Workiva is seeking a transformational product leader to define and drive the next chapter of our Sustainability Management product portfolio, which brings together industry-leading capabilities in Sustainability Reporting and Carbon Management. As the landscape continues to evolve—with new expectations from customers, partners, and regulators—Workiva is expanding the ways companies use our platform to deliver transparency, accountability, and impact.
The Vice President of Product Management, Sustainability, will set the strategic vision, deepen product-market fit, and lead a world-class team to deliver innovative solutions that meet the needs of sustainability, finance, and operational leaders worldwide. This role requires a rare blend of strategic vision, operational excellence, and the ability to lead through complexity and scale. This leader has the opportunity to be at the forefront of helping companies drive lasting positive business, environmental, and stakeholder change across industries.
What You'll Do
Define and Deliver the Strategic Vision
Set a bold, customer-centric vision for the Sustainability Management product line, aligning with Workiva’s broader platform strategy and market opportunity
Anticipate evolving customer needs and industry trends to ensure Workiva remains at the forefront of sustainability innovation
Strengthen Product-Market Fit and Growth
Identify high-value problems and use cases across sustainability, finance, and operations teams
Work closely with the Solution Owner team to drive clarity and focus across the product roadmap to ensure measurable customer and business impact
Lead a High-Performing Team
Build, mentor, and scale a talented global product organization that thrives on accountability, learning, and collaboration
Develop the next generation of product leaders capable of operating at both strategic and executional levels
Operate Decisively and Execute with Excellence
Translate strategy into clear priorities, actionable plans, and measurable results
Make informed, data-driven decisions with speed and conviction in a complex environment
Collaborate and Influence Across the Business
Partner closely with peers in Engineering, Design, Marketing, Sales, and Customer Success to align on strategic goals and drive cohesive execution
Represent the Sustainability Management product externally with customers, partners, and industry stakeholders
What You'll Need
Minimum Qualifications
15+ years of progressive product management experience in SaaS, including 7+ years leading managers and directors
Proven success building and scaling B2B enterprise software products, ideally in data, workflow, or reporting domains
Experience leading teams and products across multiple regions (North America, EMEA, APAC) and navigating complex customer ecosystems
Experience managing a product line to achieve revenue, adoption and profitability goals
Demonstrated strength in outbound product leadership, aligning product strategy with go-to-market execution to accelerate adoption, influence positioning, and enable commercial success
Inspirational communicator who can align teams and executives around a compelling vision and clear priorities
Skilled at leading through ambiguity and change while maintaining focus, urgency, and accountability
Proven ability to attract, develop, and retain high-performing product talent
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of sustainability and ESG frameworks (e.g., GHG Protocol, CSRD, SEC Climate Rule, IFRS S1/S2)
Experience unifying or evolving complex product portfolios to create coherent customer experiences
MBA or advanced degree preferred, but not required
Deep understanding of data management, business workflow, analytics, or disclosure software. We prefer candidates with experience in sustainability, ESG, or compliance domains
Ability to translate customer needs, regulatory dynamics, and business trends into differentiated product strategy
Ability to leverage the latest in AI technology and create compelling value for users and customers
Working Conditions & Travel Requirements
Reliable internet access for any period of time working remotely, not in a Workiva office.
Up to 30% travel and occasionally more during product launches
How You’ll Be Rewarded
✅ Salary range in the US: $266,000.00 - $345,700.00
✅ A discretionary bonus typically paid annually
✅ Restricted Stock Units granted at time of hire
✅ 401(k) match and comprehensive employee benefits package
The salary range represents the low and high end of the salary range for this job in the US. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience and other relevant factors.
Employment decisions are made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other protected characteristic.
Workiva is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. To request assistance with the application process, please email talentacquisition@workiva.com.
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