PLM Director

Overview

State Farm, a leading insurance provider dedicated to customer-centric innovation and excellence, is seeking three dynamic and experienced Directors to lead and advance our product line management functions in the following areas: Commercial Auto, Recreational Markets and Re-underwriting/Operational Support. These leadership roles are critical to driving strategic growth, product innovation, and operational excellence within their respective domains.

At State Farm, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organization committed to protecting what matters most to our customers. We offer a collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to lead transformative initiatives in the insurance industry.

If you are a strategic leader passionate about shaping the future of insurance products and driving impactful results, we want to hear from you. Please submit your resume and cover letter specifying which Director role you are applying for.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive product strategies aligned with State Farm’s business goals and market demands.
• Lead cross-functional teams through the full product lifecycle, from ideation and development to launch and ongoing management.
• Collaborate closely with actuarial, finance, legal, compliance, marketing, and distribution partners to ensure products are competitive, compliant, and profitable.
• Drive innovation by identifying emerging trends and customer needs specific to your product area, including evolving regulatory landscapes.
• Oversee pricing strategies and performance monitoring to optimize profitability and risk management.
• Champion go-to-market initiatives and provide leadership support to sales and agent networks.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and customer focus.
  
  

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in product line management within the insurance industry, specifically in one of these areas: Commercial Auto, Recreational Markets, or Re-underwriting.
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills with a track record of successful product innovation and lifecycle management.
• Deep knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements relevant to your product area.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment with a customer-first mindset.
• Bachelor’s degree desired; advanced degree or professional certifications (CPCU, ARM, etc.) preferred.
• Work Arrangement - Hybrid: Qualified candidates (in or near hub locations listed below) should plan to spend time working from home and some time working in the office as part of our hybrid work environment.
• Hub Locations: Dunwoody, GA; Richardson, TX; Tempe, AZ; or Bloomington, IL
• Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity
  
  

Our Benefits

Because work-life balance is a priority at State Farm, compensation is based on our standard 38:45-hour work week!

• Potential starting salary range: $147,000 - $190,000
• Starting salary will be based on skills, background, and experience
• High end of the range limited to applicants with significant relevant experience
• Potential yearly incentive pay up to 30% of base salary
  
  

At State Farm, we offer more than just a paycheck. Check out our suite of benefits designed to give you the flexibility you need to take care of you and your family!

• Get Paid! On top of our competitive pay, you are eligible for an annual raise and bonus.
• Stay Well! Focus on you and your family’s health with our robust health and wellbeing programs. State Farm pays most of your healthcare premium, and we offer multiple healthcare plan options, including a high deductible plan. All medical plans provide 100% coverage for in-network preventative care, AND you and your family have access to vision, dental, telemedicine, 24/7 mental health professionals, and much more!
• Develop and Grow! Take advantage of educational benefits like industry leading training programs, top-notch tuition assistance programs, employee resource groups, and mentoring.
• Plan Ahead! Plan for those big moments in life with benefits like fertility/IVF/adoption assistance, college coaching, national discount programs, interactive monthly financial workshops, free financial coaching, and more. You can also start a savings account or consider financing through our State Farm Federal Credit Union!
• Take a Little “You” Time! You will have access to our generous time off policies designed so you can plan around holidays, family events, volunteering, or just to take a relaxing day off. With the opportunity to initially earn up to 20 days annually plus parental leave, paid holidays, celebration day, life leave (40 hours/year), bereavement leave, and community service/education support days, there will be plenty of time for you!
• Give Back! We offer several ways to give back through our Matching Gift Program, Good Neighbor Grant Program, and the Employee Assistance Fund.
• Finish Strong! Plan for retirement using free financial advisors and a 401(k) plan with company contributions of up to 7% of your salary.
  
  

Visit our State Farm Careers page for more information on our benefits, locations, and the hiring process of joining the State Farm team!