Director, Product Management
Hybrid
Full Time
#Product
#Product Management
#SQL
#Team Building
#Problem Solving
#People Management
#Leadership
#Interpersonal Skills
#Presentation
#Data Analysis
#Market Analysis
At CarGurus, our mission is to provide people with the power to reach their destination. We began as a small group of developers focused on bringing trust and transparency to the car shopping experience. Since then, our commitment to innovation has fueled industry-leading growth, making us the largest and fastest-growing automotive marketplace. We have been profitable for over 15 years, and today, tens of millions of consumers visit our site each month while approximately 30,000 dealerships rely on our tools. We pride ourselves on a people-first culture that values kindness, collaboration, and fresh perspectives as we continue to move the entire automotive journey online.
What is this role?
We are looking for a Director, Product Management to join our Dealer Product team. This is a full-time, executive-level position based in the United States. You will report directly to our VP of Product and play a pivotal role in shaping the strategy for our dealer-facing products, including sourcing, financing, and retailing solutions. This role operates under a hybrid work model, allowing for a balance between collaborative office time and remote flexibility.
What will you do?
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of our B2B product suite and collaborate with sales, marketing, and operations to prioritize initiatives that improve our current offerings.
- Engage directly with our dealer partners through focus groups and individual conversations to identify pain points, gather feedback, and refine our product roadmap.
- Lead, mentor, and scale a high-performing team of product managers while fostering consistency and best practices in our development processes.
What makes you a great fit?
To be successful in this role, you should possess a strong background in product leadership and a passion for building great teams. We are looking for the following qualifications:
- At least 10 years of professional experience in product management, with a minimum of 3 years in a leadership capacity managing direct reports.
- Experience working within a two-sided marketplace or at a SaaS company selling B2B or B2C products.
- Strong analytical abilities and problem-solving skills, with SQL proficiency considered a significant plus.
- Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills, allowing you to communicate complex ideas effectively across the organization.
- A tenacious, self-starting attitude with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Fluency in English.
What's in it for you?
We believe in rewarding the curiosity and passion of our team members. As part of the CarGurus family, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional and personal well-being:
- Equity compensation for all employees.
- A flexible hybrid work environment with flexible hours.
- Generous paid time off policies.
- Opportunities for ongoing professional development.
- Comprehensive insurance coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
