Manager Product - Poka Team

Company Description

IFS is a billion-dollar revenue company with 6000+ employees on all continents. Our leading AI technology is the backbone of our award-winning enterprise software solutions, enabling our customers to be their best when it really matters–at the Moment of Service™. Our commitment to internal AI adoption has allowed us to stay at the forefront of technological advancements, ensuring our colleagues can unlock their creativity and productivity, and our solutions are always cutting-edge.

At IFS, we’re flexible, we’re innovative, and we’re focused not only on how we can engage with our customers but on how we can make a real change and have a worldwide impact. We help solve some of society’s greatest challenges, fostering a better future through our agility, collaboration, and trust.

We celebrate diversity and understand our responsibility to reflect the diverse world we work in. We are committed to promoting an inclusive workforce that fully represents the many different cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints of our customers, our partners, and our communities. As a truly international company serving people from around the globe, we realize that our success is tantamount to the respect we have for those different points of view.

By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to be part of a global, diverse environment; you will be joining a winning team with a commitment to sustainability; and a company where we get things done so that you can make a positive impact on the world.

We’re looking for innovative and original thinkers to work in an environment where you can #MakeYourMoment so that we can help others make theirs. With the power of our AI-driven solutions, we empower our team to change the status quo and make a real difference.

If you want to change the status quo, we’ll help you make your moment. Join Team Purple. Join IFS

Job Description

As a Manager Product, you will oversee the operational excellence and development of Product Owners and Product Designers in Sri Lanka, ensuring their work aligns with the strategic goals defined by the global product team. This role emphasizes mentorship, team management, process improvement, and cross-regional collaboration to support the successful delivery of high-quality products. You will play a key role in facilitating alignment and execution across teams.

What you’ll be responsible for:

• Mentor Product Owners & Product Designers to support their professional growth and skill development.
• Guide backlog prioritization and user story refinement to align with product goals.
• Foster personal development through regular feedback, goal setting, and performance reviews.
• Promote effective teamwork across our Sri Lanka and Canada product & design teams.
• Contribute to hiring processes and ensure seamless onboarding for new team members.
• Oversee teams, remove blockers, and ensure timely delivery of key milestones.
• Collaborate with engineering leads to drive alignment and productivity.
• Optimize team workflows and processes for efficiency and alignment with best practices.
• Coordinate tasks and timelines to prepare for smooth product releases.
• Communicate updates and risks to stakeholders, ensuring readiness across teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in product management, product ownership, or a similar leadership role, ideally in SaaS or tech environments.
• Proven ability to coach and develop team members, fostering growth and performance.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to manage cross-regional teams and promote teamwork.
• Skilled in identifying blockers and driving solutions to ensure team progress and alignment.
• Ability to work effectively across geographically distributed teams and embrace cultural diversity.

Additional Information

We embrace flexibility and hybrid work opportunities to support diverse needs and lifestyles, while also valuing inclusive workplace experiences. By fostering a sense of community, we drive innovation, strengthen connections, and nurture belonging. Our commitment ensures you can work in a way that suits you best, while also engaging with colleagues to share ideas and build meaningful relationships.