Walgreens

Principal Product Manager I

Walgreens$120K — $150K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree and at least 6 years of product management experience in a matrixed organization, or High School/GED with at least 9 years of equivalent experience.
  • Experience in agile environments to enhance product delivery and adaptability.
  • Ability to lead and motivate resources in a matrix organization.
  • Proven track record in communicating product feature expectations to engineering teams.
  • Experience conducting surveys for product feature development based on user needs.
  • Past involvement with user groups and scrum teams to analyze user stories for product refinement.
  • Minimum of 2 years contributing to financial decisions impacting product development.
  • At least 3 years in direct, indirect, or cross-functional leadership roles.

Responsibilities

  • Establish and communicate a clear product vision and roadmap aligned with company goals.
  • Ensure product development aligns with both customer needs and strategic objectives.
  • Engage actively with cross-functional teams for effective product development.
  • Identify enhancement opportunities using data, customer insights, and market feedback.
  • Develop and convey a holistic approach to product execution to the engineering team.
  • Collaborate with leadership for cross-functional alignment and stakeholder engagement.
  • Train and develop junior product team members on agile practices and ceremonies.
  • Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for assessing product success.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health coverage options including medical, dental, and vision.
  • 401(k) with company match to support long-term savings.
  • Paid time off and company holidays for work-life balance.
  • Opportunities for training and professional development.
  • Employee discounts and wellness programs.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Job Summary

The Principal Product Manager (PPM) will oversee all aspects of a given product portfolio. The PPM is responsible for creating the strategic product roadmap, ensuring stakeholder support, identifying product opportunities, quantifying product results, and driving the timely and accurate delivery of product features. The PPM will collaborate with Product Managers (PM) and Product Architects (PA) to constantly improve the effectiveness, performance, and stability for their product portfolio. Although the PPM is an individual contributor, as a senior member of the product team, the PPM is expected to help coach junior product team members.

Job Responsibilities
  • Establishes, leads, and communicates a clear product vision and roadmap that aligns with department and company goals
  • Ensures alignment between roadmap, company objectives, and customer needs
  • Actively engages with cross-functional teams across business, IT and design to ensure effective product development
  • Utilizes data, customer insights, and market feedback to identify opportunities for product feature enhancements.
  • Develops an overall holistic approach to product execution and development and conveys outcomes/goals to the supporting Engineering team
  • Collaborates with leadership and works to gain cross-functional alignment across the organization
  • Actively manages executive stakeholder engagement - communicates product plans, priorities, and progress to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and buy-in
  • Trains and develops other product team members on executing Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, backlog grooming, and retrospectives
  • Defines and monitors key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure product success and identify areas for improvement
  • Fosters a culture of experimentation, encouraging A/B testing and data-driven decisions
  • Monitors and manages product and program budgets
  • Advocates for and acts as the voice of the customer, leveraging feedback, interviews, and analytics to shape product direction
  • Contributes to long-term strategic planning - ensuring that needs of product area are being addressed and invested in.


External Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree and at least 6 years of experience in Product Manager or Technical Product Manager in a matrixed organization leading mid to large size products or High School/GED at least 9 years of experience in Product Manager or Technical Product Manager in a matrixed organization leading mid to large size products.
  • Experience working in an agile environment
  • Experience directing and motivating resources in a matrix organization
  • Experience relaying expectations of product features to engineering teams
  • Experience conducting surveys to determine most appropriate feature to add to a new or existing product
  • Experience working with user groups and scrum team to obtain and analyze user stories
  • 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

  • Retail and customer led product development preferred.

The Salary below is being provided to promote pay transparency and equal employment opportunities at Walgreens. The actual hourly salary within this range that you will be offered will depend on a variety of factors including geography, skills and abilities, education, experience and other relevant factors. This role will remain open until filled. To review benefits, please click here jobs.walgreens.com/benefits. If you are applying on a job board or unable to click on the link, please copy and paste this URL into your browser jobs.walgreens.com/benefits

About Walgreens

Walgreens is the nation's largest drugstore chain with fiscal 2010 sales of $67 billion. The company operates 7,689 drugstores in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. Each day, Walgreens provides nearly 6 million customers the most convenient, multichannel access to consumer goods and services and trusted, cost-effective pharmacy, health and wellness services, and advice in communities across America. Walgreens scope of pharmacy services includes retail, specialty, infusion, medical facility, and mail service, along with respiratory services. These services improve health outcomes and lower costs for payers including employers, managed care organizations, health systems, pharmacy benefit managers, and the public sector. Take Care Health Systems is a Walgreens subsidiary that is the largest and most comprehensive manager of worksite health centers and in-store convenient care clinics, with more than 700 locations throughout the country.

Walgreens Careers

Joining Walgreens means becoming part of a team dedicated to inspiring health and well-being across America. As a cornerstone of the community, Walgreens offers unparalleled job opportunities in the retail and healthcare sectors, making it an ideal place for professional growth and innovation. Work You’ll Do At Walgreens, every position contributes to our mission of delivering premier health solutions while ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace that fosters growth. Our team members are at the forefront of transforming customer experiences through dedication and expertise. Lead with Innovation and Leadership Embrace the opportunity to lead at Walgreens, where we combine industry expertise with a culture of innovation. Our leadership is committed to nurturing a professional environment where ideas thrive and leadership skills are honed through comprehensive diversity training and leadership development programs. Engage in Meaningful Work Join a team that values hard work and creativity, where your skills will be enhanced through challenging projects and collaborative team efforts. Walgreens is not just about filling prescriptions—it's about offering solutions that promote healthier communities. Explore Career Opportunities Whether you're looking for an entry-level position or a more advanced professional role, Walgreens offers a range of career paths in dynamic business areas. From in-store roles to corporate support, our job opportunities are designed to fit a variety of skills and interests. Internship and Employment Benefits Start your career with a Walgreens internship and gain hands-on experience that paves the way for future employment. Our interns work on real projects that matter, gaining skills that are crucial for future success. Full-time team members enjoy a wealth of benefits, including comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and exclusive employee discounts. Invest in Your Career Growth Walgreens is committed to the career development of our employees. We provide resources and training that encourage continuous learning and career advancement. With support for certifications and networking opportunities, team members can expand their professional horizons and achieve their career goals. Stay Connected Join Our Team Discover the diverse range of hiring opportunities at Walgreens by exploring open positions that match your skills and interests. We are looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players ready to make a significant impact. Keep Up to Date Stay informed with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work at Walgreens. Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding opportunities that await at Walgreens. At Walgreens, we are excited to see where your ambition takes you. Join us and be part of a team that is dedicated to shaping the future of health and wellness for everyone.
Learn more about Walgreens
Size
202,000 employees
Market Cap
$32.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$696 million
Founded
1901
5 Year Trend
+2.3%
Revenue
$141.5 billion
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