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VP of Product

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Paperless Parts

Paperless Parts

51-200 employees

Cloud-based quoting software for manufacturers

Industrial & Manufacturing
Enterprise Software

Senior, Expert

No H1B Sponsorship

Boston, MA, USA

Headquarters located in downtown Boston, MA, easily accessible to most transit routes.

US Citizenship Required

Category
Product Management
Product Strategy
Product
Required Skills
Market Research
Product Management
Product Design
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • 10+ years of experience in product management, with a strong track record of successfully leading product teams through growth phases in a B2B SaaS environment.
  • Experience in the manufacturing software industry or a strong interest in rapidly learning about this exciting space.
  • Proven ability to develop and execute product strategies that align with business objectives and drive measurable results.
  • Deep understanding of customer needs and market dynamics, with experience in customer discovery.
  • Demonstrated experience partnering closely with engineering leadership to deliver high-quality products.
  • Strong leadership skills with a passion for mentoring and developing talent, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions and navigate complex trade-offs.
  • US Citizenship or Green Card Holder.
Responsibilities
  • Define and communicate a compelling product roadmap that aligns with our company’s objectives and long-term goals.
  • Drive product discovery processes, leveraging customer feedback, market research, and data analysis to inform product decisions that deliver maximum value to our customers.
  • Partner closely with leaders in engineering, sales, customer success, and marketing to ensure seamless execution of the product roadmap and balance customer needs, technical constraints, and business goals.
  • Build and mentor a high-performing team of Product Managers and Designers, fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and professional growth.
  • Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive landscape to ensure our product offerings remain differentiated and valuable.
  • Act as the voice of the product both internally and externally, effectively communicating product vision, strategy, and progress to senior leadership, the broader organization, and customers.

Paperless Parts provides quoting software designed specifically for manufacturers, catering to a wide range of clients from small job shops to large production facilities. Their main product is a cloud-based platform that simplifies and speeds up the quoting process, ensuring greater accuracy. This platform features advanced analytics, collaboration tools, and a part viewer, which assist manufacturers in optimizing their operations and increasing their success rates in winning quotes. Unlike many competitors, Paperless Parts operates on a subscription-based model, allowing clients to access the software for a recurring fee. The company's goal is to enhance efficiency and accessibility in the manufacturing sector, ultimately aiming to transform the industry.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$37M

Headquarters

Boston, Massachusetts

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

-1%

2 year growth

-14%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Recognition as one of Boston’s Best Places to Work enhances its appeal to top tech talent, fostering a strong and innovative workforce.
  • The opening of a new West Coast office positions Paperless Parts to better serve the aerospace industry, a rapidly growing market segment.
  • Recent enhancements to their platform, such as the AI-supported quote setup workflow and 3D Part Viewer, demonstrate a commitment to continuous innovation.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape of manufacturing software is intense, requiring constant innovation to maintain a competitive edge.
  • Rapid expansion, including aggressive hiring and new office openings, could strain resources and operational efficiency.

What makes Paperless Parts unique

  • Paperless Parts leverages AI-supported workflows to significantly reduce quote setup times, a unique feature in the custom part manufacturing sector.
  • The company's focus on vertical SaaS for the manufacturing value chain sets it apart from more generalized software solutions.
  • Their cloud-based, format-agnostic 3D Part Viewer enhances accessibility and usability for manufacturers, distinguishing it from traditional CAD software.

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