At Pearson, we’re committed to a world that’s always learning and to our talented team who makes it all possible. We are bold thinkers and standout innovators who motivate each other to explore new frontiers in an environment that supports and inspires us to always be better. We’re looking for an experienced AP/Hons Commercial Product Manager for College and Career Readiness to join a highly collaborative team dedicated to the prioritization of customer value embedded in the products we build. The AP/Hons Commercial Product Manager is accountable for overseeing a portfolio of products by capitalizing on market opportunities, meeting customer needs, and delivering improved learner outcomes which ultimately drives value for our end users and revenue for Pearson. We value teamwork, trust, flexibility, achievement, curiosity and solving difficult problems, and make every effort to have fun while we work.
What you’ll do:
- Be the voice of the customer by identifying market opportunities and pain points to maximize both commercial and learner outcomes.
- Partner with Marketing to ensure go-to-market strategies and annual plans align with business goals.
- Build and manage relationships with leaders in AP courses, advisory boards, and national conferences.
- Drive product launches, educate sales teams, and craft compelling product stories that resonate with the market.
- Lead research to gather market insights and competitive analysis, using data to shape product strategies and future portfolio development.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with teams like Content Production, UX, and Marketing to create innovative products that improve learner outcomes and drive business value.
- Continuously improve product performance post-launch, adapting to market needs and driving better outcomes for both learners and the business.
- Provide cost estimates for and specific financial justifications for product modifications and improvements based on market demand and competitive offerings.
About you:
- Degree (or equivalent preferred).
- Deep product management experience for secondary (K-12) instructional materials, including managing digital products.
- Ability to travel as needed (up to 10%).
- Good understanding of K-12 education, specifically AP/Honors, Dual Enrolment and Career and College Readiness programs and with some experience in higher education, and learning from a consumer viewpoint: ability to translate the winning product management strategies into actionable plans and products that drive value for customers and learners.
- Great insight into the needs of different education and adjacent markets and the opportunities within them, capability to build execution around product strategies that serve both higher education and secondary school markets at once.
- You are passionate about applying the principles of design thinking and bring empathy, curiosity, and collaboration as you explore innovative ideas.
- Competence to balance strategic thinking with a focus on operational delivery.
- Ability to tell a story using data and customer feedback to champion the problems to solve.
- Focus on building an inclusive culture and empowering cross-functional teams to add up to more than the sum of their parts.
About your compensation:
Compensation at Pearson is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific location. As required by the Colorado, California, Washington State, New York State and New York City laws, the pay range for this position is as follows:
Full-time, base annual salary is $125,000 - $145,000.
This position is eligible to participate in a sales incentive plan, and information on benefits offered is here.
What to expect from Pearson:
Did you know Pearson is one of the 10 most innovative education companies of 2022?
At Pearson, we add life to a lifetime of learning so everyone can realize the life they imagine. We do this by creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. We are on a journey to be 100 percent digital to meet the changing needs of the global population by developing a new strategy with ambitious targets. To deliver on our strategic vision, we have five business divisions that are the foundation for the long-term growth of the company: Assessment & Qualifications, Virtual Learning, English Language Learning, Workforce Skills, and Higher Education. Alongside these, we have our corporate divisions: Digital & Technology, Finance, Global Corporate Marketing & Communications, Human Resources, Legal, Strategy, and Direct to Consumer. Learn more at We are Pearson.
We value the power of an inclusive culture and also a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced, opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential. Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work. People are at the center, and we are committed to building a workplace where talent can learn, grow, and thrive.
Pearson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We want a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other group protected by law. We strive for a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities.
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Job: PRODUCT MANAGEMENT
Organization: Higher Education
Schedule: FULL_TIME
Workplace Type: Remote
Req ID: 17133
