Job Description

Looking for more than just an assignment? We're looking for you! This isn't just another assignment, but a real opportunity and a challenge for the right person. LRS Consulting Services is seeking a Sr. Product Manager (Audio) for a Direct Hire (with option for fully remote work) opportunity with our gaming client in Chicago, IL!

LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. If you're that candidate, this opportunity is made for you!

Job Overview

We are seeking a Product Manager to join the hardware Product Management group and focus on the audio category. You will leverage your understanding of gamers’ needs, market trends, and the competitive landscape to create innovative and impactful products. Reporting to the Head of Category Management, this role involves driving the product vision, managing product lifecycles, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to bring exciting audio products to market.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the product roadmap for the audio category.
Conduct market research to identify trends, user needs, and pain points.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate customer insights into actionable product concepts.
Drive go-to-market strategies and ensure successful product launches.
Present product concepts and roadmaps to senior leadership for approval.
Act as the voice of the consumer, ensuring products meet gamers’ needs.
Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive products.

Qualifications

Experience: 5+ years in product management, preferably in consumer electronics or gaming.
Education: Degree in Engineering, Industrial Design, Product Design, Marketing, or equivalent.
Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of audio devices, technology, and trends.
Skills: Proven ability to launch products, manage multiple projects, and thrive in ambiguity.
Mindset: Growth-oriented, curious, and motivated to learn and innovate.

Desired Attributes

Entrepreneurial approach to product development.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to present to stakeholders at all levels.
Passionate about gaming and creating meaningful experiences for gamers.

Milestones

Within 1 Month:
Conduct in-depth consumer research to understand gamer needs.
Learn product development processes and build relationships with key stakeholders.

Within 3 Months:
Propose solutions to identified consumer pain points.
Collaborate with product development leads to create detailed product concepts.

Within 9 Months:
Have a finalized product roadmap approved by senior management.
Begin active product development and plan for market launch.

LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship, status or protected veteran status.

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