Job Description:

Success in retail is being redefined. MarTech is about connecting the dots between the growing influence of digital channels and a physical store presence to provide customers a seamless experience as they discover, consider, buy and get their products and services. With over 6 million store visits a day, a leading online presence across multiple online properties (walgreens.com, drugstore.com, beauty.com and visiondirect.com) and one of the largest and perhaps most successful mobile apps in retail, Walgreens is ready for a product visionary and leader to continue taking us to the next level. The Director of Product Management of MarTech, will lead the product strategy team for Walgreen’s digital across all our Omni-channel initiatives and all our online properties (walgreens.com, drugstore.com, beauty.com and visiondirect.com). Reporting directly to the VP of Product Management, this leader will play a key role in defining our product vision, roadmap and product priorities. She/He/They will also be responsible for putting in place and managing a structured product portfolio management framework and process. This director level role will also be responsible to drive execution of our biggest strategic initiatives and will have a strong influence in shaping the future success of Walgreens in the digital retail space.

Job Responsibilities

• Defines the Omni-channel product vision for MarTech, across marketing, sales, merchandising, operations and service that support the company’s vision, strategy and direction. Develops and oversees the implementation of processes, and policies that have significant impact upon the organization.

• Develops short- and long-range product and service strategies and plans.

• Works cross functionally with all business groups to understand emerging customer and business trends that required enhancements or new product features to be developed

• Defines and prioritize the product development roadmap for the division and company, with a strong product portfolio management analytical approach. Develops budget for specified business unit/product line and is accountable for delivering against business goals/objectives.

• Makes recommendations for the formulation of the strategies and operating plans of the specified area of responsibility, then, based on prevailing conditions executes or adjusts the operating plans. Brings a strong financial and business discipline to roadmap prioritization and perform pre/post launch analysis of each product and drives team financial accountability for results. Sets financial, operational and quality objectives for the unit or product line and develops master operational plans.

• Leads execution (scope, requirements definition and delivery) of top strategic product initiatives

• Shares highly complex information related to areas of expertise. Interacts with senior management to keep abreast of objectives. Interacts with direct reports and peers in management / customers / vendors to interpret information and improve cross-functional processes and programs. Builds and enhances key internal and external contacts.

• Accountable for growth and optimization of consumer awareness, market share and/or specified initiatives.

• Reviews the competitive marketplace and makes adjustments to operational activities based upon identified information.

• Oversees and directs the work of a high performing team of product managers and analysts. Obtains and allocates resources to meet operating plans. Ensures the ongoing training and development of direct reports.

• Develops and mentors staff through on-boarding, open communication, training and development opportunities and performance management processes; builds and maintains employee morale and motivation; ensures the team is appropriately staffed with required competencies; fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace.

About Walgreens and WBA

Walgreens www.walgreens.com is included in the U.S. Retail Pharmacy and U.S. Healthcare segments of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. Nasdaq WBA, an integrated healthcare, pharmacy and retail leader with a 170 year heritage of caring for communities. WBAs purpose is to create more joyful lives through better health. Operating nearly 9,000 retail locations across America, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, Walgreens is proud to be a neighborhood health destination serving nearly 10 million customers each day. Walgreens pharmacists play a critical role in the U.S. healthcare system by providing a wide range of pharmacy and healthcare services, including those that drive equitable access to care for the nations medically underserved populations. To best meet the needs of customers and patients, Walgreens offers a true omnichannel experience, with fully integrated physical and digital platforms supported by the latest technology to deliver high quality products and services in communities nationwide.

The actual salary an employee can expect to receive, plus bonus pursuant to the terms of any bonus plan if applicable, will depend on experience, seniority, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law. To review benefits, please visit jobs.walgreens.com/benefits.

"An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans".

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Job ID: 1401775BR

Title: Director Product Management, MarTech

Company Indicator: Walgreens

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Job Function: Marketing

Full Store Address: 106 WILMOT RD,DEERFIELD,IL 60015

Full District Office Address: 106 WILMOT RD,DEERFIELD,IL,60015-05123-01106-2

External Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 6 years’ experience of product management in technology, retail and/or healthcare industry, directly or through consulting engagements OR a High School Diploma/GED and at least 9 years’ experience of product management in technology, retail and/or healthcare industry, directly or through consulting engagements.

• At least 4 years’ experience in consumer-facing online commerce

• At least 2 years of experience contributing to financial decisions in the workplace.

• At least 3 years of direct leadership, indirect leadership and/or cross-functional team leadership

• Willing to travel up to 10% of the time for business purposes (within state and out of state).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’ s Degree in Computer Science and MBA.

• Experience in a retail industry with strong focus in Omni-channel.

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