Product Manager- Retail

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As the world's leading change and transformation consultancy, we're helping businesses move from strategy to reality by taking a pragmatic and practical approach to build solutions that last.
We're seeking a Product Manager in London in our Retail Practice to help us take vision to value and create lasting impact. 6–9-month contract assignment-temporary employee (PAYE) opportunity working via an Umbrella company. Hybrid role 2-3 days a week onsite in London

SUMMARY

As a Commercial Product Manager, you will drive the strategic development and roadmap of our commercial products, working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions that meet evolving business needs. You will play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between business stakeholders and technical teams, ensuring that our product vision is clear, prioritised, and executed effectively. This demanding position requires a strategic thinker who can navigate complexity, champion user-centric design, and deliver tangible value to our organisation and customers.

YOU WILL:
 

• Lead the discovery and analysis activities to identify market opportunities and customer needs

• Define and prioritise user stories and use cases in collaboration with business and technical stakeholders

• Develop and maintain the product roadmap, ensuring alignment with business objectives and strategic priorities

• Facilitate stakeholder communication and manage expectations across multiple departments

• Conduct proactive backlog management, ensuring clarity and prioritisation of deliverables

• Drive the product strategy in an agile environment, adapting to changing requirements and market conditions

• Demonstrate strong stakeholder management capabilities, building consensus and driving alignment

• Work alongside the product team to establish priorities for discovery and delivery activities

• Champion a user-first mindset, ensuring accessibility and usability remain central to all product decisions

IDEALLY, WE'D LIKE:

• Proven experience as a Product Manager or similar strategic product role

• Experience working within retail or commercial environments

• Strong familiarity with agile methodologies and product development frameworks

• Demonstrated ability to manage ambiguity and adapt to evolving prioritie

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United Kingdom, without the need for visa sponsorship by North Highland. Work visa sponsorship will not be provided, either now or in the future, for this position.
This is a temporary employee (PAYE) opportunity working via an Umbrella company.

North Highland is an equal opportunity employer, and we adhere to all applicable laws and regulations to ensure a fair and equitable workplace. All qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We handle all information in accordance local privacy standards and maintain strict confidentiality.