Sr Digital Product Owner

Caterpillar Inc.•Mossville, IL

1d•$112,710 - $183,140•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Digital Product Owner works to maximize the value of the product and defines the work for Development Teams in Power & Energy. The Product Owner collaborates with CAT Dealers, internal business partners, and suppliers to deliver world class services. This product owner role also manages the Gas Engine Rating Pro (GERP), Dynamic Gas Blending (DGB), Equipment Cost Estimator (ECE), and several other digital products.

Requirements

Four year Bachelor’s degree preferably in computer science, information systems, marketing, communications, engineering or related field.
2+ years’ experience as a product manager.
4+ years of experience leading a team while simultaneously managing multiple projects.
Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
Knowledge of market research, segmentation, and channels; ability to use business models to develop and implement marketing strategies, objectives, and tactics as well as establishing a communications plan.
Knowledge of and experience with the business aspects and operation of a software product; ability to manage install base, current uses, future plans, and product vision.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated ability to communicate appropriately to ensure a team’s success.
Domain expert in business applications, particularly Dealer services.
Strong accountability planning/organization, and teamwork.
Highly developed interpersonal skills to deal with sensitive, emotional or potentially controversial situations.

Responsibilities

Create and manage the Product Roadmap and Backlog and to ensure everyone knows the priorities of the Product.
Maximize the value of the product and the work of the Development Team.
Act as Product Owner for larger, more complex projects with high value to the organization.
Create, maintain and prioritize the Product Backlog according to business value for the life of the project.
Communicate Product Backlog priorities to the development team.
Act as the key decision-maker regarding what features the product will have.
Responsible for product vision and conveying that vision to the team.
Work closely with key stakeholders throughout the organization.
Represent the dealers, interfacing and engaging with the dealers to gather product feedback.
Perform other job duties as assigned by Caterpillar management from time to time.