Chief Product Officer (CPO)

CPO to IST Group

Are you great with people and technology? Do you happen to be motivated by continuous improvement too? IST has been the go-to EdTech leader in Scandinavia for decades, and now we're going global!

We are currently looking for a CPO to join us!

Join and contribute to what really matters – the education of our children and the lives of their teachers – worldwide!

About us At IST, our vision is to provide the best learning opportunities for everyone. As a renowned Scandinavian Edtech company, we transform education into global Edtech solutions.

Every day, we come to work knowing that our products create a positive impact on society. We're dedicated to developing solutions that empower people with the best opportunities to learn and grow. We collaborate with our users to make products that simplify daily routines which add value in terms of time and money.

Do you also want to make a difference? We are looking for a Chief Product Officer (CPO) to lead our product strategy and a team of 100+ people. Preferable placement is at our Växjö or Stockholm offices. Our other offices in Denmark, Germany or Norway or remote could be an option.

About the roleAs the Chief Product Officer, you will be responsible for leading our product management, product design, and development teams, ensuring alignment with company goals, market demands, and user needs of the Ed-Tech sector. Reporting to the COO, you will play an important role in driving innovation and culture of high performing and engagement delivering solutions that brings value to our customers.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and execute an overall product strategy aligned with company objectives and market trends.
• Lead cross-functional teams, including product management, design, and development, to drive product excellence and innovation.
• Define product roadmaps, prioritize feature development, and manage the product lifecycle from ideation to launch.
• Collaborate closely with sales, marketing, and customer success teams to drive product adoption, retention, and revenue growth.
• Cultivate a culture of data-driven decision-making, leveraging analytics and user insights to optimize product performance and user experience.
• Be on top of industry trends, emerging technologies, and customer needs to identify new opportunities and drive product innovation.
• Encourage a customer-centric approach, ensuring that our products exceed customer expectations and deliver great value.
• Manage technical and product resources, competence and budget to maximize efficiency and profitability, including recruitment, coaching, and performance reviews.

About youTo be the right person for this job you have several years of experience and passion for technology and education, with a deep understanding of SaaS business models, industry trends, and best practices in Ed-Tech. You are passionate of new technologies and innovations, and skills to analyze and evaluate those for future needs. Competence and experience

The following skills and experience are required or highly valuable:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field and/or similar experience from previous jobs.
• Proven track record of leadership in product management, with several years of experience in SaaS or technology companies.
• Experience as a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) or similar technical leadership role is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated success in developing and launching innovative products that drive revenue growth and customer satisfaction.
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to translate market insights into product plans.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience of leading a culture of creativity, engagement, collaboration, and accountability.
• Passion for technology and a deep understanding of SaaS business models, industry trends, and best practices.

ApplyIf you are a strategic thinker, visionary leader, and passionate about building the best solutions, we want to hear from you! Apply now and be part of our journey to shape the future of education through technology!

If this sounds like the right challenge for you, make sure to apply as soon as possible at https://career.ist.com/. Applications will be processed continuously, so do not wait until the 2024-06-06 deadline to apply. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us.

For more information, get in contact with recruiting manager Mikael Folkesson Mikael.folkesson@ist.com or hr@ist.com. Background checks are part of the recruitment process.

Apply now and be part of our journey to shape the future of education through technology!