Sameer Kumar
Surat
Summary
Dynamic Product Manager with a proven track record at Gainserv, excelling in product strategy and roadmapping. Expert in market analysis and user research, I led cross-functional teams to enhance UI/UX, driving user adoption and engagement. Skilled in Agile execution, I leverage data-driven decision-making to deliver innovative SaaS solutions.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Product Manager - SaaS (B2B)
Gainserv
11.2021 - Current
- Built Gainserv product Uzera from concept to delivery, driving product discovery and prototyping.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to establish clear product specifications and requirements.
- Managed product roadmaps, prioritizing feature releases based on user feedback and market research.
- Led cross-functional teams in developing and launching innovative product features.
- Conducted market research to identify customer needs and analyze industry trends.
- Facilitated stakeholder meetings to gather input and align project objectives effectively.
- Increased user adoption by converting early customers into paid accounts through targeted initiatives.
- Developed business plans to assess market opportunities for new product concepts.
Product Manager - SaaS (B2B)
Credence Technology
Surat
07.2020 - 10.2021
- Led cross-functional teams in engineering, design, and marketing to implement SaaS enhancements.
- Enhanced UI/UX through structured feedback programs and iterative usability testing cycles.
- Managed stakeholder expectations and product roadmaps, aligning with user feedback.
- Conducted user research and competitor analysis to optimize product workflows.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to establish comprehensive product specifications.
- Facilitated stakeholder meetings to gather insights and synchronize project objectives.
- Developed user personas and journey maps to refine customer experience.
- Coordinated testing phases to ensure high-quality product launches.
Digital Product Manager - SaaS (B2B & B2C)
Oriel Technology
10.2018 - 06.2020
- Built B2C product from concept using insights from 50 to 60 field interviews.
- Grew paid subscriptions from zero to 35 through iterative product development.
- Directed cross-functional teams across engineering, design, marketing, and sales.
- Created internal user behavior database to inform product strategy decisions.
- Managed backlog refinement and prioritized customer-centric enhancements.
- Conducted market research to uncover trends and user needs.
- Facilitated user testing sessions to collect feedback on usability improvements.
- Documented product development processes and established guidelines for UX/UI standards.
Co-Founder
Yuva Press
09.2017 - 08.2018
- Managed digital strategy and content operations to drive audience growth.
- Developed innovative publishing strategies, increasing content reach and engagement.
- Collaborated with authors to enhance manuscript submissions through constructive feedback.
- Established mission, vision, and culture for company to support branding and employee development.
- Formulated public relations initiatives to elevate brand awareness.
- Oversaw accounting functions including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to ensure cost-effective procurement of goods and services.
- Facilitated interdepartmental communication to track project progress effectively.
Social Media Manager
Kahabar Non-Stop
10.2016 - 08.2017
- Developed social media strategies that boosted sales and increased brand awareness across platforms.
- Created engaging content for various social media channels, ensuring consistent brand voice.
- Managed daily community interactions to strengthen audience relationships and engagement.
- Analyzed social media metrics to assess audience growth, volume, and reach effectively.
- Collaborated with graphic designers to produce visual assets that supported online messaging.
- Optimized posts for search engines by researching relevant keywords and hashtags.
- Utilized social media management tools to schedule posts and evaluate performance metrics.
- Contributed to campaigns in digital communication, SEO, and engagement tracking to enhance overall effectiveness.
Education
PGDM - Product Management
IIM Indore
Online01.2022
B.Tech - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
VTU
Chennai01.2015
Skills
- Product strategy and roadmapping
- Product lifecycle management
- Market analysis
- Stakeholder engagement
- KPI tracking
- Competitive analysis
- Agile and Scrum execution
- User research and discovery
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Backlog management and prioritization
- SaaS go-to-market strategy
- AI for performance and automation
- Data-driven decision making
- UI/UX enhancement techniques
Personal Information
Title: Product Manager - SaaS (B2B & B2C)
Additional Interests
- Mixed Martial Arts (MMA)
- Chess
- Reading
- Football
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
Product Manager - SaaS (B2B)
Gainserv
11.2021 - Current
Product Manager - SaaS (B2B)
Credence Technology
07.2020 - 10.2021
Digital Product Manager - SaaS (B2B & B2C)
Oriel Technology
10.2018 - 06.2020
Co-Founder
Yuva Press
09.2017 - 08.2018
Social Media Manager
Kahabar Non-Stop
10.2016 - 08.2017
PGDM - Product Management
IIM Indore
B.Tech - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
VTU