Product Manager

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Product Manager (Mid-Level, Freelance / short term Contract)

We are Catalyx - Ideas, Built Right!

We help leading brands maximize their product & innovation potential, from initial insight discovery all the way through to successful in-market performance, with a specific focus on tangible products that consumers can handle, taste, or feel.

Our team collaborates with clients in over 50 countries, using our product, Catalyx Canvas, a transparent framework & interface that unites strategy, creativity, research, and validation. It clearly shows clients what information they have, what is missing, and provides the necessary tools to fill those gaps, leveraging AI-enabled creativity and consumer research discovery.

About the Role

We are seeking a Mid-Level Product Manager on a freelance or temporary contract basis to help shape and deliver our insight-driven product. This product is designed to support client insight and product development, helping our clients make data-informed decisions. You will report directly to our Operations Director and work closely with cross-functional teams to drive product strategy, execution, and adoption.

Responsibilities
• Define and communicate product vision, strategy, and roadmap aligned with the agency's goals and client needs
• Gather and prioritize product and client requirements through research, data analysis, and stakeholder input
• Translate business and client needs into detailed product requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria
• Collaborate with design and engineering teams to ensure timely, high-quality product delivery
• Manage product backlog, participate in sprint planning, and make trade-off decisions as needed
• Track product performance using qualitative and quantitative metrics and iterate accordingly
• Serve as the primary point of contact for product-related questions across the agency
• Support marketing and client-facing teams with product positioning, updates, and launch communications
• Collect and synthesize client feedback to inform future improvements and innovation

What we're looking for
• 3-7 years of experience in product management or a related role
• Demonstrated ability to manage products through the full product lifecycle
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-informed approach to decision-making
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in agile or iterative development environments
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in insight, research, or consulting-focused products
• Familiarity with product analytics tools (e.g., Amplitude, Mixpanel, GA)
• Experience conducting user research and usability testing
• Background in working with client-driven solutions and B2B products

What Success Looks Like
• A well-defined product roadmap understood and supported by the Operations Director and team
• Product milestones delivered on schedule, meeting client needs and business objectives
• Strong collaboration and trust with cross-functional teams
• Measurable improvements in key product metrics, client satisfaction, and adoption rates

Why Join Us
• Opportunity to have a tangible impact on client insights and product development processes
• Flexible contract role with scope for meaningful contribution
• Collaborative, fast-paced environment in a growing scale-up
• Exposure to client-facing and internal product strategy initiatives