Crown Equipment Corporation

Product Lead - Software Product Development

Crown Equipment Corporation$90K — $120K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate degree in a relevant field and 2+ years of Product Manager/Product Owner experience.
  • Software development and SaaS experience required.
  • Proven ability to document product requirements and collaborate with technical teams.
  • Strong communication and leadership skills necessary.
  • Experience in presenting to business leadership.
  • Familiarity with AI and Machine Learning is advantageous.
  • Knowledge of agile methodology and Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).

Responsibilities

  • Identify customer needs using JTBD, use cases, and user stories for software development.
  • Lead product development by documenting requirements and collaborating with stakeholders.
  • Guide feature development and align stakeholder needs with technical requirements.
  • Champion product solutions by validating requirements with technology and experience leads.
  • Communicate team progress and participate in leadership presentations.

Benefits

  • Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Plan
  • Flexible Benefits Plan
  • 401K Retirement Savings Plan
  • Life and Disability Benefits
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement
Full Job Description
Job Posting External

Primary Responsibilities

  • Identify and define customer needs using Jobs to be Done (JTBD), use cases, and user stories to drive the development of innovative SaaS solutions, such as fleet and asset management software and tools.
  • Lead product development by documenting and communicating requirements, collaborating across internal teams and stakeholders, and ensuring each solution delivers value and ROI.
  • Guide feature development, aligning stakeholder and business needs with technical requirements throughout the lifecycle, and facilitate communication between internal/external customers and project leadership.
  • Champion product solutions by partnering with technology and experience leads to validate requirements, address broader business factors, and leverage data analytics to support recommendations.
  • Communicate team progress and actively participate in leadership presentations, maintaining a professional and business-focused approach.


Minimum Qualifications

  • Associate degree in a relevant field and at least 2 years of experience in a Product Manager or Product Owner role.
  • Experience in software development and SaaS environments.
  • Demonstrated ability to identify and document product requirements (PRDs) and collaborate effectively with technical teams.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills.
  • Experience presenting to business leadership.
  • Familiarity with AI and Machine Learning is a plus.
  • Strong knowledge of agile methodology and SDLC.
  • Occasional travel required (0-10%).


Hybrid work is available, with onsite presence required in New Bremen, OH.

Work Authorization:

Crown will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

No agency calls please.

Compensation and Benefits:

Crown offers an excellent wage and benefits package for full-time employees including Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Plan, Flexible Benefits Plan, 401K Retirement Savings Plan, Life and Disability Benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement, and much more.

About Crown Equipment Corporation

Crown Equipment Corporation is a manufacturer of material handling equipment. The company was founded in 1945 and is headquartered in New Bremen, Ohio. Crown Equipment offers a wide range of products including forklifts, pallet jacks, and reach trucks. The company also provides warehouse design and automation services. Crown Equipment's products are sold through a network of dealers and distributors across the United States and internationally.
Learn more about Crown Equipment Corporation
Size
16,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1945

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