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Full-Time

Senior Manager

Product Management: Consumer Experiences

Posted on 9/23/2024

Cruise

Cruise

1,001-5,000 employees

Self-driving electric vehicle ride-hailing service

Automotive & Transportation
Robotics & Automation
Energy

Compensation Overview

$192.5k - $283kAnnually

+ Bonus + Long-term Incentives

Senior, Expert

San Francisco, CA, USA

CruiseFlex, our location-flexible work policy.

Category
Product Management
Product
Required Skills
Agile
Communications
Requirements
  • Proven experience in product management, with a track record of successfully leading and launching complex consumer-facing products
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and guide a team of product managers
  • Excellent written, communication, and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively alongside cross-functional teams
  • Deep understanding of the product development lifecycle and agile methodologies
Responsibilities
  • Develop and execute on a product strategy for building consumer experiences, ensuring alignment with the company mission & objectives
  • Lead and mentor a team of product managers, creating a high functioning team
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with design, engineering, and other stakeholders to articulate a clear product vision, strategy, and roadmap
  • Analyze market trends, customer feedback, and competitive landscape to identify opportunities for product innovation and improvement
  • Drive the execution of product initiatives from ideation to launch, ensuring high-quality outcomes

Cruise focuses on providing an all-electric, self-driving car service specifically designed for urban areas. Its vehicles use advanced technology to navigate city streets autonomously, continuously learning from their experiences to improve safety and efficiency. Unlike traditional ride-hailing services, Cruise operates a fleet of fully autonomous vehicles, eliminating the need for human drivers, which helps lower operational costs and offers a unique experience for users. The company collaborates with local organizations to tailor its services to the needs of the communities it serves. Cruise aims to transform urban transportation by offering a safer, more efficient, and environmentally friendly alternative, powered entirely by renewable energy.

Company Stage

Series A

Total Funding

$13.7B

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2013

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-10%

1 year growth

-26%

2 year growth

-6%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The appointment of experienced executives like Marc Whitten and Steve Kenner could bring strong leadership and safety improvements to Cruise.
  • General Motors' significant investment in Cruise underscores confidence in the company's potential and provides financial stability.
  • Cruise's innovative approach to urban transportation could lead to widespread adoption and a significant reduction in city traffic congestion and pollution.

What critics are saying

  • Safety concerns and incidents involving Cruise's autonomous vehicles could damage the company's reputation and hinder regulatory approvals.
  • Layoffs and executive turnover may lead to operational disruptions and affect employee morale.

What makes Cruise unique

  • Cruise's focus on all-electric, fully autonomous vehicles sets it apart from traditional ride-hailing services like Uber and Lyft, which still rely on human drivers.
  • The company's commitment to using 100% renewable energy for its fleet appeals to environmentally conscious consumers, distinguishing it from competitors.
  • Cruise's continuous learning technology enhances the safety and efficiency of its autonomous vehicles, providing a competitive edge in the self-driving car market.

Benefits

Flexible vacation

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Fertility & family expansion benefits

401k matching program

Monthly social events

Community volunteering programs

Healthy meals & snacks for onsite employees

Quarterly offsites & working retreats

Monthly wellness stipend

Mental health support

Professional development programs

On-site gym in SF HQ

Commuter benefits for onsite employees

Medical, dental & vision coverage

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