Senior Product Manager
Job Description
This company is seeking a Senior Product Manager to play a pivotal role in building and launching early-stage ventures across a diverse range of industries. This role offers the unique opportunity to work at the intersection of entrepreneurship and innovation, backed by a world-class institutional investor. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker and hands-on builder with a passion for identifying customer pain points and creating solutions from the ground up. The environment is collaborative, fast-paced, and deeply focused on impact and inclusion.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to identify, validate, and pitch new venture opportunities.
- Lead industry and customer research initiatives, including interviews, competitive analysis, and market studies.
- Define product strategies, MVPs, and go-to-market approaches in partnership with design, engineering, and venture teams.
- Prioritize product features and manage execution from conception through launch.
- Drive iterative development using customer feedback and data insights.
- Promote knowledge-sharing across ventures to continuously evolve the product development process.
- Contribute to a transparent, inclusive, and diverse workplace culture.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of experience in product management, with a track record of delivering successful products from 0 to 1.
- Strong understanding of emerging technologies and market trends.
- Demonstrated ability to lead user research and synthesize insights into actionable strategies.
- An entrepreneurial mindset with comfort navigating ambiguity and wearing multiple hats.
- Excellent cross-functional collaboration and communication skills.
- Open to occasional travel and able to work from the Toronto office as needed.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package including base salary, bonus, and equity participation.
- Company-matched RRSP contributions.
- Comprehensive health benefits, including extended healthcare, fitness, and mindfulness allowances.
- Generous paid time off policies including vacation, sick leave, and parental leave top-ups.
- Mobile phone and education reimbursements.
- A workplace committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and providing accommodations throughout the hiring process.
Toast's Process
1. Application Review
Submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, through our online portal. Our team will carefully review your qualifications and experiences. We take pride in responding promptly, so if your application aligns with our current opportunities, you’ll hear back from us with next steps. Your journey with Toast begins here, and we’re excited to see what you bring to the table!
2. Vetting Call
If your application is successful, we’ll schedule a vetting call with a member of the Toast team. This 30-45 minute informal conversation is designed for us to get to know you better and assess your skills. Be prepared to discuss your past projects, the challenges you’ve tackled, and the impact you’ve made. This is your chance to shine and show us why you’re a great fit for the roles we offer.
3. Profile Creation
Once you’ve impressed us in the vetting call, we’ll create an unbiased profile that highlights your experience while minimizing common biases. Instead, we focus on your skills, industry experience, and the impact you’ve made. This way, your profile reflects your true potential and accomplishments.
4. Client Submission
After crafting your unbiased profile, we submit it to our trusted clients. We work closely with these clients to ensure they understand the value you bring. Throughout their interview process, we remain by your side, providing support and guidance. Our goal is to help you navigate the hiring process smoothly and confidently, ensuring you have the best chance to secure a role that fits your skills and aspirations.