Manager of IT Product Management

WPS Health Solutions New • Madison, WI

8d • $140,000 - $165,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Role Snapshot Our Manager, IT Product Management , provides leadership and direction for a portfolio of IT products and platforms. This Manager leads a team of product and development resources responsible for defining, delivering, and optimizing IT products and solutions that support business objectives. They serve as a bridge between business stakeholders, technology teams, and end users to ensure that IT products deliver maximum value, align with enterprise strategy, and are delivered on time and within budget. The Manager provides leadership in product vision, road mapping, backlog management, and stakeholder engagement, while also driving agile product management practices.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required for this position due to Department of Defense restrictions.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field required.
• SAFe® Product Owner/Product Manager (POPM), PSPO (Scrum.org), Certified Product Manager (CPM), or Certified Scrum Product Manager (CSPO).
• 7 or more years of experience in IT product management or related roles.
• 3 or more years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Proven track record leading large-scale, enterprise IT products or portfolios, with a strong understanding of product management principles, agile frameworks, and end-to-end IT solution delivery across the software development lifecycle.
• Demonstrated success leading product teams in an agile or hybrid delivery environment.
• Proficient in Agile/Scrum methodologies, backlog management tools (Jira, Azure DevOps), and iterative delivery practices including sprint cycles and PI Planning.
• Strategic thinker with ability to translate division/business unit goals into actionable product strategies, while effectively balancing long-term vision with tactical execution.
• Strong leadership, influence, and change management skills, with the ability to coach and mentor across diverse teams and complex organizations.
• Strong financial and business acumen, including experience managing product budgets, evaluating trade-offs, and supporting data-driven decision-making.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills with ability to align priorities and secure commitments across diverse teams and leadership levels.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Experience with enterprise IT platforms (ERP, CRM, cloud, or healthcare systems).
• Experience with WPS Systems tools as well as business line knowledge.
• High speed cable or fiber internet
• Minimum of 10 Mbps downstream and at least 1 Mbps upstream internet connection (can be checked at https://speedtest.net )

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain the technology product vision, strategy, and roadmap to align with business goals and customer needs.
• Conduct competitive analysis and assess emerging technologies to inform future enhancements and maintain relevance.
• Take a leadership role in prioritizing and managing the product backlog to deliver high-value features using Agile principles.
• Gather, validate, and refine business requirements through stakeholder engagement, market research, and data analysis.
• Own the delivery of product releases by setting clear goals and ensuring timely, compliant deployment.
• Act as the primary liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams to ensure alignment and shared understanding.
• Monitor product performance against KPIs, customer satisfaction, and business outcomes and recommend adjustments as needed.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, data privacy, and security requirements in all product decisions.
• Manage product budgets and resource allocation to meet financial targets and maximize ROI.
• Develop and present product updates and strategic recommendations to executive leadership for decision-making.
• Lead and mentor cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Support career development, performance feedback, and role clarity across product and delivery teams.

Benefits

• Remote and hybrid work options available
• Performance bonus and/or merit increase opportunities
• 401(k) with a 100% match for the first 3% of your salary and a 50% match for the next 2% of your salary ( 100% vested immediately )
• Competitive paid time off
• Health insurance, dental insurance, and telehealth services start DAY 1
• Professional and Leadership Development Programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager