Lead Product Manager – Forecasting Center of Excellence (P4373)

51° is a retail data science, insights and media company. , consumer packaged goods companies, agencies, publishers and affiliates create more personalized and valuable experiences for shoppers across the path to purchase. S.

51° Loyalty Marketing and our retail media advertising solution, Kroger Precision Marketing. 51° follows a 5‑day in‑office work schedule to support collaboration, alignment, and team connection. 51°!

51°, and our CPG partners. Our forecasts fuel better insights, optimized operations, and strategic business decisions. As a Lead Product Manager, you'll drive day-to-day delivery and medium term strategic direction for forecasting products.

You'll translate business needs into clear, prioritized work, own the near-term product roadmap, and collaborate closely with engineering and data science teams to ensure timely, high-quality delivery. You’ll influence stakeholders, guide strategic decisions, and mentor junior team members to ensure product success. This role reports directly to the Product Director of FCOE.

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Responsibilities

: Product Roadmap and Business Ownership Own and maintain the product roadmap (0-12 months), clearly aligning work priorities with user needs, business objectives, and strategic initiatives. Develop clear measures of success focused on user value, tracking and communicating outcomes regularly to stakeholders. Product Delivery and Technical Collaboration Actively lead sprint planning, clearly defining user stories, acceptance criteria, and prioritization frameworks for forecasting products.

Collaborate closely with Engineering and Data Science partners to ensure technical feasibility, remove obstacles, and deliver timely, impactful solutions. Own product backlog management, including writing clear, detailed user stories and managing initiatives through completion. Communication and Stakeholder Alignment Serve as a cross-functional and cross-team connector, proactively identifying and managing critical touchpoints.

Clearly communicate product goals, progress, and value, influencing leaders and stakeholders to align around strategic priorities. Strategic Influence and Thought Leadership Continuously inform product strategy by identifying emerging opportunities or risks, influencing senior stakeholders to maximize product value. Proactively suggest improvements to team practices, processes, and approaches, using feedback, data, and market insights to drive innovation.

Mentorship and Functional Leadership Actively coach and mentor junior team members (Product Managers, Associate PMs), supporting their growth and improving team performance. Contribute functional expertise within the broader organization, acting as a resource and informal leader for best practices in product management.

Qualifications

, Skills, and Experience: 5+ years of product management experience, ideally focused on data-intensive, analytical, or technical products. Proven ability to autonomously manage complex product roadmaps, balancing competing priorities and delivering measurable outcomes.