Job Description

Job Overview: The Senior Director, Product is an executive-level role responsible for leading the entire product management function within the organization. This role involves shaping the long-term product strategy, managing a portfolio of diverse product lines, and ensuring that all product initiatives align with the company's strategic goals. The Senior Director, Product will be a key member of the executive team, influencing the direction of the business, driving innovation, and ensuring that the company remains competitive in the market.

Executive Product Leadership:

• Develop and drive the long-term product vision and strategy, ensuring alignment with the company’s mission, values, and strategic objectives.
• Lead the product management organization, setting the direction for all product initiatives and ensuring that they align with the company’s growth goals.
• Collaborate closely with the executive team to prioritize product investments, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively to maximize strategic impact.

Leadership and Organizational Development:

• Oversee the entire product management team, including Directors, Senior Product Managers, and Product Managers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
• Set organizational goals for the product management function, ensuring alignment with company-wide objectives and driving accountability at all levels.
• Mentor and develop senior product leaders, providing guidance and support as they navigate complex product and market challenges.

Strategic Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Partner with leaders across the organization, including engineering, marketing, sales, finance, and operations, to drive cross-functional initiatives that enhance product success and operational efficiency.
• Lead the development and execution of integrated go-to-market strategies, ensuring that product launches are successful and meet business objectives.
• Act as a senior advisor to the executive team on all product-related matters, providing insights and recommendations that influence business strategy.

Product Portfolio Management and Optimization:

• Oversee the management of a diverse product portfolio, ensuring that each product line delivers against key performance indicators (KPIs) and contributes to the company’s overall growth.
• Lead initiatives to optimize the product development process, implementing best practices that drive efficiency, quality, and innovation.
• Continuously evaluate product performance, using data-driven insights to inform strategic decisions and drive ongoing improvement.

Stakeholder and Market Engagement:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including the executive team, customers, partners, and investors.
• Present product strategies, performance updates, and key initiatives to the board of directors and other key stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, competitive activities, and emerging technologies, using this knowledge to guide strategic product decisions.

Customer and Innovation Focus:

• Ensure that the product management organization remains deeply engaged with customers, gathering insights that inform product strategy and innovation.
• Champion a customer-centric approach to product development, ensuring that all products meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Drive a culture of continuous innovation, encouraging teams to explore new ideas and technologies that differentiate the company’s products in the market.

• Strategic Leadership: Exceptional strategic thinking abilities, with a proven ability to align product strategies with long-term business objectives.
• Executive Management: Strong executive presence and leadership skills, with experience leading and developing senior product leaders.
• Communication: Superior communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage and persuade executive-level stakeholders.
• Analytical and Decision-Making: Advanced analytical skills, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Technical Acumen: Deep understanding of software development processes and the ability to communicate effectively with technical teams.
• Market Expertise: In-depth knowledge of the industry, with a keen understanding of market trends, customer needs, and competitive dynamics.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. A Master’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience is highly preferred.

Experience:

• 15+ years of experience in product management, with at least 5 years in an executive leadership role overseeing large product portfolios and multiple business units.
• Proven track record of driving product innovation, leading high-performing teams, and delivering successful products at scale.

Life at Lennar

At Lennar, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching environment for our Associates, offering a comprehensive array of benefits designed to enhance their well-being and professional growth. Our Associates have access to robust health insurance plans, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, ensuring their health needs are well taken care of. Our 401(k) Retirement Plan, complete with a $1 for $1 Company Match up to 5%, helps secure their financial future, while Paid Parental Leave and an Associate Assistance Plan provide essential support during life's critical moments. To further support our Associates, we provide an Education Assistance Program and up to $30,000 in Adoption Assistance, underscoring our commitment to their diverse needs and aspirations. From the moment of hire, they can enjoy up to three weeks of vacation annually, alongside generous Holiday, Sick Leave, and Personal Day policies. Additionally, we offer a New Hire Referral Bonus Program, significant Home Purchase Discounts, and unique opportunities such as the Everyone’s Included Day. At Lennar, we believe in investing in our Associates, empowering them to thrive both personally and professionally. Lennar Associates will have access to these benefits as outlined by Lennar’s policies and applicable plan terms. Visit Lennartotalrewards.com to view our suite of benefits.

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