Fractional Head of Product

Remote position: Remote USA

Who We Are

Drip (dripshop.live) is the shopify for social commerce; using it’s AI-enabled tools, sellers can interact and transact safely and seamlessly on Drip’s social marketplace and social media platforms. Since launching, drip has enabled creators, resellers & brands to generate 10s of millions in income. We are backed by leading investors and notable angels including Base10 Ventures, Kindred Ventures, Harlem Capital & Eniac Ventures.

Our Values:

We are seller first

We are customer obsessed

Engaged with the community we build for

Embrace in radical ownership

Value radical candor

Strive to be excellent

Make the case for optimism

Overview:

Dripshop seeks a Head of Product with a robust background in product management and a proven ability to work effectively with development teams in India and understand US market nuances. This role is pivotal in driving our product strategy, focusing not only on our core collectible categories like Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering, and sports cards but also spearheading our expansion into new technical verticals. The ideal candidate will be a visionary leader, adept at navigating the complexities of live commerce, and committed to bridging cultural and operational nuances to create impactful, user-centric products.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Define and execute a compelling product strategy that aligns with Dripshop's mission and market opportunities, ensuring we remain at the forefront of the live commerce industry.
• Product Lifecycle Management: Oversee the entire product lifecycle, from ideation and development to launch and iteration, maintaining a relentless focus on quality and user experience.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams across design, engineering, marketing, and sales to ensure product objectives are met, timelines are adhered to, and market expectations are exceeded.
• Market and User Research: Conduct thorough market research and user analysis to guide product development, ensuring our offerings resonate with current trends and user needs.
• Team Leadership and Development: Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing product management team, fostering an environment of growth, innovation, and excellence.
• Innovation and Improvement: Champion ongoing innovation and continuous product improvement by leveraging insights from customer feedback, competitive analysis, and technology trends.

Qualifications:

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Technology, or a related field. An MBA or relevant advanced degree is preferred.
• Professional Experience: 8-12 years of experience in product management within the tech industry, including a proven track record of leading the successful launch and growth of consumer-facing digital products.
• Cultural and Operational Insight: Extensive experience collaborating with engineering and product teams based in India, requiring a deep understanding of both the cultural and operational nuances that impact product development and team dynamics.
• US Market Expertise: Solid experience and understanding of the US market, having worked in a US-based company with a development team in India, demonstrating an ability to bridge cultural and operational gaps to drive success.
• Strategic and Analytical Thinking: Strong strategic planning and analytical skills, with the ability to turn insights into actionable plans that drive results.
• Leadership Skills: Exceptional leadership and communication skills, capable of motivating and managing teams across diverse cultural backgrounds to achieve high performance and meet strategic objectives.
• UX and Consumer Focus: A strong advocate for user experience and design thinking, with a passion for creating products that meet and exceed user expectations.

Benefits:

• Remote-first company with opportunity to travel for team meetings and conferences
• Competitive compensation
• Competitive equity
• Flexible PTO
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401K, Flexible Spending Account
• Short and Long term Disability, Basic Life & ADD

Extra Perks:

• Talk Space-Mental health therapy
• Healthcare Advocate-handle medical billing issues, legal advice and financial planning
• One Medical-Telehealth primary care services, same day next day
• Commuter benefits-Pre-taxed commuter benefits
• Teledoc-24/7 access to U.S.-licensed doctors

Our Commitment to Inclusive Hiring:

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. In accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. We are happy to accommodate any disabilities or special needs.