VP, Instant Portfolio Success

Scientific Games•Alpharetta, GA

About The Position

Scientific Games is the global leader in lottery games, sports betting and technology, and the partner of choice for government lotteries. From cutting-edge backend systems to exciting entertainment experiences and trailblazing retail and digital solutions, we elevate play every day. We push game designs to the next level and are pioneers in data analytics and iLottery. Built on a foundation of trusted partnerships, Scientific Games combines relentless innovation, legendary performance, and unwavering security to responsibly propel the global lottery industry ever forward. This position fosters a high-performance culture centered on accountability, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. It leads end-to-end instant game development, ensuring seamless transition from concept through production. It provides leadership and strategic direction for the Account Services, Game Creation, Creative and Innovation teams in support of Americas Instant Products operations and portfolio objectives. It partners with cross-functional teams to advance technology integration, operational efficiencies, and process controls. It develops and executes enterprise-level instant product and portfolio strategies to achieve revenue growth, expand market share, and strengthen competitive positioning. It defines and champions the long-term vision for the instant product portfolio, aligning innovation initiatives with market trends, customer insights, and corporate objectives. It partners with the Analytics and Insights team to monitor industry trends and competitive dynamics to identify growth opportunities and sustain long-term strategic initiatives. It leverages market research and consumer insights to identify unmet customer needs and drive product innovation opportunities. It directs product advancement and innovation initiatives, prioritizing investments based on ROI, market demand, and strategic value. It leads the successful launch and lifecycle management of new instant products, ensuring effective market penetration and sustained portfolio performance. It drives execution of strategic initiatives and cross-functional programs supporting instant product growth and operational excellence. It oversees portfolio financial performance, including KPI tracking, forecasting, and executive reporting for key stakeholders. It partners with sales teams on monthly and quarterly instant forecasting, ensuring alignment, accuracy, and actionable business insights (risks & opportunities).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Operations, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
10+ years of progressive experience in product management, portfolio management, operations, or strategic leadership roles.
Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and driving collaboration across multiple business functions.
Demonstrated success developing and executing product portfolio strategies that drive revenue growth and market expansion.
Strong financial and analytical acumen, including forecasting, KPI management, and executive-level reporting.
Experience managing complex projects and product lifecycles from concept through launch and ongoing portfolio management.
Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
Proven ability to lead in a fast-paced, evolving environment while managing multiple priorities and strategic initiatives.
Experience leveraging market trends, customer insights, and competitive analysis to inform business strategy and product innovation.

Nice To Haves

Experience within the lottery, gaming, consumer products, or highly regulated industries.
Experience leading innovation, product advancement, or transformation initiatives.
Knowledge of instant product development, portfolio optimization, and go-to-market strategies.
Experience partnering with Sales, Operations, Analytics, and Creative teams to drive business performance and operational efficiencies.
Strong understanding of market research methodologies and consumer insight analysis.
Experience supporting technology integration and process improvement initiatives.
Demonstrated ability to foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end instant game development, ensuring seamless transition from concept through production.
Provide leadership and strategic direction for the Account Services, Game Creation, Creative and Innovation teams in support of Americas Instant Products operations and portfolio objectives.
Partner with cross functional teams to advance technology integration, operational efficiencies, and process controls.
Develop and execute enterprise-level instant product and portfolio strategies to achieve revenue growth, expand market share, and strengthen competitive positioning.
Define and champion the long-term vision for the instant product portfolio, aligning innovation initiatives with market trends, customer insights, and corporate objectives.
Partner with Analytics and Insights team to monitor industry trends and competitive dynamics to identify growth opportunities and sustain long-term strategic initiatives.
Leverage market research and consumer insights to identify unmet customer needs and drive product innovation opportunities.
Direct product advancement and innovation initiatives, prioritizing investments based on ROI, market demand, and strategic value.
Lead the successful launch and lifecycle management of new instant products, ensuring effective market penetration and sustained portfolio performance.
Drive execution of strategic initiatives and cross-functional programs supporting instant product growth and operational excellence.
Oversee portfolio financial performance, including KPI tracking, forecasting, and executive reporting for key stakeholders.
Partner with sales teams on monthly and quarterly instant forecasting, ensuring alignment, accuracy, and actionable business insights (risks & opportunities).