Director Product Strategy

Company Description Apex Bankcard Services is a premier merchant service provider with over a decade of experience in the payment processing industry. The company delivers comprehensive electronic payment solutions, including credit card processing, e-commerce support, gift cards, check verification, point-of-sale systems, and ATM services. By helping merchants manage payments efficiently, Apex Bankcard Services focuses on minimizing lost sales and improving the customer payment experience. The organization is committed to saving merchants money while implementing solutions that drive revenue growth.
Role Description The Director Product Strategy is a full-time, remote role responsible for leading the strategic direction and roadmap of Apex Bankcard Services’ payment solutions portfolio. This role involves defining product vision, aligning offerings with market needs, and partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful merchant services. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting market and competitive analysis, identifying new product opportunities, and prioritizing initiatives that support business objectives. The Director will collaborate with product management, sales, operations, and technology teams to shape go-to-market plans, optimize product performance, and ensure a consistent, data-driven approach to decision-making. The role also includes monitoring key metrics, refining strategies based on insights, and communicating product plans and progress to senior leadership.
Qualifications
Strong expertise in Product Strategy and Product Management to define vision, roadmap, and lifecycle for payment and merchant service solutions.
Advanced Analytical Skills and experience in Market Research to interpret data, assess trends, and identify opportunities for growth and optimization.
Proven Strategic Planning capabilities to align product initiatives with organizational goals and manage cross-functional execution.
Background in fintech, payments, or merchant services, with a solid understanding of electronic payment processing and related technologies.
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills, with the ability to influence decisions across teams and levels.
Experience working in a remote environment, demonstrating self-motivation, accountability, and effective virtual collaboration.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, Technology, or a related field; advanced degree (MBA or similar) is preferred.

Work arrangement
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