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Rosie Benbow

@rosiebenbow

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Experienced senior product manager passionate about creating customer value.

Zimbabwe

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values creativity and collaboration, where I can drive impactful product strategies and foster team growth.

I am an experienced Senior Product Manager with a strong passion for creating customer value and solving complex problems through creativity. My expertise lies in being adaptable, reliable, and strategic, ensuring that I leverage data and research to make informed product decisions. I pride myself on my excellent communication skills, which have enabled me to build high-performing teams and deliver market-leading products while fostering a fun and celebratory work environment.

Throughout my career, I have successfully led various initiatives, such as increasing user logins by 450% through targeted communications and building a global content platform from the ground up. My experience includes managing the entire roadmap and backlog for an iOS app, where I drove significant increases in user engagement. I have also spearheaded projects that achieved substantial cost savings and automation, showcasing my ability to innovate and lead in fast-paced environments.

I am passionate about collaboration and have worked alongside diverse teams to drive product vision and strategy. My background in both product management and sales enablement has equipped me with a unique perspective on how to align product development with market needs, ensuring that we deliver exceptional value to our customers.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Senior Product Manager - iOS app

The White Company

May 2024 - Nov 2024 (6 months)

Owned the entire roadmap and backlog for the new iOS app, significantly increasing visits per user and user logins. Led strategy for future initiatives and functionality based on competitor research and stakeholder collaboration.

Product Management iOS Development Roadmapping Push Notifications Stakeholder Management Competitor Analysis

Senior Product Manager - Content Platform

Just Eat Takeaway

Jan 2021 - Jan 2024 (3 years)

Built the global content platform product from scratch, collaborating with engineering to deliver API capabilities and feature development. Spearheaded an initiative to train an AI model for content auto QA, achieving 86% automation and significant cost savings.

Product Management API Development AI Machine Learning Data Analysis Experimentation

Head of Sales Enablement & Product Manager

Big Bus Tours

Jan 2019 - Jan 2021 (2 years)

Achieved 95% digital sales through third-party channels and led a team to boost global B2B sales via digital solutions. Guided strategic digitization projects including Reserve with Google and global rollout of B2B partner booking devices.

Sales Enablement Product Management B2B Sales Strategic Planning Team Leadership Channel Management

Product Development Manager - Ancillary Revenue

Eurostar International

Jan 2017 - Jan 2019 (2 years)

Developed and managed a new global ancillary revenue stream, generating £27m in first-year sales. Collaborated with product owners and development teams to deliver Eurostar's first in-house train+hotel package.

Product Development Partner Management Campaign Optimization Cross Functional Collaboration

Digital Product Manager

TSB Bank PLC

Jan 2016 - Jan 2017 (1 year)

Managed end-to-end sales and commercial performance for current accounts, savings, and business banking products. Led the digital product area, collaborating with cross-functional teams on A/B tests, marketing campaigns, and regulatory updates.

Sales Performance Commercial Strategy A B Testing Marketing Campaigns Regulatory Compliance Stakeholder Management

Product Development Manager & Management Trainee

HSBC Bank PLC

Jan 2013 - Jan 2016 (3 years)

Orchestrated end-to-end project management for a new multi-billion pound mortgage broker sales channel website. Conducted comprehensive supplier tender processes, market research, and user interviews.

Product Development Project Management Supplier Management Market Research User Interviews Budget Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Birmingham

MSc International Marketing, International Marketing

Achieved a Merit in the Master of Science program focusing on International Marketing. The curriculum provided a comprehensive understanding of global marketing strategies and consumer behavior.

University of Exeter

BSc Geography & Sports Science, Geography & Sports Science

Graduated with a 2:1 in a Bachelor of Science degree, combining Geography and Sports Science. This interdisciplinary program provided a strong foundation in both scientific analysis and human-environment interactions.

Vienna International School

International Baccalaureate, General Studies

Completed the International Baccalaureate program, achieving 36 points. This rigorous pre-university course developed strong analytical and critical thinking skills across a broad range of subjects.