Lead Product Manager, Quoting Platform

Quick Facts

Lead Product Manager role responsible for end-to-end ownership of the Quoting & Distribution platform.

Description

Lead the multi-year product strategy and vision for the Quoting & Distribution platform, spanning the quote and bind flow, API/integrations layer, and vendor data ecosystem. Own the end-to-end quoting and binding platform including quoting and binding orchestration, API and integrations layer, vendor data ecosystem, and application data management. Drive platform modernization to improve quote-to-bind conversion, accelerate distribution channel growth, and embed AI-native capabilities for smarter, faster, and more scalable quoting across all distribution channels.

Responsibilities

• Define and own multi-year product strategy for the quoting and distribution platform (quote/bind flow, API/integrations layer, vendor data ecosystem).
• Identify opportunities to improve quote-to-bind conversion and accelerate distribution channel growth via modernization of quoting infrastructure, expanded partner integrations, and AI-native capabilities.
• Influence and shape company-level prioritization for the quoting platform, building alignment across product, engineering, distribution, and business leadership.
• Stay ahead of emerging trends in distribution technology, comparative raters, AI, and insurtech partnerships and translate them into a roadmap.
• Own the end-to-end product lifecycle for quoting and distribution (discovery, prioritization, requirements, delivery, post-launch performance).
• Lead cross-functional execution of major platform initiatives with Engineering, Partnership/Distribution, Marketing, and Insurance business teams.
• Translate integration and business requirements into PRDs, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
• Own key metrics including GWP growth through distribution channels and quote-to-bind conversion rate.
• Act as a bridge between distribution/sales/insurance business teams and Engineering; enable solutions that meet partner and business needs.
• Build trust with distribution partners, agents, and stakeholders through consistent delivery and clear communication.
• Communicate strategy, tradeoffs, and outcomes to leadership with data-driven narratives.
• Drive evolution of the quoting and binding platform to enable faster, more reliable, scalable quote experiences across channels.
• Own the API and integrations layer, including vendor data integrations, third-party partner connections, and quoting data quality/governance.
• Champion AI-native thinking for quoting workflows, data enrichment, and partner experiences to increase automation, accuracy, and intelligence at scale.

Requirements

• 7+ years product management experience, including full ownership of product backlog and leading end-to-end software development lifecycle with a team of at least four engineers.
• Experience working with or building quoting, rating, or distribution platforms in P&C insurance or related industries.
• Experience owning API-heavy or integration-dense platforms: managing third-party vendors, partner APIs, and data pipelines as core product responsibilities.
• Partner or channel management exposure working with agents, distribution partners, or external sales channels.
• Proven track record bridging business and engineering by translating ambiguous business problems into clear technical requirements and explaining the “why.”
• Demonstrated track record improving distribution and conversion metrics (GWP growth, quote-to-bind rates, channel activation) at meaningful scale.
• Ability to set a compelling vision and strategy for a technical domain while driving rigorous near-term execution.
• Strong stakeholder management skills across business, technical, and executive audiences.
• Data-driven decision making and strong analytical skills; ability to define success metrics, analyze results, and iterate.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Product management experience in insurance, financial services, or an adjacent industry.

Benefits

• Multiple medical plans; 100% employer-covered dental and vision for team members and families.
• 401(k) retirement plan; short & long-term disability; employer-paid life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for health and dependent care; Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Equity compensation eligible.
• Training and internal career growth opportunities.
• Flexible Time Off.
• Little Hippos Program: 12 weeks parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers.
• Hippo Habitat: snacks/drinks and catered lunches for onsite employees.

Additional Details

Base pay range: $150,000.00 - $225,000.00 (varies by skill set, experience, education/training, location, business needs, and market demands).