About This Role
Vodafone today serves customers across a range of segments (MNC, Mid‑Large corporate, Public Sector) with a broad range of Cloud and Edge solutions. This role will be responsible for supporting the development of a compelling portfolio of products and services working closely with members of the Digital Services cluster team, other product lines and product teams in Vodafone markets.
This role lets you build a wide range of product management skills. You’ll need to adjust priorities as business needs change, understand customers and markets across different countries, and work with various internal teams and external partners to deliver products successfully.
Candidates should have solid experience of Product Management, cloud technologies and be able to demonstrate an ability to work with diverse teams to deliver projects on‑time and in‑budget.
Key Accountabilities and Decision Ownership
* Actively participate in the development of portfolio strategy (3‑5‑year horizon) aligned to global business and commercial priorities (e.g. revenue growth and new customer acquisition)
* Ownership and accountability of product elements of the wider cloud & edge product portfolio including scope, business commercials, P&L and revenue growth forecasts
* Work with Vodafone and Partner Markets to capture and translate customer needs into clear product capabilities and features or to optimise existing products
* Oversee and coordinate product development to ensure necessary leadership, governance, funding and key deliverables are achieved on time and to quality, working with respective Technology Product Leads
* Identify and work with product partners and determine how they will support the creation of new products
* Propose and lead actions to improve product quality and customer experience
* Support all in‑life and end‑of‑life requirements to optimise global product performance, capability and commercials, initiating resolving actions where necessary
Core Competencies, Knowledge and Experience
* Experience of Product Management including cloud, DevOps and managed services
* Knowledge of cloud platforms from a service provider perspective
* Experience with open‑source platforms is highly valued
* Good understanding of cloud technology, ICT professional and managed services
* Knowledge of AI technology and principles would be beneficial
* Strong communication and collaboration skills
* Proven ability to tackle obstacles and drive business outcomes
* Ability to lead on behalf of their product during product development and when in‑life
* Experience working with commercial teams, technology functions and technology vendors
* Experience working in an international business setting, with different nationalities and cultures
* Experience working with commercial and financial principles including pricing models, vendor management and P&L
Benefits
* Hybrid work model
* Bonus on top of the gross salary
* Meal voucher (Ticket Restaurant)
* Flexible working hours from Monday to Thursday, with an intensive schedule on Fridays
* Intensive Summer Schedule during July and August
* Up to 20 days per year of 100% remote work from other locations
* Private Health and Life Insurance for employees
* 25 vacation days, plus December 24th and 31st off
* Optional Pension Plan
* Access to an online learning platform for continuous training
Equal Opportunity Employment
Vodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio‑economic background.
Concerned you may not meet every requirement? Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best.
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