AVP Product Manager

Why Bank OZK

Founded on a legacy of more than 120 years in banking, Bank OZK is much more than just a company. We're nationally recognized as an industry leader in financial services. That means we combine exceptional service with innovative technologies to deliver smart solutions to our clients across the country. We're investing in small businesses, fueling economies in local communities and changing skylines in the largest cities across America. Here, we're not simply filling roles. We're fostering even greater careers.

The foundation for a great career starts with an exceptional team and a comprehensive benefits package. We believe in providing our dedicated team members with the best resources to support their physical, mental and financial wellbeing, including generous PTO, 401(k) matching, health, dental, vision (and pet!) insurance as well as special perks and discounts. Learn more about Bank OZK benefits.

Job Purpose & Scope

Key contributor operating in a cross-functional product development team building software solutions for Bank OZK.

Essential Job Functions

1. Manages prioritization of development work and drives day-to-day execution of the product development team following agile methodologies.
2. Serves as a communication hub within product development team, driving alignment and clarity between different functions.
3. Develops business requirements with input from product stakeholders and translates them into functional user stories and acceptance criteria.
4. Gathers user feedback and evaluates enhancement requests to continuously improve the products.
5. Manages the product roadmap and backlog for assigned products.
6. Collaborates with DevOps, Quality Assurance, and Release Management teams to ensure smooth and well-documented releases.
7. Provides post-development support by monitoring product performance and user adoption trends, converting issues and pain points into actionable enhancement opportunities.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

1. Knowledge of agile project methodologies, stakeholder management, feature writing and requirements definition.
2. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
3. Ability to effectively incorporate user feedback to manage product roadmap and adapt or develop products to meet client needs.
4. Ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment with exacting deadlines, and deliver quality work on time.
5. Ability to work without close supervision.
6. Ability to demonstrate outstanding collaboration and partnership skills, including customer service skills.
7. Ability to demonstrate professionalism, initiative, self-motivation, and a team-player approach.
8. Skill in using computer and Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook.

Basic Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in business, computer science, or job-related field, or equivalent work experience, required.
2. 4+ years relevant product management or banking work experience, required.
3. 2+ years of experience working in an agile product development environment, preferred.

Job Expectations

Operate customary equipment and technology used in a business environment, with or without accommodation.

Note: This description is not an exhaustive list of all job functions, duties, skills, and job standards required. Other job functions, duties, skills, and standards may be added. Management reserves the right to add or change the job requirements at any time.

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EEO Statement

Bank OZK is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law. Member FDIC.