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Senior Product Manager

Follett Software provides technology solutions for K-12 education, empowering educators with tools that streamline processes and enhance student learning.

Follett Software

Employee count: 1001-5000

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Company Overview:

Everything we do is for educators. We’re partnering with them to advance a bold vision for education that boosts district performance and student success. At Follett Software, we empower educators across roles with technology that streamlines processes and manages information and resources to improve their schools, increase student success, and drive the future of education. We believe that by empowering educators to amplify their impact on students’ lives, we can change the world. Our goal and mission is to drive the future of education. We are inspired by educators to deliver transformative technology. Our innovative, connected solutions simplify challenges and offer a seamless and intuitive experience.

Position Summary

This position will lead the development and execution of our Student Information System. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in enhancing K-12 education by driving innovative solutions that empower educators and administrators to streamline processes and improve student outcomes. SIS experience is a required qualification for this role.

Position Scope

  • Own the product lifecycle: Lead the entire product development process from concept to launch, including defining the product vision, prioritizing requirements, and managing cross-functional teams.
  • Shape the future of SIS: Drive innovation by identifying trends in the K-12 market, gathering customer feedback, and aligning product strategy to meet the evolving needs of school districts.
  • Deliver data-driven insights: Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze user data, system performance, and customer interactions to drive strategic decisions and enhancements.
  • Collaborate and execute flawlessly: Work with engineering, design, and other teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality features and improvements, managing dependencies and resolving challenges.
  • Communicate effectively: Clearly articulate the product vision and roadmap to internal teams and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment across the organization.
  • Drive measurable impact: Define success metrics, monitor performance, and continuously iterate to achieve business objectives and improve customer satisfaction
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent
  • Experienced SIS professional: Minimum 5+ years of product management experience, with at least 3 years focused on Student Information Systems or related EdTech products.
  • K-12 education expert: In-depth understanding of K-12 education systems, processes, and challenges, especially around student information management.
  • Strategic thinker and problem solver: Ability to balance long-term vision with immediate priorities, effectively navigating complex challenges.
  • Collaborative leader: Proven track record of working across teams and leading initiatives that drive meaningful change.
  • Customer-focused: Passion for creating solutions that address real customer needs and deliver tangible value to educators and administrators.
  • Strong communicator: Excellent communication skills, capable of influencing and building consensus among diverse stakeholders

At Follett Software, our people come first.
We’re deeply committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and success of every Team Member. That commitment shows up in a thoughtfully designed, comprehensive benefits package that helps you thrive—at work and in life. Here’s what you can expect:

  • Fully remote work, giving you the flexibility to do your best work from anywhere in the continental U.S. (unless otherwise noted)
  • Subsidized healthcare plans, including orthodontic coverage, with HSA option that includes employer matching
  • Company-paid disability and life insurance, with the option to enhance coverage through voluntary plans
  • Robust Paid Time Off, including Flex PTO for salaried roles, paid parental leave, company holidays, and paid volunteer service time
  • Retirement savings with employer match, vesting every pay period
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
  • Optional supplemental coverages, such as accident, hospital, and critical illness insurance, identity theft and credit monitoring, and legal protection services
  • Meaningful recognition and tangible rewards that celebrate achievements, fuel motivation, and recognize both individual and team success

EEO

Follett Software provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to, among others, individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you are interested in applying for employment and need assistance or an accommodationin the application process due to a disability, please contact us by email and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Email: recruiting@follettsoftware.com

CCPA Notice for California Residents: https://follettsoftware.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Notice-to-California-Applicants.pdf

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Follett Software delivers technology designed to empower educators. We provide integrated solutions that streamline education processes and offer intuitive experiences to enhance the management of educational resources. Our commitment is to build pathways that help educators tackle the many challenges they face, including adapting to new technologies and meeting rigorous educational standards.

For over 150 years, we have been a trusted partner to educational institutions, consistently evolving our offerings to meet the evolving needs of K-12 schools and districts. Our products, such as the Destiny Educator Platform, provide comprehensive tools that streamline workflows and maximize the impact of educators on students’ learning outcomes. At Follett Software, we believe that every educator deserves access to effective and efficient tools that enable them to do more with less, fostering a culture of learning and growth within the educational sector.

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