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Product Owner
full-time•Greenville
About this role
Address: 322 Rhett Street, Greenville, South Carolina, United States - 29601
Purpose Financial, Inc. is an innovative consumer financial services company that offers a diverse suite of credit products, promoting financial inclusion and meeting consumers wherever they are. Through its brands, the company is committed to helping customers achieve their version of financial stability in the moment and in the future. Since 1997, Purpose Financial has been a pioneer in the consumer credit and financial services market offering money solutions in over 800 storefronts locations and online lending. Providing services in over 23 states, Purpose Financial employs over 2,500 team members.
At Purpose Financial we are always on the lookout for motivated individuals who share in our values of mutual respect to join our team of outstanding professionals.
We offer:
- Competitive Wages
- Health/Life Benefits
- Health Savings Account plus Employer Seed
- 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
- Paid Parental Leave
- Company Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off including Volunteer Time
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Business Casual Environment
- Rewards & Recognition Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Office in downtown Greenville that offers free parking, onsite gym, free snacks/drinks
To learn more about Purpose Financial visit Purpose Financial Website.
Position Summary
The Product Owner is a key strategic role responsible for guiding the vision, development, and success of platform and digital products across the enterprise. This position serves as the bridge between business objectives and technical implementation. You will work with stakeholders to develop business cases, define and prioritize features, assess tradeoffs, and ensure delivery of high-quality solutions that meet customer needs and drive business value.
Job Responsibility
- Define Product Vision: Establish and communicate a clear product vision aligned with business objectives.
- Manage Product Backlog: Full ownership of managing, grooming, and prioritizing the product backlog in alignment with business objectives.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with customers, business leaders, and other stakeholders to gather requirements and feedback.
- User Story Development: Write detailed, clear, and actionable user stories and epics, incorporating technical requirements and constraints.
- Sprint Planning & Review: Participate in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
- Quality Assurance: Review and accept completed work, ensuring it meets quality standards and business requirements.
- Performance Monitoring: Track product performance and progress toward strategic goals using KPIs and user feedback.
- Problem Solving: Identify and resolve conflicts or obstacles that may hinder product development.
Job Responsibilities Cont.
Education Required
- Bachelor’s degree in technical discipline such as Business, Engineering, STEM, or related field
- Certifications such as CSPO, SAFe PO, and PMP are a plus.
Experience Required
- Minimum 3 years of experience in product management or a closely related role.
- Proven track record of leading end-to-end product feature development or full product launches
- Hands-on experience with product lifecycle management tools such as Jira, Rally, or equivalent
- Familiarity with A/B testing methodologies and user testing practices to validate product decisions
Knowledge Required
- Technical background with an understanding of system architecture, APIs, cloud technologies, databases, and software development practices.
- Data & Analytics: Use data-driven insights to support decision-making, monitor product performance, and inform roadmap planning.
- Ability to communicate effectively in Spanish is a plus
Physical Requirements
Sitting for long periods of time; standing occasionally; walking; bending; squatting; kneeling; pushing/pulling; reaching; twisting; frequent lifting of less than 10 lbs., occasional lifting of up to 20 lbs.; driving and having access during the workday to an insured and reliable transportation; typing; data entry; grasping; transferring items between hands and/or to another person or receptacle; use of office equipment to include computers; ability to travel to, be physically present at, and complete the physical requirements of the position at any assigned location.
Competencies
OKR
Travel
up to 20%
Attire
Business Casual
Other
Must be eligible to work in the USA and able to pass a background check.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
Requisition ID: 45929
What you'll do
- The Product Owner is responsible for guiding the vision, development, and success of platform and digital products. This role involves managing the product backlog, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring high-quality solutions that meet customer needs.
About Purpose Financial
An innovative consumer financial services company, Purpose Financial is dedicated to helping our customers achieve financial stability — whatever that looks like for them — both in the moment and in the future.
Through our consumer brands, Advance America and Purpose Money, we provide accessible borrowing options and connect consumers with a streamlined, digital banking solution to meet the demands of modern living.
We are proud to be recognized as a Great Place To Work®. This employee-validated certification is a testament to our commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive, and supportive work environment. Our team members are at the heart of everything we do, and their vote of confidence highlights our dedication to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.
We’re always looking for people who are passionate about helping others. Visit our website to learn more and see if you’re a good fit!
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