Nelnet is a student loan servicer that's grown into a fiber internet pioneer, real estate investor, and software provider. But that's just the beginning. With 6,500 associates and growing, we take our business wherever superior customer experiences and ingenuity are needed.
The perks of working at Nelnet go beyond our benefits package. When you join the Nelnet team, you're part of a community invested in the success of each individual. That support comes through in our work, as we are united by our mission of creating opportunities for people where they live, learn, and work.
Are you looking for a role where you can play a critical part in the growth of a dynamic business that feeds your passion to expand the use of renewable energy? If so, consider becoming the Community Solar Product Manager with Nelnet Renewable Energy.
With Nelnet Renewable Energy, you will be a crucial player in developing the strategic vision and product roadmap for Nelnet's Community Solar business. You'll support existing markets and open new ones in the rapidly growing landscape of community solar. In this role, you'll collaborate with a cross-functional team connecting customer needs, technological capabilities, and business goals to define, develop and implement the next generation of Nelnet's Renewable Energy's Community Solar solutions and services.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work with stakeholders to develop product strategies that support the company's strategic goals. Ensure the strategy is visible and transparent to all parties.
Facilitate collaboration with stakeholders to identify and plan the delivery of key initiatives that align with the overall product strategy.
Collaborate across the cross-functional team to develop product budget and investment needs to support the delivery of these key initiatives.
Work with all areas of the organization to understand customer opportunities, compliance, regulations, market trends and customer behaviors.
Own prioritization, preparing and communicating product roadmaps. Ensure the roadmap is shared and understood.
Work across the team to ensure a common understanding of goals and desired outcomes.
Works collaboratively with the team to define work at a detailed level and manages the product backlog.
Actively engage in the delivery of the solution to ensure goals are met.
Monitor delivery progress to ensure appropriate return on investments will be met.
EDUCATION:
Bachelor's degree or related fields and/or commensurate experience. Master's degree beneficial.
EXPERIENCE:
4+ years' solution delivery experience, preferably in an agile environment
2+ years' experience as a Product Owner or Product Manager required
Proven experience working with Senior Executives required
Industry experience in community solar or renewable energy strongly preferred
COMPETENCIES - SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES:
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to conceptualize and analyze complex business processes
Strong motivation, negotiation, facilitation, and presentation skills
Ability to define and achieve business goals and meet deadlines while working both independently & collaboratively
Proven leadership and employee development capabilities
Strong customer service focus
Exceptional organizational skills
Experience developing and implementing processes and procedures
Exceptional oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Solid financial and budgetary skills
Ability to successfully manage multiple, simultaneous initiatives and conflicting priorities
Demonstrated skills in project management techniques, methods, processes and practices
Ability to meet and manage customer expectations in a professional and timely manner
Ability and willingness to play multiple roles, as needed in a small startup team
Colorado residents; pay range for this role is $90,000 - $120,000
Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, HSA and FSA, generous earned time off, 401K/student loan repayment, life insurance & AD&D insurance, employee assistance program, employee stock purchase program, tuition reimbursement, performance-based incentive pay, short- and long-term disability, and a robust wellness program. Click here to learn more about our benefits: LINK (http://nelnetinc.com/careers/benefits/) .
Nelnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer, complies with Executive Order 11246, and takes affirmative action to ensure that qualified applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without regard to race, color, religion/creed, national origin, gender, or sex, marital status, age, disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by Federal or State law or local ordinance.
Qualified individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations in order to apply or compete for positions at Nelnet may request such accommodations by contacting Corporate Recruiting at 402-486-5725 or corporaterecruiting@nelnet.net .
Nelnet is a Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace.
Nelnet is a leading student loan servicer - but we're even more than that. We're a professional services company, telecommunications innovator, and K-12 and higher education expert (and that's just the shortlist). For over 40 years, we've been serving our customers and making their dreams possible.
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