Lead Director, Product and Program Management

CVS Health

. Lead product strategy and execution for Aetna’s Employee Assistance Program .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeRemote • Connecticut • United StatesSenior💰 $100,000 - $231,540 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading product strategy and execution, managing the full product lifecycle, and aligning product development with organizational goals and customer needs. Proven ability to influence stakeholders and drive product initiatives in the healthcare or managed care sectors.

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Product Strategy DevelopmentProduct Lifecycle ManagementTeam LeadershipMarket Research and AnalysisCertified Product Manager (CPM)

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Hard Skills

Product DevelopmentVendor ManagementFinancial PlanningKPI Design and MonitoringBacklog ManagementUser Story DefinitionProject ManagementCustomer Insight AnalysisDigital Product ExperienceBusiness Intelligence

Soft Skills

CollaborationTeamworkProblem-SolvingDecision-MakingGrowth Mindset

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Product Manager (CPM)

Industry Keywords

HealthcareManaged CareEmployee Assistance ProgramProduct RoadmapMarket Trends

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead product strategy and execution for Aetna’s Employee Assistance Program
Direct the strategic development and implementation of large product initiatives, including new products and enhancements
Integrate product strategy into business strategic and operational plans
Lead product managers responsible for product development, vendor selection and oversight, financial planning and tracking, and project management
Develop product management and development strategies aligned with organizational goals, market trends, and customer needs
Conduct market research, customer insight analysis, and industry trend monitoring
Design product roadmaps and prioritize features and enhancements
Manage the product development lifecycle, including planning, backlog management, and iteration reviews
Manage vendor selection and performance
Partner with marketing and sales enablement on product launches, campaigns, onboarding, and adoption
Define product requirements, features, and user stories with cross-functional teams
Align executives and internal stakeholders on objectives and product launches
Develop relationships across Sales, Account Management, and Operations to align product development and user experience with customer expectations
Design and monitor KPIs and product performance metrics
Develop investment requests and monitor performance against business cases

Requirements

What you’ll need

10–15 years of relevant work experience
3–5 years of demonstrated experience managing a product portfolio and driving the full product lifecycle
Demonstrated experience leading a team, including managing direct reports
Demonstrated experience leading projects and influencing internal and external stakeholders up to and including executive level
Adept at execution and delivery skills
Adept at business intelligence
Adept at collaboration and teamwork
Mastery of problem-solving and decision-making skills
Mastery of growth mindset
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, specialized training, or relevant professional qualification
If candidate has an associate’s degree, additional 2 years of experience is needed
Certified Product Manager (CPM) preferred
Managed care or healthcare experience preferred
Digital product experience preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program
Equity award program
Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Paid time off
Retirement savings options
Wellness programs
Other resources supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being