Product Operations Manager II

May be Assigned to any of the following Product Portfolio Focus Areas: 

• Broadband
• Wireless
• Business Data & Voice

• ACCOUNTABILITY- Takes ownership for actions, decisions, and results; openly accepts feedback and demonstrates a willingness to improve.
• BASIC PRINCIPLES - Interacts with people in a way that builds mutual trust, confidence, and respect; adheres to GCI’s Code of Conduct for Employees – the Basic Principles.
• COLLABORATION - Works effectively with others to accomplish common goals and objectives; maintains positive relationships even under difficult circumstances.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across the organization to achieve a positive outcome. 
  • Ability to effectively influence cross functional teams without formal authority, including senior members of the business.
  • Strong influencing skills and credibility based on data-driven decision making.
• COMMUNICATION- Conveys thoughts and expresses ideas appropriately and professionally.
  • Ability to accurately communicate information virtually (i.e., Teams), over the phone, and in-person in a clear and concise manner to a range of audiences.
  • Ability to accurately read, write, and respond to business correspondence such as emails, chat messages, policies, procedures, reports.
  • Ability to articulate complex data insights and technical information in presentation format in front of technical and non-technical internal and external customers. 
  • Demonstrated ability to project confidence and poise in presenting hypotheses, conclusions, and recommendations to executive leadership.
• COMPLIANCE - Follows internal controls; protects confidential information; abides by GCI’s Code of Business Conduct & Ethics.
• CUSTOMER FOCUS - Demonstrates commitment to service excellence; gives high priority to customer satisfaction.
  • Knowledge and understanding of customer needs and ability to translate feedback into actionable product improvements.
• RELIABILITY - Consistently follows through on assigned tasks as expected; demonstrates timely attendance at meetings, training, and other work obligations.
• RESULTS - Uses a combination of job knowledge, initiative, sound decision making, innovation, adaptability, and problem solving.
  • Proficient in data analysis tools and techniques with the ability to extract meaningful insights from large datasets.
  • Familiar with common product development methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall.
  • Knowledge and understanding of technical, financial, and marketing principles relevant to assigned responsibilities.
  • Knowledge and understanding of relevant product trends, technical platforms, and legal, regulatory, and security considerations relevant to assigned responsibilities.
  • Knowledge and understanding of market segmentation, trends, and demands.
  • Knowledge and understanding of organizational core competencies and awareness of their impact on product launches and lifecycle optimization.
  • Knowledge and understanding of software development processes and familiarity with relevant product management tools.
  • Ability to adapt in fast-paced environments with changing circumstances, direction, and strategy.
  • Ability to lead product change initiatives and/or process improvement efforts; technical and non-technical.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks, manage timelines, and deliver projects on time.
  • Ability to distill core components of complex problems into succinct and easily understood conclusions.
  • Ability to analyze problems and technical situations leading to optimal solutions.
  • Ability to function autonomously, assuming a great amount of responsibility, and demonstrate leadership on assigned projects.
• SAFETY & SECURITY - Supports a safe work environment by following all workplace safety rules and guidelines; complies with applicable Security policies and procedures.
• TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY - Proficient computer skills and MS Office knowledge (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel) to complete job duties effectively.

Additional Job Requirements:

This is an intermediate level position within the discipline demonstrating strong knowledge and proficiency in areas of responsibility. Performs moderately complex tasks and job duties, receiving general instruction on routine work and new assignments. Works under moderate supervision with latitude for independent judgment. 

• May have ownership of some product lines, including accountability for the ultimate success or failure of those products.
• Supports higher level Product Operations Managers in implementing more complex projects.

Additional Competencies:

• Ability to develop and implement projects, programs, and procedures with general organizational impact.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of company operations, functions, and business philosophy.
• Strong product and market knowledge.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of data analysis tools and techniques with the ability to extract meaningful insights from large datasets.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of common product development methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of technical, financial, and marketing principles relevant to assigned responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of relevant product trends, technical platforms, and legal, regulatory, and security considerations relevant to assigned responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of market segmentation, trends, and demands.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of organizational core competencies and awareness of their impact on product launches and lifecycle optimization.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of software development processes and relevant product management tools.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required: *A combination of relevant work experience and/or education sufficient to perform the duties of the job may substitute to meet the total years required on a year-for-year basis

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor Degree in Business, Accounting, Industrial Management, Engineering or related field. *
• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in Product Management, Product Development, Technology Sales or Marketing, IT Development/Operations, Software Development, Technology Engineering, Financial Analysis, or Data Analytics. *
  • Including a minimum of one (1) year of Product Management and/or Product Development experience.

Preferred: 

• Relevant industry certifications, such as those from Pragmatic Marketing or The 280 Group.
• Telecommunications experience. 
• Other relevant telecom industry or job specific certifications. 

DRIVING REQUIREMENTS: 

• This position may require access to reliable transportation for occasional travel between retail store locations, offices, worksites, or other locations as needed.

• Work is primarily sedentary, requiring daily routine computer usage.
• Ability to work shifts as assigned, work in standard office/home office setting, and operate standard office equipment.
• Ability to accurately communicate information and ideas to others effectively.
• Physical agility and effort sufficient to perform job duties safely and effectively.
• Ability to make valid judgments and decisions. 
• Available to work additional time on weekends, holidays, before or after normal work hours when necessary. 
• Must work well in a team environment and be able to work with a diverse group of people and customers.
• Virtual workers must comply with remote work policies and agreements.