Senior Product Manager Position Available In Mecklenburg, North Carolina

Job Description:

Sporting News is searching for a Senior Product Manager to drivethe strategy and development of both the website and its keystrategic partnerships.

We are looking for a motivated and drivenSenior Product Manager who will be able to strategize and work withglobally distributed internal and external stakeholders to makeSporting News become the leading global digital sports destinationwith world-class product experiences for the modern sports fan.

Thishigh-profile role will have exposure to all aspects of thebusiness, from the tactical to the strategic. Your innatecreativity combined with your product management experience andresults orientation will enable the business to drive timelyproduct and market decisions that will be crucial to achieving ourgoals. Over time you will set the bar for how we imagine, build,and deliver great products and define our product team as wegrow.

If you are looking to make your mark on a global product witha team of talented, driven and ambitious people, now’s the time toraise your hand!

This permanent position will work from Charlotte,NC and will report to the SVP, Media.

HERE’S A BREAKDOWN OF WHATYOU’LL

(PRIMARILY) DO Help to shape, define and execute the product roadmap acrosseditorial, video, data, and audience engagement features. Decision making in a timely manner. Lead end-to-end product lifecycle management, from discoveryand definition through to delivery and iteration. Collaborate cross-functionally to identify user needs andtranslate them into clear, actionable product requirements andspecifications. Partner with engineering to ensure timely delivery ofhigh-quality product releases. Utilize data, A/B testing, and user feedback to informprioritization, feature development, and performanceoptimization. Contribute to audience and monetization strategy by developingtools that support personalization, SEO, advertising, and affiliateintegrations. Monitor industry trends, competitor activity, and emergingtechnologies to keep our platforms innovative and competitive. Mentoring and coaching product people and teams to deliver highquality products and features.

DO YOU HAVE THESE ESSENTIALS?

Proven experience as a Product Director (ideally 5+ years),with applicable digital product experience such as Sports, Media,Gaming or Entertainment. Strong understanding of content management systems (CMS),analytical tools (GA4, Looker) and performance marketing. Experience working with agile product development teams. Proven ability to balance business goals, user needs andtechnical feasibility. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, comfortableworking with stakeholders across design, editorial, and commercialfunctions. Understanding of sports audiences is a significant plus.

NOTESSENTIAL BUT GREAT IF YOU ALSO HAVE

An understanding of UX in the context of web and appdevelopment An understanding of Ad technology e.g. GAM, Amazon TAM Experience working within data protection regulations (e.g.

GDPR) and related CMP tools. Experience of working with third-party sources to enhance theproduct experience. Experience with sports data and gaming products.

BENEFITSINCLUDEYou’ll receive up to 15 days of paid annual leave, 10 paidsick days, and 10 paid holidays, affordable health benefits (dentaland vision included), competitive parental leave, short andlong-term disability paid by the company, basic life-term insuranceand personal accident insurance paid by the company, 401(k) andflexible work environment.

ABOUT SPORTING NEWS, THE

COMPANYSportingNews is more than a media brand-we are a global team of passionatesports fans delivering trusted content to audiences around theworld. Founded in 1886, we have a 140-year legacy of sportsjournalism excellence, evolving from a print publication into acutting-edge digital media company that serves millions of fansacross multiple platforms and languages.

At our core, we believeinexpert storytelling,ensuring that every piece of content weproduce meets the high expectations of modern sportsenthusiasts.

OurEmployee Value Propositionis built on five keypillars: Expect Curiosity- We embrace change, constantly exploring newways to engage fans and stay ahead in the evolving sports medialandscape. Operate with Integrity- Trust is the foundation of SportingNews, and we uphold that tradition by delivering fact-based,insightful coverage. Answer with Expertise- With a deep understanding of sports andits impact, our team delivers content that is knowledgeable,analytical, and forward-thinking. Deliver Consistently- Whether breaking news, in-depth analysis,or immersive storytelling, we strive to provide high-qualitycontent that resonates with fans. Trust One Another- Our global team collaborates across borders,fostering a culture of respect and inclusion.

At Sporting News, wecelebrate the diversity of our team and leadership. As an equalopportunity employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusiveenvironment where everyone-regardless of race, gender, background,or identity-can contribute, grow, and succeed.

ABOUT SPORTING NEWS,THE

BRANDSporting News is one of the most storied and recognizablesports media brands in the world. Founded in 1886 as a U.S. weeklynewspaper, it became a pioneering force in sportsjournalism-earning titles like “The Nation’s Oldest & Finest SportsPaper” and “The Bible of Baseball.”Today, Sporting News is adigital-first, globally connected media powerhouse with localizededitions in the U.S., Brazil, Canada, Mexico, Argentina, U.K.,Spain, India, Thailand, Vietnam, Australia, and Japan- with moreregions on the horizon. Timeless & Crafted.

No other publisher carries the heritage ofSporting News. Our legacy of expert sports journalism has stood thetest of time, from baseball’s golden age to today’s global sportslandscape. Imaginative & Scalable.

Sporting News now covers all majorsports worldwide, leveraging a network of local experts whounderstand regional nuances while delivering global impact. Reliable & Relatable.

With a rich history and deep audiencetrust, Sporting News is the go-to platform for rights holders,gaming partners, advertisers, broadcasters- and most importantly,sports fans.

As we approach our 140-year milestone, Sporting Newsremains committed to evolving with the ever-changing sports medialandscape while staying true to the values that have defined us forgenerations.

Acquired by an international investment group in 2021with deep sports, media and gaming experience, TSN is poised tobecome the first truly global digital sports media platformbusiness.#LI-KG1 #J-18808-Ljbffr