Job Title: Product Manager

Location: Irvine, CA

Reports to: Director, Product Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt

About Our Organization: RIS Rx (pronounced "RISE Rx") is on a mission to make every dollar allocated for affordability count, delivering true impact for the patients and pharma manufacturers we serve. We’ve built the industry’s first real-time, pharmacist-led GTN Revenue Performance platform, restoring trust, visibility, and integrity to patient affordability.

What sets us apart? Our team combines deep pharmacy roots with cutting-edge technology, tackling patient access barriers in smarter, more human ways. Our people-first culture means you’ll find career growth, great benefits, and a supportive environment waiting for you, because we believe when people thrive, everyone wins.

Join us and help shape a better, brighter future for patient access.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Product Manager to lead the vision, strategy, and execution of innovative software solutions that address key challenges in healthcare technology. This role will focus on driving patient affordability, optimizing gross-to-net (GTN) processes, and mitigating risk for pharmaceutical manufacturers. The Product Manager will serve as the bridge between business, technical, and clinical stakeholders, ensuring products deliver measurable value and align with company objectives. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with strong analytical skills, a proven ability to manage the full product lifecycle, and a passion for improving outcomes in the pharmaceutical and healthcare space.

Responsibilities

• Define and own the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for software solutions that address healthcare technology challenges, including patient affordability, gross-to-net (GTN) optimization, and risk mitigation for pharmaceutical manufacturers
• Translate complex business requirements into clear product specifications, user stories, and acceptance criteria for engineering teams
• Collaborate closely with engineering, pharmacists, operations, data analysts, and business stakeholders to ensure product initiatives align with company objectives and customer needs
• Drive the full product lifecycle from ideation to launch, including requirements gathering, prioritization, development, testing, release, and post-launch evaluation
• Lead backlog grooming, sprint planning, and cross-functional standups, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality product releases
• Analyze solution usage data, industry trends, and feedback to inform product decisions and identify new opportunities for innovation and differentiation
• Partner with marketing, sales, and customer implementation teams to support go-to-market activities, product positioning, and customer adoption
• Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure product success and drive continuous improvement
• Maintain deep awareness of pharmaceutical trends, regulatory requirements, and competitive landscape to guide long-term product strategy
• Serve as the voice of the customer and ensure that product decisions balance user needs, business objectives, and technical feasibility

Skills

• 5+ years of experience in product management, preferably in healthcare technology, SaaS, or pharmaceutical services
• Experience using product management software (e.g., Jira, Aha!) to manage roadmaps, backlogs, and requirements
• Proven track record of managing software products from concept through launch and iteration
• Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies and experience working with engineering teams in iterative development environments
• Familiarity with healthcare or pharmaceutical industry processes strongly preferred
• Experience working with cloud-based platforms (AWS or similar), data analytics tools, and software development concepts
• Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret usage data, market research, and financial metrics to drive product decisions
• Excellent leadership and collaboration skills, with experience influencing stakeholders across technical and non-technical teams
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to explain product decisions and technical trade-offs clearly to executives, customers, and development teams
• Ability to balance strategic vision with day-to-day execution and delivery in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to anticipate and resolve complex product challenges

Education

• This position requires a Bachelor’s degree; MBA or advanced degree preferred

What we offer:

• Free gym membership
• Modern office
• Annual merit-based salary increases
• 401(k) with annual company match
• Medical - RIS Rx covers 100% of the employee’s base HMO medical plan
• Voluntary Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Flexible Savings Account (FSA)
• Paid Holidays
• Time off that grows with you:
• 3 weeks PTO 0-2 years
• 4 weeks PTO after 3+ years
• 5 weeks PTO after 5+ years
• Recognition programs that celebrate impact and results
• Mentorship and coaching opportunities
• Clear growth paths and career development support
• Fully stocked snack kitchen
• Company-paid lunches