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Eastern Bank Treasury Management Product Director in Lynn, Massachusetts
The Treasury Management Product Director will lead the product team responsible for customer facing Treasury Management products – online/mobile, payments, receivables, account analysis, and referral partnerships. The Director is responsible for shaping the product strategy and roadmap, as well as the development, communication, and implementation of new products and product enhancements. This role is critical in setting the strategic direction of Treasury products following the overall strategy of the Bank. The Director will be held accountable for product revenue growth, profitability, and customer satisfaction and will work closely with Technology and Operations teams, Business Lines, Marketing, and key business stakeholders to deliver and maintain profitable solutions that meet the needs of our clients. This position requires a high level of strategic thinking, but also requires the ability to shift into the details to make informed decisions when required.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Redesign and optimize product strategy, product roadmaps, and execution/delivery strategies for customer facing Treasury products leveraging insights, data, and customer needs and satisfaction
Perform market, competitive, and operating model analysis, drawing insight to support new product development, product enhancements, product sunsetting, and business line initiatives
Identify cost and revenue growth of new products and enhancements, including price recommendations
Identify risks and regulatory impacts associated with product decisions
Identify resources necessary to deliver and implement new products and enhancements
Continuously evaluate and assess strategy, performance, and customer satisfaction to improve execution, delivery, and product offerings or exit of products
Develop customer communication strategy – internal and external
Continuous involvement in industry events, advisory boards, and vendor trainings to further product knowledge and offerings
Ensure optimal customer satisfaction with product offerings
Build deep relationships and partnerships across the organization to gain alignment on strategy, execution, delivery, support, and communication of products
Collaborate with Technology and Operations teams, Business Lines, Marketing, and key business stakeholders to develop, implement, and promote best-in-class Treasury products and online banking features and services
Lead and develop a team of existing product managers
Coach and mentor product managers to develop product management skills and prepare the team for future career advancement opportunities
Define clear measurable goals to ensure the team is set up for success
Establish best practices to guide the team with key stakeholder collaboration o Establish team and individual meeting schedule
Develop product training sessions to train sales teams on new product offerings, product enhancements, and completing forms
Work with Human Design/User Experience team to translate requirements into concepts and a functional and intuitive user experience design for online banking
Partner with Digital Product to execute testing and validation of online banking features, functionality, and upgrades
Monitor and track product usage and performance, as well as customer satisfaction
Regularly gather customer feedback to continuously shape and implement future products
Monitor product pricing and fees for opportunities to reduce costs and increase income
Responsible for vendor management
Gather key stakeholders to review contract renewals and pricing negotiations
Reporting and budgeting
Prepare monthly reporting of strategic initiatives
Prepare annual budget forecast for Treasury Management Product
Manage ACD allocations to Business Lines for customer product usage
Review monthly department expenses and income to ensure accuracy
Annually, work with Business Lines to review current product pricing and recommended changes
Implement pricing changes through Account Analysis
Other product responsibilities, as assigned include, but not limited to:
Audit reviews and document gathering
Presentations to support product development and implementation
Invoice review and payment
User Access Reviews
PROBLEM SOLVING & DECISION MAKING:
The Director develops, owns, and executes on Treasury Management product strategy and related product vision.
This individual will be responsible for the overall quality and delivery of new products, features, and designs for Treasury Management products, working closely with the Technology teams for online and mobile banking products.
Candidate must be able to think strategically and drive results tactically.
A key skill will be to merge the competing priorities and constraints across internal stakeholder teams into a thoughtful and detailed roadmap.
Candidate will execute product strategy in line with the Organization’s overall strategy ensuring revenue growth, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
REQUIREMENTS:
10+ years of experience in Commercial, Business, or Treasury Management banking, product, or technology fields, or an equivalent combination of each
A minimum of 10 years of Treasury Management product development, management, product design or combination of these requirements; 5 years of which can be in Treasury Management sales
Extensive knowledge and experience with creating and managing product roadmaps
Proven track record of executing, delivering, and implementing products that have a clear impact to the business
Experience leading product teams with a proven ability to hire and grow talent
Experience working with cross-functional teams and initiatives
Deep experience leveraging data to make informed decisions, with a proven ability to set clear and measurable objectives
Strategic mindset with strong analytical skills to bring complex and nuanced concepts into simple actionable tasks
Successful track record in leading and collaborating with internal and external teams
Ability to “sell” or gain buy-in from across the Organization
Education and Experience:
A Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or Management, or equivalent combination of training and experience
Certified Treasury Professional or Certified Cash Manager, preferred
Product management experience
Skills/Knowledge:
Metrics driven with a deep understanding of customer needs, as well as the market and competitive landscape
Demonstrated ability to think innovatively with a passion for learning to keep abreast of the latest Treasury Management trends
Deep attention to detail, strong technical skills, well-developed organizational skills, and ability to adapt quickly to change
Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment while working multiple projects at any given time
Strong problem-solving skills with an exceptional ability to prioritize and willingness to roll up one’s sleeves to get the job done
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence decisions and reach across all levels of the Organization
Experience with Bottomline Technologies DGBiQ online platform a plus
Working Conditions:
May work remotely, but required to be on-site when necessary
Position may require occasional evening or weekend hours during product upgrades or testing
Occasional travel for industry events
Committed. Inclusive. Courageous. Eastern Bank has built a legacy of investing in the communities we serve and helping our customers, communities and employees thrive and grow. We pride ourselves in having knowledgeable and experienced professionals that can provide the expertise, personal attention and service our customers deserve.
As a large full service commercial bank in the Greater Boston area, we are able to offer you unique opportunities for career growth throughout the organization, as well as a competitive compensation and benefits program.
As an inclusive company, we work to ensure that our valued employees are treated fairly, recognized for their individuality, and encouraged to reach their fullest potential. These values have earned us a reputation as a great place to work and provide a strong reason why you should consider a career with us.