Job#: 3009504
Job Description:
Ford
Hybrid On-Site Dearborn 4 days a week
$60-70/HR
12 Month Contract
Position Title: Product Manager – Digital Platforms
Position Overview
This role is responsible for the end-to-end development and management of software products, web applications, mobile apps, online platforms, and connected devices. The Product Manager oversees the entire product lifecycle—from planning and definition to release and retirement—ensuring alignment with business goals and digital strategy. The role requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver valuable, viable, usable, and feasible products.
Key Responsibilities
- Product Strategy & Vision
- Conduct market research to define product vision and strategy.
- Align product initiatives with the broader digital ecosystem and organizational goals.
- Roadmap & Planning
- Collaborate with developers and stakeholders to define MVPs and MLPs.
- Develop and maintain a strategic product roadmap with clear priorities and timelines.
- Drive and coordinate programs related to assigned products.
- Feature Development
- Approve user stories with well-defined acceptance criteria.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation, training materials, and tutorials.
- Performance & Metrics
- Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure product success.
- Business Impact
- Make strategic decisions on pricing, target audience, and revenue models.
- Own product P&L responsibilities.
- Industry & Customer Insights
- Lead product direction using industry trends, competitive analysis, and customer research.
- Release Management
- Collaborate with tech leads, developers, security, and QA teams to manage UAT and security evaluations.
- Determine readiness for feature and product releases.
Required Skills
- Software Development
- Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
- Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
- Product Development
Preferred Skills
- Product Management
- Project/Program Management
- Cloud Migration Strategy & Execution
- Technical Integration (PLM, ERP, CRM, Manufacturing Systems)
- Risk Management & Compliance
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Continuous Improvement & Mentorship
Experience
- Required: 8+ years as a Product or Delivery Manager
- Preferred: Experience in technical integration and cloud migration projects, including post-migration evaluations and compliance with IT policies and industry standards.
Education
- Required: Bachelor’s Degree
- Preferred: Relevant Certification Programs
Additional Information
- Work Arrangement: Hybrid – 4 days onsite per week
- Safety/Compliance: Must adhere to organizational policies and regulatory requirements
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
