Hospitality Industry Product Manager

Description Ottimate (formerly Plate IQ) helps fast growing businesses automate accounts payables on their terms. We simplify everything from invoice management to payments for both recurring and one-off expenses with a cloud-first approach that enables remote work. Ottimate’s AP Automation and VendorPay Network helps businesses pay and get paid faster. At Ottimate passion generates excitement for what we do and how we do it. With passion at the heart of everything we do we nurture ideas inspire excellence and find creative ways to eliminate obstacles for cultivating growth. The positive attitude with which we assist one another develops open honest and genuine connections. Above all we celebrate and embrace our differences. We invest in each other because we win or lose as a team. Our values are at the center of our company and culture. At Ottimate (formerly Plate IQ) we value: Growth Customer Focus Innovation Accountability and Communication. The Role The Hospitality Industry Product Manager will be a key driver in expanding our product offerings within the hospitality sector. This role requires a strategic thinker who can lead our efforts to move upmarket develop partner and channel relationships and present compelling business cases. The ideal candidate has a track record of success in a growth-stage company has experience taking a business through pivotal growth phases (e.g. Series B IPO) and can spearhead new verticals from inception to maturity. What You'll Do

• Market Expansion : Lead the strategic initiative to move upmarket within the hospitality sector identifying and capitalizing on new opportunities for growth and leveraging insights to build a strong roadmap for expansion within the hospitality space.

• Thought Leadership : Represent the company as a thought leader in the hospitality industry enhancing our presence through speaking engagements webinars and industry conferences.

• Product Development : Drive the business and data aspects of product management ensuring that our offerings are competitive data-driven and aligned with market demands.

• Partner & Channel Development : Build and maintain strong relationships with industry partners and channels identifying opportunities for collaboration and growth.

• Business Case Development : Create and present compelling business cases to stakeholders demonstrating the value and potential ROI of new product initiatives.

• Vertical Incubation : Take ownership of new industry verticals driving them from inception to product-market fit and revenue generation before transitioning them to a dedicated team.

• Cross-Functional Leadership : Collaborate with engineering marketing sales and customer success teams to ensure seamless product launches and ongoing success.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's degree in Business Marketing Accounting Engineering or a related field. An MBA or advanced degree is a plus.

• 5+ years of product management experience preferably in the hospitality industry AP Automation or a related field. Proven experience in a growth-stage startup with a track record of taking products through pivotal growth phases (e.g. Series B IPO).

• Deep understanding of the hospitality industry including market trends customer needs and competitive landscape.

• Strong business sense with experience in developing and presenting business cases. Ability to think strategically and execute effectively.

• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at all levels.

• Excellent presentation and speaking skills with the ability to represent the company as a thought leader in the industry.

• A self-starter with a passion for building and scaling new verticals from the ground up.

What We Value At Ottimate (formerly Plate IQ) we value a growth mindset and seek high-performing creative individuals who dig into problems and see the opportunities for success.

• We value those who believe improvement is always possible. At Ottimate (formerly Plate IQ) everything is a work in progress – we see room for growth in all areas

• We emphasize an environment of teaching and learning to equip employees with the tools needed to be successful in their function within the company

• We strongly believe in the value of growing a diverse team and encourage people of all backgrounds genders ethnicities abilities and sexual orientations to apply

What You'll Receive We care deeply about making Ottimate an incredible place to work and invest a significant amount of time and energy into creating and maintaining a company culture that provides our team with a generous level of support whilst inspiring them to do their best work. The specific benefits/perks we offer are continually evolving but currently include:

• Compensation: $130K - $170K

• Work from home in an energetic remote-first environment that supports flexible working hours and understands work-life balance.

• Competitive salary based on skills & experience.

• Medical Dental Vision and other Company-Subsidized Benefits for you and your family.

• Employer sponsored 401(k) with company match.

• Paid Time Off (and the encouragement to use it).

• Annual company retreats.

• Promote from within philosophy.

Beyond the tangible benefits though:

• You will be part of a growing team at a pinnacle moment of scale for the business and experience the excitement of working in a startup where each action makes a huge difference.

• You will have the agency to solve difficult problems creatively the freedom to explore work that inspires you and infrastructure to ensure you're constantly challenged and developing.

• You will work with sharp passionate teammates solving some of the most unique challenges and positioning our product as a premier finance automation solution.

• Our commitment to empowering a diverse and inclusive workforce celebrating differences and creating a safe space for our employees to bring their whole selves to work is second to none.

• We are transforming entire industries using innovative technology including Artificial Intelligence Payment Tech and Neural Networks.

• Our leaders lead with a people-first approach; inspiring excellence nurturing ideas and finding creative ways to eliminate obstacles for cultivating growth.

• We truly love what we do and who we do it with - and we think you will too!

Ottimate is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on race color national origin religion gender gender expression sexual orientation age veteran status disability status or marital status. If you are excited about the role but do not meet 100% of the qualifications listed above we encourage you to apply. Nothing in this job posting should be construed as an offer or guarantee of employment.

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