Product Owner

This is your opportunity to join a rapidly growing SaaS startup. As we have expanded on the vision of Factbird’s products, we are now looking to expand our product team with more driven and skilled go-getters. You will play a vital role in both the development of new products as well as improving existing products. 

Who we’re looking for 

As a Product Manager, you will take the lead in developing exceptional customer experiences, cloud solutions, and data-driven decision-making tools. You will manage the backlog of business needs, collaborate closely with development teams, and guarantee timely and high-quality delivery via Agile methodology. Your mission is to create personalised, seamless experiences that embody Factbird’s products. 

You will monitor project executions, evaluate both the technical and business components of product improvements, make sure the products are in line with the product roadmap, and carefully lay strong architectural foundations for the products. To propel product success, you will need to strike a balance between technological viability, user happiness, and commercial requirements. 

What you’ll be doing 

• Oversee the entire product lifecycle, including visioning, research, planning, execution, and measurement while ensuring quality and outcomes.  
• Clarify customer needs, outlining jobs to be done and translating findings into user stories and user requirements. 
• Build and maintain relationships, collaborating effectively with cross-functional stakeholders in development, marketing and sales. 
• Support solutioning throughout development and collaborate on quality assurance during the build and testing phases of product capabilities. 
• Monitor dependencies and risks, actively working with stakeholders to mitigate or resolve them.  
• Assist on the development, maintenance of the product roadmap. Focus on driving speed-to-market and delivering business impact. 
• Measure and track key performance metrics aligned with objectives. Generate insights and feed them back into the roadmap and delivery process. 

What makes you a great fit? 

We are looking for an individual who have shopfloor experience driving continuous improvement and manufacturing intelligence projects. The ideal candidate has either been an internal or working as a consultant within manufacturing. Formal training and certifications in continuous improvement and/or experience with product development are a big plus, but not a requirement. 

• 3 years of practical experience as a continuous improvement specialist working in manufacturing 
• Educational level of a B.Sc. or M.Sc. in a relevant field or similar practical experience 
• A strong customer focus and a passion for delivering value. 
• Technical aptitude to partner with development teams. 
• Comfortable talking to and interviewing customers. 
• Experience with Waterfall and Agile development methodology and concepts 
• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment. 
• Lean Six Sigma certification or equivalent  

The Factbird Story 

Factbird originated from the Emendo consulting group, recognized for its prowess in lean manufacturing and process optimization. While our roots are deep in this heritage, we have charted our unique course, standing at the forefront of manufacturing intelligence software today. 

At Factbird, we pride ourselves on delivering plug-and-play hardware that can be installed in minutes. When paired with our innovative web-based software, our solutions provide you with insights accessible from any device, anywhere. 

With our presence in over twenty-five countries and offices in Denmark and the United States, we are scaling significantly across the globe. Currently, we have a team of 50+ talented employees based in Denmark, the United States, Germany, and Sweden, dedicated to our mission, and our system is used by 200+ manufacturers worldwide daily. 

At Factbird we take care of our people. Here is what we offer   

• Employee Equity Program - because we believe in sharing success with our team.   
• Flexible working hours - we know life can be unpredictable, and we want to help you balance your work and personal life.   
• Internet reimbursement   
• You choose your gear: this includes your company phone, laptop, and other accessories.   
• Plans for career growth, tailored training, mentorship, and cross-team cooperation - we are committed to helping you achieve your career goals.   
• Great and structured onboarding - we will give you the tools you need to succeed.   
• Tuesday run with our coach Ole, and Thursday morning yoga sessions at the office.   
• Factbird days and companywide retreats   
• An international, diverse, and inclusive culture - our team includes people from sixteen different countries, and we value everyone's unique perspective and background.   

Application Process 

Excited about the opportunity to join the Factbird Team? 

To start the process, please send us your resume, share a bit about your experience and background. Once we review your profile, we will begin inviting potential fits to an interview with our recruitment team. 

An initial video call with our recruiter, a discussion with our Chief Product Officer and Product Manager, and a final meeting with our Chief Executive Officer make up our interview process. During the interview process, we will also include time for you to meet the rest of the team. 

If you have any questions, reach out to Khristel Aparicio ([email protected])