Interim Product Management Coverage

PMX provides experienced product managers and leaders who fill in seamlessly when you have a product manager on leave or you’re awaiting new hires.

Whether covering parental leave, filling temporary vacancies, or leading critical projects, we deliver strategic expertise from roadmap planning to cross-functional coordination—keeping your product initiatives on track.

The Cost of Product Management Gaps

Product management interruptions are more than an inconvenience—they're a strategic vulnerability that impacts your entire product ecosystem.

Gaps in product management don't just cost time—they erode market opportunities and team momentum and create long-term cross-functional impacts to your business.

22%

Companies that said hiring/retaining product talent was their biggest challenge in 2023

44%

Product leaders who said there were skill gaps or training needed within their org according to Gartner

31%

Product leaders in a survey by Airtable that said they’re ‘very confident’ they’re building the right product for their market

Frequently asked questions

What is interim product management coverage, and how can it benefit my team?

Interim product management coverage provides flexible, experienced product management support for a set period, like when a key product manager is on leave or you’re between hires. It’s a fast way to keep product momentum, maintaining project progress and team alignment without skipping a beat.

What types of situations call for interim product management?

There are many situations where interim coverage is helpful. It’s ideal for covering parental or medical leave, bridging gaps during recruitment, or filling in while a company restructures. Essentially, anytime you need a seasoned product manager who can step in quickly and hit the ground running, interim coverage is the answer.

How does an interim product manager work with an existing team?

Our interim Product Managers at PMX are skilled at embedding into your existing team structure, building relationships with stakeholders, and quickly aligning with your goals and processes. They bring experience across different industries and teams, which helps them adapt quickly and add value from day one.

What can an interim product manager handle while they’re here?

Interim Product Managers can take on most (if not all) of a full-time product manager’s responsibilities, from roadmap prioritization and backlog management to cross-functional coordination, stakeholder communication, and product delivery. They’re here to ensure nothing falls through the cracks.

How do you measure success with interim product management coverage?

Success is measured by how smoothly product operations continue while they’re in place. Key indicators include project milestones being met, clear communication with stakeholders, team alignment, and achieving any goals set at the start. We aim to make the transition seamless and keep things running at full speed.

Still have questions?

Can’t find the answer you’re looking for? Get in touch with our team.

Get in touch