Director Product Strategy, Biometrics

Company Description

Canadian Bank Note Company (CBN) designs and develops industry leading solutions for the following domains: Border Security, Civil Identity, Driver Identification and Vehicle Information, Excise Control and Currency, Lotteries and Charitable Gaming. To learn more, visit www.cbnco.com .

What We Can Offer You

• Compensation: We seek long term relationships with our employees and recognize and reward them with a competitive total compensation package that includes:  
  • An industry leading defined contribution pension plan with company matching contributions (up to 5%) and payment of service fees, 
  • Best-in-class health, medical and life insurance benefits;  
  • Access to virtual and telehealth services and apps; and
  • Very progressive fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits to support all definitions of family.  
• Career: As a knowledge-based organization we will provide you with a wealth of learning opportunities and challenging work that will grow your knowledge, skills and abilities. At CBN, we encourage and empower our employees to chart their own career path, putting you in control of your future.   
• Culture: Personal character is the foundation of our culture. CBN’s 7 Core Principles shape and guide our behaviours and underpin the sense of community you will experience at CBN. Equity, diversity and inclusivity are important to us as an organization, and we are committed to fostering and developing a work environment where every employee is treated with dignity and respect. 

Job Description

Internal Job Title: Director, Biometrics
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Job Location: 18 Auriga Drive, Ottawa, ON
Work Model: Hybrid 

Position Summary

As Director of Product Strategy, Biometrics you will be responsible for guiding the product vision of our biometric solutions, aligning it with business objectives, and ensuring the successful development and market performance of CBN’s biometric product portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning and Vision
  • Define and refine the product vision to align with business objectives
  • Develop comprehensive product strategies and roadmaps
  • Set clear objectives and key performance indicators (KPIs) for product success
  • Create and maintain business plans, including pricing strategies
  • Make buy/build/partner decisions for product development
• Market Research and Analysis
  • Conduct extensive market research to identify customer needs, trends, and opportunities
  • Analyze industry trends, competitive landscapes, and market conditions
  • Perform competitive analysis to assess strengths and weaknesses of rival products
  • Conduct win/loss analysis of product performance
• Product Development Oversight
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prioritize product features
  • Oversee product development, working closely with product owners and development teams
  • Evaluate product prototypes and provide feedback
  • Gather and analyze customer feedback to guide product enhancements
  • Ensure customer feedback is incorporated into product planning and development
  • Ensure quality standards are met throughout the development process
• Stakeholder Management
  • Engage with executives and other leaders to advocate for product priorities
  • Secure necessary resources for product initiatives
  • Foster relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring alignment with product vision
  • Develop and present business cases to justify product initiatives
  • Communicate progress toward key metrics to company stakeholders
• Go-to-Market Strategy
  • Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to develop effective strategies
  • Define product positioning for all markets and buyer types
  • Assist in creating and approving final marketing and go-to-market plans
  • Determine optimal distribution strategies
• Innovation and Growth
  • Seek new market opportunities by leveraging the company's distinctive competence
  • Identify and validate market problems for both existing and future customers
  • Classify features according to strategic goals
  • Assist with quarterly planning and assign objectives to Product teams
• Leadership and People Management
  • Provide coaching and guidance to team members and develop future product leaders within the organization
  • Foster collaboration among cross-functional teams
• Various Other Duties and Responsibilities

Qualifications

Knowledge and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Computer Science (or similar fields)
• Master’s of Business Administration (MBA) is an asset
• Knowledge of the following:
  • Product development methodologies and practices
  • Product road-mapping and feature prioritization
  • IT systems (hardware, software, data, network, etc.)
  • Agile development methodology
• 10+ years of experience in an IT related position (software development, systems analyst, product manager, etc.)

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in MS 0365
• Proficiency in MS Project

Soft Skills and Abilities

• Critical thinking skills
  • Analytical, problem-solving, strategic thinking
• Creative thinking skills
• Interpersonal skills
  • Communication, teamwork and collaboration, leadership
• Organization and time management skills
• Presentation skills

Mandatory Requirements

• Fluency in English (reading, writing, speaking)
• Fluency in French (reading, writing, speaking) is an asset
• Ability to travel internationally approx. 6-8 weeks/year

• Ability to obtain and maintain Government of Canada Secret (Level II) clearance

Additional Information

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, CBN is committed to achieving a skilled workforce that reflects the diversity of the Canadian population. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including but not limited to women, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

CBN is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the interview coordinator of any accommodation measures you may require.