Product Launch Director

Get to Know Us:
It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they're doing!
Since being founded in 2001, BlackLine has become a leading provider of cloud software that automates and controls the entire financial close process. Our vision is to modernize the finance and accounting function to enable greater operational effectiveness and agility, and we are committed to delivering innovative solutions and services to empower accounting and finance leaders around the world to achieve Modern Finance.
Work, Play and Grow at BlackLine!
Make Your Mark:
We're excited to bring innovative products to market that exceed our customers' expectations. To support our growth and continued success, we're seeking a talented Product Launch Director to oversee the end-to-end process of launching our new offerings. This position reports directly to the CTO, is an individual contributor role and requires excellent project management skills, cross-functional collaboration, and a deep understanding of the product development lifecycle.
You'll Get To:

• Develop and execute comprehensive product launch plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
• Deliver on successful launches by collaborating with stakeholders, holding accountability, escalating when necessary, and being open and transparent.
• Collaborate with product management to define launch objectives and go-to-market strategies.
• Coordinate with engineering teams to ensure product readiness and manage technical dependencies.
• Partner with the marketing department to develop effective positioning, messaging, and promotional materials.
• Work with sales to create training materials, sales enablement resources, and support the development of sales strategies.
• Monitor and report on launch progress, identifying and mitigating risks and issues.
• Gather and analyze user feedback and product performance data post-launch to inform future improvements.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by conducting post-launch reviews and implementing lessons learned.

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field; MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in product management, product marketing, or a related role in SaaS/technology.
• Proven track record of successfully launching products in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence across all levels of the organization.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Deep understanding of market trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape.
• Experience with working closely with senior leadership to drive action.

We're Even More Excited If You Have:

• Experience with agile development methodologies and product management tools.
• Familiarity with market research techniques and data analysis.
• Strong presentation and public speaking skills.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams.

Thrive at BlackLine Because You Are Joining:

• A technology-based company with a sense of adventure and a vision for the future. Every door at BlackLine is open. Just bring your brains, your problem-solving skills, and be part of a winning team at the world's most trusted name in Finance Automation!
• A culture that is kind, open, and accepting. It's a place where people can embrace what makes them unique, and the mix of cultural backgrounds and varying interests cultivates diverse thought and perspectives.
• A culture where BlackLiner's continued growth and learning is empowered. BlackLine offers a wide variety of professional development seminars and inclusive affinity groups to celebrate and support our diversity.

BlackLine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, race, ethnicity, age, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, ancestry, color, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, medical condition, genetic information, or any other protected class or category recognized by applicable equal employment opportunity or other similar laws.
BlackLine recognizes that the ways we work and the workplace itself has shifted. We innovate in a workplace that optimizes a combination of virtual and in-person interactions to maximize collaboration and nurture our culture. Candidates who live within a reasonable commute to one of our offices will work in the office at least 2 days a week.
Salary Range:
USD $201,000.00 - USD $269,000.00
Pay Transparency Statement:
Placement within this range depends upon several factors, including the applicant's prior relevant job experience, skill set, and geographic location. In addition to base pay, BlackLine also offers short-term and long-term incentive programs, based on eligibility, along with a robust offering of benefit and wellness plans.
Accommodations:
BlackLine is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates. If you require a reasonable accommodation that would better enable your success during the application or interview process, please complete this form.