Sr Manager, Product And Business Management

Senior Manager, Product Portfolio Management

Nelnet Business Services (NBS), a division of Nelnet, Inc., provides payment technology, education services, and learning management solutions to education and faith-based organizations, serving more than 1,300 higher education institutions, 11,500 K-12 schools, 3,500 churches, and millions of individual students, families, and supporters across the globe. Our culture of service enables us to form long-lasting and trusted partnerships, while our focus on creativity and innovative solutions empowers our customer communities to thrive.

As a Nelnet company, the perks at NBS go beyond our benefits package. You're part of a community, invested in you as an individual and united by our mission to create opportunities for people where they live, learn and work.

The Senior Manager, Product Portfolio Management is responsible for leading and scaling market-validated products or ventures that have progressed beyond pilot and early launch. This role owns the execution of product, financial, and go-to-market strategies for assigned product lines, with accountability for growth, adoption, and operational performance.

This position balances strategic planning with hands-on execution, working closely with customers, sales, and cross-functional partners to translate validated concepts into repeatable, scalable business outcomes. Success is measured by revenue growth, product performance, customer adoption, and disciplined execution against defined business objectives.

Job Responsibilities:

• Own day-to-day business and product performance for assigned product lines, including execution of growth and operational plans.
• Execute product and portfolio strategies aligned to broader organizational priorities and market opportunity.
• Translate strategic direction into executable product roadmaps, operating plans, and go-to-market initiatives.
• Lead sales and cross-functional teams to influence outcome delivery without full direct authority.
• Partner with internal stakeholders (Marketing, Finance, and shared services) to drive revenue growth, customer adoption, and market penetration.
• Support pricing, packaging, positioning, and launch execution for assigned products.
• Develop and manage financial performance including forecasts, revenue targets, NOI accountability, and performance metrics for assigned product lines.
• Own and contribute to lifecycle decisions including optimization, incremental investment, or repositioning of products.

Salary for this role is $145,000

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Preferred: Advanced degree or equivalent experience in product management, general management, or business strategy.

Experience:

• 5–7 years of experience in product management, portfolio management, strategy, or commercial roles.
• Experience in education (Public K–12 or Higher Ed) strongly preferred
• Experience executing against revenue, growth, or product performance goals.
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional initiatives from concept through launch and optimization.
• Experience managing or supporting multiple products or portfolios concurrently.
• Background in scaling early-stage or growth-phase products, preferred.
• Exposure to SaaS, platform, or technology-enabled product environments, preferred.

Competencies/Skills:

• Business & Financial Acumen
• Product strategy & execution
• Cross-functional leadership and influence
• Strategic decision-making under ambiguity
• Analytical & data-driven decision making

Nelnet is committed to providing a welcoming and respectful workplace where all associates have the opportunity to succeed. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion/creed, national origin, gender, sex, marital status, age, disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. We value the unique contributions of every team member and believe that a positive work environment benefits everyone.

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