Product Manager Technology in Chicago, IL

Product Manager Technology Job Description

A product manager develops, implements and manages a strategy for an organization’s product(s). This professional is involved in the product life cycle from conception through development and marketing to implementation. The role requires a blend of business and marketing talent combined with IT knowledge. Candidates should have excellent communication skills, be able to deal effectively with both IT and business/sales professionals, and must see the “big picture” in terms of the product life cycle. Requirements include a bachelor’s degree in computer science or business, plus five or more years of experience in software product management. For some product manager jobs, an MBA is highly desirable.

Typical product manager technology duties:

Coordinating software engineers and developers to define product requirements

Working with sales and marketing to define customer needs, market potential, competitive analysis, and marketing strategy

Writing product information materials to brief sales personnel on product features and benefits

Assisting with trade show presentations of the product

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Salary for Product Manager Technology in Chicago, IL

138260 - 201190

25th percentile

138260

New to the role, with little or no experience; requires more than casual instruction or supervision to perform day-to-day duties

50th percentile

170810

Has the experience to consistently perform core responsibilities without direct supervision; very comfortable with processes and subject matter associated with the role

75th percentile

201190

Value to the organization goes far beyond the ability to perform normal job duties; has rare qualifications that enable consistent contribution in unique ways; ready for next career level when available

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