Director of Product Management, New Markets

Inspiren•New York, NY

137d•$230,000 - $280,000•Remote

About The Position

Inspiren is seeking a product leader to define and drive the strategy for entering and succeeding in the independent living market and its adjacent future markets. This role requires a blend of strategic thinking and hands-on execution, with accountability for both. The product leader will own the strategy and roadmap, conduct customer discovery, lead execution from concept to launch, and manage a product team. Over time, this role will also partner with the Head of Product to explore new market opportunities and segments for Inspiren. The position emphasizes clear communication and alignment across various organizational functions.

Requirements

7+ years of product management experience, with a proven track record of owning products from concept through launch.
Demonstrated ability to operate at both strategic and execution levels, building strategic direction and driving it through cross-functional teams.
Strong discovery instincts with the ability to conduct customer research independently.
Experience with hardware-enabled or sensor-based products, or comparable complex multi-surface products in real-world environments.
Demonstrated, systematic use of AI that has meaningfully changed work processes, including reusable workflows that have improved speed and quality of output.
A track record of making decisions with visible consequences, impacting customer outcomes, revenue, retention, or operational metrics.
Clear, direct communication skills capable of aligning technical and non-technical stakeholders without overcomplication.

Nice To Haves

Experience in senior living, health tech, or other regulated or safety-critical environments.
Experience building or extending hardware-enabled AI or computer vision products that rely on real-time device data.
Experience in startup or growth-stage environments.
Experience managing other product managers.

Responsibilities

Define the direction for independent living, owning the strategy and roadmap for how Inspiren approaches the IL market, including which problems to solve, for whom, and in what order.
Build the case for strategic bets and ensure the team understands the rationale behind them.
Lead discovery and validation by directly engaging with operators and residents, and utilizing AI for rapid prototyping and experimentation.
Make informed decisions about when a product is ready for development.
Own the execution and launch of validated ideas, working closely with Engineering, Design, Commercial, and Clinical Success teams.
Monitor post-launch performance and adapt strategies based on real-world signals.
Partner with the Head of Product to evaluate future opportunities, including new markets, segments, and use cases.
Communicate effectively across the organization to keep stakeholders aligned, clearly articulating project status, risks, and required decisions.
Manage and grow the product team, providing clear expectations, coaching, and feedback to product managers.