Product Manager - Credit and Lending DeliveryPosition Type: FULL_TIMECompany Overview:Headquartered in Wichita, KS, AgVantis is a unique technology solutions and business services organization, providing solutions to Farm Credit Banks and Member-Owned Associations. We navigate the complex Farm Credit regulatory environment with tailored solutions designed for Farm Credit Entities.Benefits offered by AgVantis:Powering those who grow AmericaInvestment in employee development and trainingMedical, Dental, Vision coverage (HSA and FSA available)Outstanding 401K - automatic 3% employer contribution, plus match up to 6%Competitive Incentive Compensation PlanDisability & Life InsuranceEmployee mental, physical, and financial wellness programsZander Identity Theft Protection for employee and familyHybrid Work SchedulesPosition Summary:The Product Manager – Lending and Credit Delivery will be responsible for the vision and roadmap for the capabilities AgVantis will deliver to Associations for Lending and Credit Delivery. This role involves understanding Association needs, maintaining a backlog of enhancements, and influencing vendor roadmaps. The Product Manager will oversee products from ideation to implementation, ensuring existing products meet customer expectations.Essential Functions:Manage the backlog of requests for new features, applying prioritization frameworks as necessary.Focus on business problems, not solutions, assessing whether an Association's needs can be met with existing solutions.Create and manage product roadmap.Understand and influence vendor roadmaps and assess impact on Association processes.Assess whether a requested feature should become part of the base product or be a one-off enhancement for a particular Association.Responsible for ideation, scoping, development, launch, and follow-up on features.Define and analyze metrics that measure the success of products.Communicate business needs to product support.Communicate product status, key issues, and launch plans to stakeholders across the organization.Execute Buy, Build, or Partner Analysis for new capabilities.Define "minimum viable product" & product direction.Perform stakeholder interviews.Delivery and release coordination, including training on new features.Other Functions:Perform other duties and assume other responsibilities as assigned.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, business management, finance, computer science, or related field, or equivalent work experience.8+ years' experience advising or acting as a leader in a product-led business technology organization.6+ years' experience as a product manager, product owner, or related experience.Preferred experience with loan origination or loan accounting processes in the Farm Credit System or financial industry.Experience in lending, servicing, and general accounting initiatives.Strong knowledge of the finance market, regulatory environment, and compliance pertaining to Farm Credit Associations (FCAs) and banking.Experience with Agile methodology.Strong relationship management skills and ability to gather, compile, organize, and analyze information.Strong oral and written communication skills across all levels of the organization.Ability to describe and demonstrate new and existing features to foster problem-solving and illustrate the value of the product.Knowledge of developing and facilitating user training and digital application architecture.Ability to communicate features to association leaders and engage team members.Familiarity with lending and credit underwriting functions.Understanding of product metrics, e.g., KPI's and OKRs.Entrepreneurial spirit, self-reliance, and a willingness to understand details.Curiosity and a growth mindset.Moderate travel with overnight stays as required.Regular attendance is required, with the ability to work a full 8-hour day and overtime as needed.Materials and Equipment:Policy manuals, procedures manuals, training manuals, computer equipment, calculator, telephone, printer, copy machine, projector, video equipment.Physical Requirements:Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.Mental Activities:Analyzing, calculating, comparing, consulting, coordinating, designing, documenting, editing, evaluating, interpreting, organizing, planning, presenting, reading, specifying, training.Physical Activities:Hearing, kneeling, reading, repetitive motions, talking, walking, writing.Application Process: In addition to applying through this site, please follow this link to complete the application process: Application LinkSign up to help Farm Credit advocate for issues important to farmers, ranchers, and the rural communities they call home.#J-18808-Ljbffr
