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Your complete guide to the Product Manager Role: Duties, salary & hiring tips

Purpose of the Product Manager

The Product Manager leads the development, strategy, and lifecycle management of a product or portfolio, ensuring alignment with customer needs and business objectives.

Product Manager's duties and responsibilities

• Product Strategy:
Define product vision, roadmap, and priorities based on market analysis.

• Development Oversight:
Coordinate product development with cross-functional teams.

• Market Research:
Gather insights to inform new features and enhancements.

• Stakeholder Engagement:
Collaborate with sales, marketing, and engineering teams.

• Performance Monitoring:
Track product success metrics and customer satisfaction.

Requirements and qualifications for a Product Manager

• 3–5 years’ experience in product management
• Strong understanding of product lifecycle and market strategy
• Excellent project management and analytical skills
• Proficient in product tools (e.g., Jira, Trello, Aha!)
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement

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