Product Manager- Supplemental Health & Life and Disability & Absence

External•Little Rock, AR

1d•Remote

About The Position

USAble Life is seeking two Product Managers to join their team. One Product Manager will focus on Supplemental Health & Life, and the other on Disability & Absence. This role is responsible for ensuring assigned products remain competitive in the marketplace by identifying issues and competitive gaps, and developing product solutions. The Product Manager will serve as a subject matter expert and point of contact for assigned products and contract information. The company emphasizes making a meaningful difference, fostering a diverse and inclusive culture, and supporting community involvement. They have been recognized as a "Best Places to Work" in multiple states and offer opportunities for personal and professional development, career advancement, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of insurance product lifecycle management and the assigned product domain.
Familiarity with industry terminology and regulatory standards (e.g., insurance regulations) is essential.
Ability to analyze market data and competitive intelligence to drive product decisions.
A holistic approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
Builds strong partnerships with wide range of teams (Actuary, Marketing, Sales, Operations, IT, etc.) to align priorities and drive shared outcomes.
Clearly communicates concepts to diverse audiences through polished, well-organized presentations and materials.
Experience in developing and executing product marketing and support materials (such as managing website content and creating collateral) to support product launches and ongoing product management.
Self-starter with strong project management skills.
Capable of managing multiple complex tasks and coordinating competing priorities independently, with minimal supervision.
Bachelor's Degree or commensurate experience
3-5 years’ experience in product management or product development within assigned product line fields or 5-7 years’ leadership experience in assigned product line or group benefits insurance
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

Nice To Haves

Experience in project management and implementation

Responsibilities

Serve as the SME and point of contact for assigned products and contract information across all markets, supporting thorough organizational knowledge of each product line.
Research current market trends and competitor offerings to identify gaps in product offerings and maintain a competitive product portfolio. Use findings to recommend product enhancements or new product development.
Maintain awareness of federal and state guidelines, and participate in trade association forums, to ensure all products meet regulatory requirements and compliance standards. Coordinate with Legal/Compliance to update products as needed.
Continually monitor and maintain the competitiveness of assigned products by identifying issues, barriers, or emerging concerns and recommending appropriate courses of action. Ensure solutions meet business needs and support overall corporate strategy.
Collaborate with SLDA Product leadership, Underwriting, Actuarial and Finance teams to monitor product’s financial performance and determine if changes are needed to ensure products remain profitable and competitive.
Maintain up-to-date product information (Product Reference Guides, Product Availability, product training materials). Ensure internal and external partners are kept current with the latest product information.
Independently lead product enhancement initiatives from opportunity assessment through implementation, including problem definition, solution design, and prioritization of enhancements aligned with customer needs and corporate strategy.
Oversee, coordinate and draft updates to policy language, contracts, plan documents, and benefit summaries for assigned products. Coordinate approvals from Legal/Compliance and other authorities prior to implementing changes to product documents or customer-facing materials.
Define and document business requirements, product specifications, and policy form changes needed to support approved product enhancements; serve as the primary owner of enhancement requirements through implementation.
Coordinate cross-functional execution of product enhancements, including implementation readiness, internal product documentation, and training support, with appropriate leadership oversight.
Coordinate the introduction of new products or product changes to market, collaborating with Sales, Marketing, Actuary, and Operations to ensure successful go-to-market execution.
Provide sales training and develop communication plans for product launches as needed.
Work closely with cross-functional workgroups to discuss and plan ongoing product enhancements and projects that may impact assigned products, ensuring alignment across departments.
Work with Marketing and others as appropriate to create product collateral and marketing materials for product launches, enrollment campaigns, and client communications.
Provide product-specific information and training for internal teams and partners (e.g., product reference guides, product training, bulletins, FAQs).
Improve processes and develop procedural enhancements to meet customer needs and departmental goals.
Facilitate projects when necessary to ensure product initiatives achieve desired outcomes and support strategic direction.