Interim Head of Product

Duration: 7 Months (Parental Leave Coverage)

Reporting To: CEO

Role Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Interim Head of Product to lead two strategic programs—eMobility and Connectivity/Data & AI—during a 7-month parental leave period. This role involves direct leadership of 9 Product Managers and requires a strong focus on strategic execution, cross-functional alignment, and organizational stability. The interim leader will work closely with the CEO and senior leadership to ensure continuity, drive key initiatives, and support long-term planning efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Execution & CEO Alignment

• Align with the CEO on interim business priorities and success metrics.
• Provide regular progress updates and adapt execution as needed.
• Identify and mitigate risks to ensure 90% of interim objectives remain on track.

Partner Alignment & 2026 Service Agreements

• Lead alignment on 2026 goals, scope, and budgets with key partners.
• Facilitate negotiations and ensure timely signing of service agreements.
• Keep stakeholders informed with structured reporting.

Product Delivery & Continuity

• Ensure roadmaps remain on track and delivery milestones are met.
• Collaborate with Engineering Managers to resolve blockers and monitor key metrics.

Team Leadership & Coaching

• Conduct regular 1:1s and feedback sessions with Product Managers.
• Foster psychological safety, clarity, and motivation within the team.
• Define role expectations and collaborate closely with the Principal Product Manager

Staffing & Resource Planning

• Partner with Engineering and People teams to assess and address staffing needs.
• Lead staffing reviews and ensure alignment with delivery and budget goals.

Assessment & Handover

• Provide an objective assessment of product strategy, team dynamics, and processes.
• Deliver actionable recommendations and a comprehensive handover to returning leaders.

Success Criteria:

• Full onboarding and operational effectiveness within two weeks.
• No disruption to business continuity or team performance.
• All 2026 service agreements signed by year-end.
• Clear documentation and a positive legacy upon transition.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in senior product leadership roles, ideally in mobility, data, or enterprise SaaS domains.
• Strong track record of managing cross-functional teams and complex stakeholder environments.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to lead through ambiguity and drive alignment across diverse teams.