We are seeking a Senior Product Manager to own the strategy, development, and scaling of Pakistan’s leading e-invoicing and digital billing platform, ensuring full compliance with FBR regulations (e.g., real-time reporting, POS integration). You will drive innovation in tax automation, lead cross-functional teams, and shape the future of digital tax ecosystems in Pakistan while mentoring junior product talent.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Strategic Leadership & Compliance:
- Define and execute the long-term product vision for PRAL’s e-invoicing platform, aligning with FBR mandates (e.g., QR codes, IRIS integration) and global standards (PEPPOL, UBL).
- Anticipate regulatory shifts (e.g., Sales Tax Act updates) and proactively adapt the product roadmap.
- Lead competitive analysis (e.g., TCS’s solutions) to identify gaps and drive differentiation.
2. Technical Execution & Scalability:
- Architect high-impact features such as:
- Automated tax engines (GST, FED, withholding tax).
- FBR-integrated real-time reporting (POS/IRIS APIs).
- ERP integrations (SAP, Oracle) and multi-tier approval workflows.
- Partner with Engineering to ensure scalable, secure cloud deployments (AWS/Azure) with PKI/encryption.
- Evaluate emerging tech (blockchain, AI/OCR) for fraud detection and process automation.
3. Stakeholder & Ecosystem Management:
- Serve as the primary liaison between FBR, corporate clients, and internal teams to ensure seamless compliance and adoption.
- Design training programs for businesses and tax professionals on e-invoicing best practices.
- Influence senior leadership on investment priorities through data-driven insights.
4. Performance & Innovation:
- Define and track KPIs (API uptime, rejection rates, processing speed) to optimize system efficiency.
- Leverage analytics to reduce errors and enhance UX for businesses and tax authorities.
- Champion Agile/Scrum methodologies to accelerate delivery.
Qualifications Mandatory:
- Education: Bachelor’s/Master’s in Business, IT, Finance, or related field.
- Experience: 6+ years in product management, with 3+ years in fintech, tax software, or SaaS invoicing (FBR/PRA compliance experience preferred).
Technical Expertise:
- APIs, cloud platforms (AWS/Azure), security protocols (PKI, encryption).
- Knowledge of ERP integrations (SAP, Oracle) and real-time reporting systems.
- Regulatory Mastery: Deep understanding of Pakistani tax laws (Sales Tax, Income Tax) and FBR’s digital initiatives (Tajir Dost, POS integration).
Preferred:
- Exposure to OCR, AI-driven automation, or blockchain for invoicing.
- Certification in Agile/Scrum (CSPO) or Product Management (Pragmatic Institute).
- Fluency in Urdu for stakeholder communications.
Soft Skills:
- Leadership: Ability to mentor teams and drive consensus among executives, engineers, and regulators.
- Problem-Solving: Navigate complex compliance challenges with innovative solutions.
- Communication: Exceptional presentation skills (English/Urdu) for FBR workshops and board-level discussions.
Skills:
AWS Solution, OCR, Blockchain Management, Microsoft Azure,
