Senior Product Category Manager - Boba Boba London, United Kingdom

Over 2.5 million babies have been worn in our carriers. The original design of the wrap has not changed in 15 years- proof of a great concept. When we see a parent wearing their babe in one of our carriers, we know that Boba has helped forge a little link that brings two hearts together. Today, Boba has grown from a small, family-run, shoestring operation to a global team dedicated to bringing that magical bond from our families to yours.

Join Boba Brands as Senior Product Category Manager and lead the charge in shaping innovative, market-leading products. In this role, you will be pivotal in defining and executing our product strategy, managing product development from scoping to launch, and collaborating with cross-functional teams, external agencies, suppliers, and factories. If you have a passion for product excellence and a collaborative approach, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Product Strategy and Vision:

1. Develop and implement the product strategy for Boba Brands, using insights from customer and competitor analysis.
2. Define and communicate the product vision, roadmap, and strategic goals.
3. Drive innovation and present new ideas that align with Boba Brands' long-term objectives.

Collaborative Product Development and Project Management:

1. Manage the entire product development lifecycle from scoping to launch, including project management, timelines, and deliverables.
2. Work closely with internal teams, external agencies, suppliers, and factories to ensure high product quality, cost-efficiency, and timely delivery.
3. Manage the commercial aspects of product development, including budgeting, cost management, and profitability analysis.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

1. Partner with various teams within Boba Brands, including marketing, sales, and operations, to ensure product alignment with broader business strategies.
2. Coordinate with external partners, agencies, and suppliers to drive innovation and uphold high standards throughout the product life cycle.

Stakeholder Management:

1. Serve as the key liaison between the product function and stakeholders, ensuring alignment across departments and external partners.
2. Communicate product vision and progress to senior leadership and other relevant parties.

Budget and Resource Management:

1. Oversee the product development budget, ensuring effective resource allocation to meet strategic goals.
2. Balance short-term objectives with the long-term product vision.

Self-Leadership and Personal Development:

1. Maintain a sustainable workload and stay motivated, continuously reflecting on work to enhance leadership skills.
2. Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and product management innovations.

1. Demonstrated success in managing product development, collaborating with suppliers, agencies, and factories, and managing commercial aspects.
2. Expertise in project management, from concept through launch.
3. Experience with user experience, A/B testing, and data analysis to achieve product-market fit.
4. Strong cross-functional collaboration skills and a track record of working effectively with diverse teams and external partners.
5. Ability to create structure out of ambiguity with a pragmatic, collaborative approach.

1. Hybrid working
2. 25 days holiday
3. Public holidays
4. Friday afternoons off in August
5. Brand discounts
6. Pension Plan
7. Health Insurance
8. Nursery Benefits
9. Cycle to Work scheme
10. Enhanced parental leave