Director, Product Strategy and Innovation
π Job Overview
Job Title: Director, Product Strategy and Innovation
Company: U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Location: Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Job Type: Full-time
Category: Product Strategy & Innovation
Date Posted: August 04, 2026
Experience Level: 5-10 years
π Role Summary
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Spearhead the assessment, design, enhancement, and productization of offerings to bolster member value and drive organizational growth.
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Develop comprehensive product roadmaps and strategic recommendations to align with future-state requirements and market demand.
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Foster collaborative partnerships with Member Growth & Strategy teams to ensure offerings meet member needs and expand market reach.
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Drive innovation by identifying opportunities to rationalize, scale, and create new products and services that strengthen the Chamber's value proposition.
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Translate strategic insights into actionable product strategies and compelling business cases to support investment and development.
π Enhancement Note: This role is positioned at a Director level, indicating significant strategic responsibility and the need for proven leadership in product development and innovation. The focus on "productizing" offerings suggests a shift towards treating membership benefits and services as scalable, defined products with clear value propositions and operational frameworks.
π Primary Responsibilities
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Conduct a thorough inventory and assessment of current offerings, programs, capabilities, and strategic partnerships to establish a baseline for innovation.
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Identify and prioritize opportunities for enhancement, rationalization, scaling, and the development of new, innovative offerings that align with member needs and market trends.
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Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, particularly Member Growth & Strategy, to ensure product development is market-driven and aligned with overarching business objectives.
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Develop robust productization strategies, portfolio recommendations, and persuasive business cases that clearly articulate the value, feasibility, and ROI of proposed initiatives.
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Evaluate and define future-state operating requirements and capabilities necessary to support the Chamber's evolving product portfolio and member service delivery.
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Create and present clear, actionable roadmaps that outline the strategic direction for product development, growth initiatives, and the continuous enhancement of member value.
π Enhancement Note: The responsibilities emphasize a blend of strategic analysis, product development lifecycle management, and cross-functional collaboration. The expectation to "productize" offerings implies a need for structured approaches to defining features, benefits, pricing, and delivery mechanisms, akin to traditional product management but applied to services and membership benefits.
π Skills & Qualifications
Education: While not explicitly stated, a Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Strategy, or a related field is typically expected for a Director-level role. Advanced degrees (MBA, Master's) are often preferred for roles involving complex strategy and business case development.
Experience: 5β10 years of progressive experience in product strategy, product management, management consulting, corporate strategy, or organizational transformation.
Required Skills:
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Proven expertise in product strategy development and execution, with a track record of launching successful initiatives.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess market opportunities and complex business challenges.
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Demonstrated ability to build compelling business cases, clearly articulating value propositions, risks, and financial projections.
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Experience in translating strategic insights and market analysis into actionable product recommendations and roadmaps.
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Proficiency in product concept development and the creation of scalable offerings or services.
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Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across various departments and leadership levels.
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Strategic thinking and foresight to anticipate future market
Application Requirements
Candidates must have 5β10 years of experience in product strategy, management consulting, or corporate strategy. A demonstrated ability to build business cases and translate market insights into actionable product recommendations is required.