VP Product Management at IFS in Houston, TX

companyDescription IFS is a billion-dollar revenue company with 7000+ employees on all continents. Our leading AI technology is the backbone of our award-winning enterprise software solutions, enabling our customers to be their best when it really matters–at the Moment of Service™. Our commitment to internal AI adoption has allowed us to stay at the forefront of technological advancements, ensuring our colleagues can unlock their creativity and productivity, and our solutions are always cutting-edge. At IFS, we’re flexible, we’re innovative, and we’re focused not only on how we can engage with our customers but on how we can make a real change and have a worldwide impact. We help solve some of society’s greatest challenges, fostering a better future through our agility, collaboration, and trust. We celebrate diversity and understand our responsibility to reflect the diverse world we work in. We are committed to promoting an inclusive workforce that fully represents the many different cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints of our customers, our partners, and our communities. As a truly international company serving people from around the globe, we realize that our success is tantamount to the respect we have for those different points of view. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to be part of a global, diverse environment; you will be joining a winning team with a commitment to sustainability; and a company where we get things done so that you can make a positive impact on the world. We’re looking for innovative and original thinkers to work in an environment where you can #MakeYourMoment so that we can help others make theirs. With the power of our AI-driven solutions, we empower our team to change the status quo and make a real difference. If you want to change the status quo, we’ll help you make your moment. Join Team Purple. Join IFS. jobDescription Role Overview The Vice President, Product Management is a senior product leader responsible for defining and delivering product strategy, organisational leadership, and execution across a major product area within the business. The role operates at an executive level, combining strategic decision‑making with hands‑on customer engagement, and plays a critical role in shaping product direction, investment priorities, and leadership capability within a complex, global, matrixed R&D organisation. The role requires an experienced leader who can operate effectively through influence, lead during periods of change, and balance long‑term strategy with near‑term execution. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Organisation Lead, develop, and inspire a senior product leadership team, fostering a culture of high performance, accountability, and continuous improvement. Build, scale, and evolve a product organisation operating within a matrix structure, including direct leadership of senior managers and broader influence across cross‑functional teams. Take accountability for organisational design, succession planning, talent development, and performance management, particularly during periods of change or restructuring. Act as a role model for the company’s culture and leadership principles, encouraging open feedback, inclusion, and collaboration. Product Strategy & Vision Define and own the product vision and multi‑year strategy for a core product area, ensuring alignment with overall company strategy and business objectives. Translate customer needs, market trends, and competitive insights into clear strategic priorities and product investment decisions. Maintain a strong external perspective, monitoring competitors, technology shifts, and industry developments to continuously refine strategic direction. Act as a senior product spokesperson internally and externally, articulating product strategy with credibility and clarity to executive stakeholders, customers, and partners. Customer & Stakeholder Engagement Engage directly with customers at an executive level to understand strategic priorities, validate product direction, and build trusted relationships. Partner closely with senior stakeholders across engineering, design, product marketing, sales, and leadership to ensure alignment and effective execution. Navigate complex stakeholder environments with professionalism and pragmatism, balancing differing priorities while maintaining momentum and focus. Execution & Delivery Ensure the product organisation is focused on delivering against strategic objectives, with clear priorities, measurable outcomes, and a strong sense of ownership. Operate effectively within a matrixed R&D and delivery model, influencing outcomes across teams that may not report directly into the role. Provide oversight on planning, resourcing, and budget discussions to ensure the organisation is appropriately structured to deliver agreed outcomes. Communicate progress, risks, and results transparently to senior leadership and wider stakeholders. AI‑First and Modern Product Leadership Champion the adoption of modern product practices and emerging technologies, including the practical application of AI‑driven capabilities. Ensure the product organisation understands how to translate innovation into clear customer value, not experimentation for its own sake. Guide teams to embed new capabilities into product roadmaps in a sustainable, customer‑centric way. qualifications Experience & Qualifications Essential - Significant senior leadership experience within product management, engineering, or technology in a B2B Saas organisation, with demonstrated progression to executive‑level responsibility. Proven track record of leading large, complex product organisations and delivering outcomes through influence in matrixed environments. Extensive experience in driving innovation and efficiencies by leveraging artificial intelligence Global leadership experience Strong strategic thinking capability combined with the credibility to engage deeply on product, customer, and technology topics. Experience leading through organisational change, including restructuring, role clarity, and performance assessment. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to operate confidently at executive and board level. Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant STEM discipline; advanced business or leadership qualifications (MBA, PhD)  are advantageous but not essential. Personal Attributes Executive presence with a pragmatic, delivery‑focused mindset. Comfortable making and owning difficult decisions in ambiguous or high‑pressure environments. Customer‑oriented, commercially aware, and data‑informed in decision‑making. Collaborative leader who values diverse perspectives and builds trust across functions. What We’re Offering Salary Range: $225,000 - $250,000 annually + bonus Flexible paid time off, including sick and holiday Medical, dental, & vision insurance 401K with Company contribution Flexible spending accounts Life insurance and disability benefits Tuition assistance Community involvement and volunteering events additionalInformation We embrace flexibility and hybrid work opportunities to support diverse needs and lifestyles, while also valuing inclusive workplace experiences. By fostering a sense of community, we drive innovation, strengthen connections, and nurture belonging. Our commitment ensures you can work in a way that suits you best, while also engaging with colleagues to share ideas and build meaningful relationships. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Equal Opportunity Employer