Product Manager

About Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd. (The Times of India)

We are India's largest media conglomerate, known for our leading publications such as The Times of India, The Economic Times, and many others. With a rich heritage of over 180 years, we are dedicated to delivering news, information, and entertainment to millions of readers across the country. Our commitment to journalistic excellence, innovation, and integrity makes us a trusted name in the industry.

As our reputation precedes us, we are a Print++ company, with print being our core, on a transformative journey to bring newer content consumption experiences.

Come be a part of our growing family!

About the Hiring Function

The Product & Technology (P&T) function drives newsroom transformation by integrating AI-powered solutions, automation, and smart tools to enhance content creation and streamline workflows. By optimizing newsroom operations and improving collaboration, P&T enables journalists to focus on delivering high-quality, timely news. The function also leverages data analytics and AI-driven tools to enhance audience engagement across print, digital, and emerging platforms. With a focus on continuous innovation, P&T is shaping a future-ready newsroom, ensuring BCCL (The Times of India) stays ahead in digital journalism.

About the Role

What You’ll Do

At BCCL, we’re seeking a passionate Product Manager to own and drive the innovation and integration of our ePaper and Newspaper products across Print and Digital platforms. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to shape product features that enhance user engagement and business outcomes.

In this role, you’ll:

• Manage day-to-day product activities for ePaper, Newspaper innovation, and integration projects between Print and Digital content.
• Collaborate closely with Editorial, Engineering, Marketing, Sales, and Design teams to define clear product requirements and roadmaps.
• Identify and prioritize opportunities to innovate within the ePaper and Newspaper space to drive user growth and revenue.
• Support the development and enhancement of internal Editorial Systems including CMS, Digital Asset Management, and Social Campaign integrations.
• Conduct market research and gather user feedback to inform product decisions and stay ahead of industry trends.
• Work with engineering and design teams to translate product requirements into deliverables, ensuring timely and quality releases.
• Track key product metrics, analyze performance, and recommend iterative improvements.
• Communicate product progress and updates effectively to stakeholders and senior leadership.

What We’re Looking For

You’re an early- to mid-level product manager excited about Print and Digital media innovation, with a hands-on approach and strong collaboration skills. You are detail-oriented, data-driven, and eager to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment.

You should have:

• 6 to 8 years of product management experience, preferably in media (Print or Digital).
• Experience managing products related to ePaper, newspapers, or digital content integrations is a strong plus.
• A technical background or familiarity with technology and software development processes.
• Ability to gather and prioritize requirements from multiple stakeholders and users.
• Strong analytical skills and comfort working with data tools to measure product success.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience working in agile development environments is a bonus.

Tools You’ll Use:

• Figma / Balsamiq / Adobe XD
• Google Analytics 4
• BI tools like Power BI, Tableau, and Looker
• JIRA / Project Management Tool
• Google Forms, Google Sheets

What is in it For You?

• Inclusive Workplace: We are an inclusive place to work, where diversity is valued, and everyone feels welcomed. We embrace everyone with open hearts and minds.
• Embracing Change: We welcome change and encourage innovative thinking and adaptability in our dynamic environment.
• Growth Opportunities: We believe we grow when our people grow, offering numerous opportunities for professional and personal development.
• People-Centric Policies: Our policies are designed with our people in mind, including a creche facility, comprehensive leave policies, flexible work hours, guest house facility, a robust POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment) policy, to name a few.
• Collaborative Culture: We foster a positive and collaborative culture, where employees are encouraged to share ideas, support each other, and work together towards common goals. At BCCL, we are more than colleagues; we are a family.