Senior Director of AI Services and Software Product Management

Our client in the Park Ridge area of NJ has an excellent opportunity for a Senior Director of AI Services and Software Product Management! 

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of AI‑enabled professional services and software solutions that drive new revenue.
• Oversee the full product and service lifecycle, from concept through end‑of‑life.
• Drive organizational transformation and support strategic initiatives aligned with company objectives.
• Build and mentor a team of managers, ensuring strong leadership and talent growth.
• Partner with sales leadership to scale a high‑performing services organization.
• Conduct competitive and market analysis to guide product direction.
• Manage pricing, forecasting, program development, collateral, and marketing support for assigned offerings.
• Translate market needs into product strategy recommendations and present proposals to leadership.
• Deliver product planning forecasts and define sell‑through strategies.
• Support major account activities, including presentations, product tests, and delivery coordination.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally on R&D, special projects, and full‑line strategy.
• Review engineering designs, user stories, and specifications, providing actionable feedback.

Requirements:

• 10+ years in product management or partner program leadership, ideally in office technology or IT.
• Strong understanding of product lifecycle management and SaaS/ERP/operations integrations.
• Experience building third‑party partnerships and programs.
• Ability to work with engineering teams and understand AI/ML architectural concepts.
• Knowledge of office technology software, hardware, networking, and related ecosystems.
• Experience with Agile and Kanban methodologies.
• Advanced skills in product strategy, market analysis, and trend evaluation.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to support global time zones with early/late calls as needed.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%, primarily within the U.S.