business needs & priorities
Proven track record of efficiently delivering quality releases on time
Ability to rapidly earn trust with stakeholders and team members
Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain relationships with business and technology stakeholders to drive Product strategy and prioritization decisions
Serve as a liaison between the business and development, acting as the voice of the customer and communicating requirements and needs to the Product team
Deliver on-time, on-budget, on-quality, on-fit service(s) or Product(s)
Own, maintain, and continuously groom the Team Backlog
Facilitate delivery of features along with the Scrum Master by refining and improving processes that lead to more efficient development cycles
Work within an Agile framework to develop and execute against a Product roadmap
Develop user stories with detailed requirements and acceptance criteria that address end-user needs
Participate in recurring Agile ceremonies including Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Sprint Demos, etc
Establish and maintain metrics that track value of delivered Features and team output
Ensure there is value generated back to the enterprise through diligence in prioritization and delivery
Manage upgrades and ensure Product or Product elements are up to date in order to avoid technical debt
Maintain an innovating and future-proofing agenda for given Product(s)
Maintain primary responsibility for Product team operations, including financial management and resourcing (varies by team)
Anticipate, mitigate and chaperone escalations
Other duties as assigned by manager
Lead Product team in delivering against sprint goals (no formal people management)

Skills

Product Ownership

Pricing Systems

Market Pricing Solutions

Stakeholder Management

Product Strategy

Prioritization

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Agile Methodologies

US Foods

Food distribution for restaurants and healthcare

About US Foods

US Foods is a leading food distributor in America, providing a wide range of food products and services to restaurants, healthcare facilities, and other food service operators. The company offers over 350,000 products, including fresh produce and culinary equipment, and operates by purchasing food in bulk and selling it to clients while also offering services like culinary expertise and business consulting. With a strong logistics network that ensures timely deliveries, US Foods also supports clients with solutions like the "Make It Now" platform during challenging times. Additionally, the company is committed to social responsibility, having donated over $32 million in food and supplies for hunger relief during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Rosemont, IllinoisHeadquarters

1853Year Founded

$340.5KTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Food & Agriculture, ConsultingIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Short-term and Long-term Disability

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Life Insurance

Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Potential E. coli contamination from Taylor Farms onions could harm US Foods' reputation.

$500 million senior notes issuance increases financial risk if debt obligations aren't met.

Expansion in Buda involves significant capital investment, risking financial strain.

Differentiation

US Foods offers over 350,000 diverse products to meet varied customer needs.

The 'Make It Now' platform aids clients in recovery and reopening efforts.

US Foods provides value-added services like culinary expertise and business consulting.

Upsides

Expansion in Buda, Texas, will create 165 new jobs by December 2026.

Flexible scheduling and seven-day delivery model enhance customer service.

Advancements in cold chain logistics improve perishable food distribution efficiency.

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