Product Manager (Historic Newspapers)

Summary: The Product Manager at Historic Newspapers will oversee the digital product's development, focusing on driving growth through their Shopify website. This role requires collaboration with various teams, including publishing, commercial, and technology, while managing both internal and contract development resources. The position is contract-based, with flexibility for permanent options, and involves a hands-on approach to product management in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in DTC ecommerce and product management beyond Shopify.

Key Responsibilities:

• Steer product development and drive conversion on the customized Shopify website.
• Own the development roadmap and manage relationships with contract engineering partners and internal developers.
• Oversee all technical systems related to product creation, including custom software for newspaper book publishing.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with publishing, commercial, and technology teams.
• Prepare reports and conduct research to inform product decisions.
• Provide design feedback and create wireframes to enhance product performance.

Key Skills:

• Experience in DTC ecommerce with a turnover of £5M+.
• Proficiency in managing Shopify, including custom development projects.
• Ability to manage contract and in-house development teams.
• Strong collaborative, analytical, and numerate skills.
• Understanding of design principles and their impact on product performance.
• Passion for books, publishing, newspapers, and history.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other