About Working at Commerce 

Building a career here is more than just steps on a ladder. It’s about helping people find financial safety and success, helping businesses thrive, and making sure people and their money are taken care of. And our commitment doesn’t stop there. Our culture is about our people, the ones in our communities and the ones that work with us.  

Here, you’ll find opportunities to grow and learn, to connect with others, and build relationships with the people around you. You’ll have the space and resources to grow into the best version of yourself. Because our number one investment is you.

Creating an award-winning culture doesn't come easy. And after 160 years, we know Commerce Bank is only at its best when our people are. If this sounds interesting to you, keep reading and let’s talk. 

Compensation Range

Annual Salary: $102,500.00 - $121,000.00 (Amount based on relevant experience, skills, and competencies.)

Commerce Financial Advisors is a division of Commerce Bank.  For over 35 years, Commerce Financial Advisors has been working to help clients achieve their financial goals. 

About This Job

The main purpose of this job is to drive the decisioning, planning, execution and communication of the Commerce Financial Advisors Program and ensure the competitiveness of existing and evaluation of new products and systems within Commerce Trust. The Commerce Financial Advisors Program covers complex and integrated solutions across the organization.

Essential Functions

Partner with business line leaders to define, lead and influence the execution of Commerce Financial Advisors strategic business initiatives

Lead and influence strategic initiatives to ensure competitiveness of existing and evaluate new products, systems, and features

Independently create the vision and timeline for implementation of identified features and deliverables

Create and confidently deliver the Commerce Financial Advisors roadmap vision and status to senior leadership and front office teams

Make recommendations to business line leadership in concert with the strategic direction

Lead vendor analysis efforts and provide input to product marketing plans

Independently lead the relationship with vendors and other technology partners in the execution of the strategic plan

Prepare business cases for new products and drive prioritization of initiatives

Primary decision-maker for all teams participating in execution efforts

Primary consultant in the creation of product training and transition of product support to the individuals responsible for the general day-to-day support of the product

Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

Advanced knowledge and understanding of product infrastructure and applicable legal and/or regulatory rules

Advanced knowledge and experience of Product management

Advanced knowledge and experience in Program management

Excellent relationship management skills

Demonstrated strong ability to resolve problems and identify and drive process improvements

Demonstrated strong ability to set goals, monitor and drive results

Demonstrated strong ability to autonomously work and lead multiple priority projects

Proven track record in building and leading projects of a wide variety of disciplines and backgrounds

Demonstrated strong business acumen and the ability to make timely and sound business decisions

Motivated and organized self-starter with strong attention to detail

Inquisitive, agile and strong team player with excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

Ability to remain adaptable and resilient to all situations with an optimistic outlook and cast a positive shadow that is aligned with our culture and Core Values

Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Business or equivalent combination of education and experience required

5+ years product or program management or related experience required

2+ years experience leading a cross-functional team required

2+ years experience with financial products and systems preferred

Experience in finance or investment management industry preferred

***For individuals applying, assigned and/or hired to work in areas with pay transparency requirements, Commerce is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for some roles.  This compensation range is for the Senior Product Manager - CFA job and contemplates a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to location, skill sets, education, relevant experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable differentials (geographic, bilingual, or shift) that could be associated with the position or where it is filled. At Commerce, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each situation. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay is $102,500 to $121,000 annually. This position will be eligible for additional compensation through performance-based incentive plan(s) that will correspond to meeting performance goals.

The candidate selected for this position may be eligible for the following employment benefits: employer sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and paid personal time. In addition, we offer career development, education assistance, and voluntary supplemental benefits.  Click here to learn more.

Location: 922 Walnut St, Kansas City, Missouri 64106

Time Type:

Full time