Senior Product Manager – Small Business

U.S. Bank

. Develop and execute a clear, multi-year strategy for Elan’s Small Business portfolio .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $149,515 - $175,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive leadership in managing P&L performance and driving measurable growth outcomes within the Small Business financial services sector. Proven ability to develop strategic partnerships and execute transformation initiatives while ensuring compliance and risk management.

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P&L AccountabilityPayments ExperiencePartner Ecosystem DevelopmentCross-Functional LeadershipFinancial Acumen

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Hard Skills

Strategic PlanningBusiness ScalingDigital TransformationData AnalyticsPortfolio Management

Soft Skills

Executive PresenceStakeholder InfluenceTeam LeadershipDecision-MakingNavigating Ambiguity

Industry Keywords

Small Business Financial ServicesCredit CardsRisk ManagementComplianceCo-Brand Issuing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute a clear, multi-year strategy for Elan’s Small Business portfolio
Define competitive differentiation and capabilities required to scale
Own and drive P&L performance, account growth, spend, and retention across the partner base
Identify whitespace opportunities and expand penetration within existing partners
Enable new partner acquisition in targeted segments
Strengthen Elan’s value proposition to financial institution partners
Align with partner executives to co-create growth plans and deliver shared outcomes
Lead development and evolution of Small Business card products, digital-first capabilities, differentiated rewards/value propositions, and integrated solutions
Partner across PCS and U.S. Bank to unlock cross-sell and ecosystem value
Drive transformation initiatives including digital origination, servicing modernization, and data/analytics capabilities
Ensure disciplined execution with clear milestones and outcomes
Attract, develop, and retain top talent while fostering an accountable, performance-driven culture
Ensure adherence to regulatory, compliance, and risk-management requirements
Report to the Head of Elan and serve as a key member of the Elan leadership team

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of progressive leadership experience with full P&L accountability and demonstrated delivery of measurable growth outcomes
Deep experience in payments, credit cards, or small business financial services
Partner-based or co-brand/agent issuing experience strongly preferred
Strong understanding of the Small Business segment, including customer needs, competitive dynamics, and emerging trends
Proven ability to scale businesses through partner ecosystems and indirect distribution models
Experience leading large, cross-functional transformation initiatives, including digital and technology-enabled change
Strong strategic orientation with the ability to translate strategy into executable plans and deliver results at pace
Executive presence and ability to influence senior stakeholders internally and externally, including financial institution partner executives
Track record of building and leading high-performing, diverse teams in a complex, matrixed environment
Strong financial and analytical acumen, with disciplined approach to investment, pricing, and portfolio management
Skilled in navigating ambiguity, aligning stakeholders, and driving decisions across competing priorities
Deep appreciation for risk management, compliance, and operating within a highly regulated environment
Ability to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures, including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies
Must satisfy applicable employment eligibility verification and background-check requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
Basic term and optional term life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Pregnancy disability and parental leave
401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
Adoption assistance
Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law
Incentive and recognition programs
Equity stock purchase
401(k) contribution and pension