Senior Product Manager

Company Cox Automotive - USA Job Family Group Engineering / Product Development Job Profile Sr Product Manager Management Level Individual Contributor Flexible Work Option Hybrid - Ability to work remotely part of the week Travel % Yes, 15% of the time Work Shift Day Compensation Compensation includes a base salary in the range of $101,500.00 - $169,100.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidates knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program. Job Description As a Senior Product Manager within the Inventory Solutions portfolio at Cox Automotive you will work within a release train that supports Manheim, Central Dispatch, or Ready Logistics. Manheim is the leading Automotive Wholesale Marketplace and operates 70+ auction facilities, managing over 4 million vehicles annually. Central Dispatch is the leading automotive logistics digital marketplace, allowing shippers to connect directly with carriers to facilitate over 17M vehicle moves every year. Ready Logistics is one of the largest automotive logistics brokers in North America, acting as a managed service that moves vehicles on a shipper's behalf. What You'll Do In this role, you will translate business strategy and stakeholder insights into actionable product plans, define and prioritize requirements at the epic and feature level, and maintain a well-groomed product roadmap. You will collaborate closely with release train leaders and team members across product, engineering, UX, and operations to ensure timely, high-quality delivery of platform capabilities that maximize value. Your responsibilities will span product discovery, roadmap definition in partnership with product leadership, stakeholder engagement, go-to-market planning, and identification of future platform opportunities based on organizational objectives and operational needs. Product Strategy & Roadmap Define and influence product strategy for borrower risk mitigation in alignment with organizational goals. Drive market analysis and segmentation to identify growth opportunities and prioritize investments. Establish user archetypes and ensure product decisions align with business objectives and customer needs. Agile Delivery & Backlog Leadership Lead PI planning and backlog prioritization across multiple teams and release trains. Own epics and features end-to-end; ensure clarity in user stories and acceptance criteria. Partner with engineering and UX to deliver high-quality products through the full lifecycle. Stakeholder Engagement & Communication Serve as a senior liaison for stakeholders, driving alignment and resolving complex challenges. Represent customer and business priorities to influence technology decisions and feature development. Coordinate across delivery streams to maintain a unified product vision and execution plan. Data-Driven Decision Making Translate complex data into actionable insights and measurable outcomes. Monitor product performance, identify optimization opportunities, and lead testing initiatives. Use KPIs and analytics to inform roadmap decisions and continuous improvement. Risk Management & Compliance Apply risk management principles to product decisions, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Maintain traceability and rigor in requirements, prioritization, and delivery processes. Who You Are Bachelors degree in a related discipline and 4 years experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a masters degree and 2 years experience; a Ph.D. and up to 1 year of experience; or 16 years experience in a related field Advanced knowledge of SAFe Agile methodology and experience leading agile teams. Proven ability to manage complex backlogs, prioritize features, and deliver in fast-paced environments. Strong analytical skills with experience translating data into strategic product decisions. Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience influencing senior leadership. Deep understanding of risk management principles, ideally in financial services or lending. Familiarity with data products, analytics platforms, or risk scoring systems. Demonstrated ability to drive innovation and achieve KPIs through strategic initiatives. Technology-savvy with strong skills in requirements analysis and system integration. Drug Testing To be employed in this role, youll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited. Benefits The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the companys needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave. About Us Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells or simply uses cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individuals age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship. EOE, including disability/vets Cox brings together the worlds greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities and drive innovation for a better future. Thats why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the worlds biggest challenges. Our people love technology and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Cox vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, theres no challenge too great for our pioneers. And theres no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.