AI-Native Product Manager – Graduate Trainee (2026 Passouts)

Zycus is a global leader in Source-to-Pay (S2P) procurement software, helping large enterprises drive efficiency, compliance, and measurable value across their procurement and finance operations. Trusted by leading Fortune 1000 organizations worldwide, Zycus enables procurement teams to move from cost control to strategic value creation.

At the core of Zycus’ platform is Merlin AI, an advanced AI-powered engine that brings intelligence, automation, and predictive insights across the entire procurement lifecycle—from sourcing and contract management to procurement, invoicing, and supplier management. Merlin AI empowers Chief Procurement Officers and finance leaders to make faster, smarter decisions with real-time visibility and actionable insights.

Zycus is consistently recognized by top industry analysts such as Gartner, Forrester, and IDC for its innovation, depth of functionality, and strong customer outcomes. Known for its enterprise-grade solutions, global delivery model, and customer-first mindset, Zycus partners closely with organizations to modernize procurement and unlock long-term business value.

With a strong global presence across North America, EMEA, and APAC, Zycus continues to invest aggressively in product innovation, AI-led capabilities, and brand leadership—shaping the future of intelligent procurement.

We Are An Equal Opportunity Employer:
Zycus is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and creating an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. All hiring decisions will be based solely on qualifications, skills, and experience relevant to the job requirements.

About Zycus

Zycus is transforming enterprise procurement through AI-native architecture. At the core of our platform is Merlin AI, an agentic AI engine powering autonomous workflows across Source-to-Pay. We are building enterprise software where AI is not a feature—it is the foundation. We are looking for passionate and curious 2026 graduates who are excited about shaping product strategy, understanding customer problems deeply, and leveraging AI to become highly effective product managers.

Who We Are Looking For

This role is ideal for students and fresh graduates who: Have a strong foundation in analytical thinking, business fundamentals, and structured problem-solving. Enjoy understanding customer problems and translating them into product solutions. Use AI tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, or similar tools for research, analysis, writing, and productivity. Are eager to learn modern product management practices and AI-driven workflows. Have a growth mindset and are excited to work on cutting-edge enterprise software.

Key Responsibilities

AI-Augmented Product Management

• Use AI tools to assist in market research, competitive analysis, user research synthesis, and documentation.

• Learn and apply prompt engineering techniques to improve research and writing productivity.

• Collaborate with senior product managers to define requirements using AI-assisted workflows.

• Continuously explore emerging AI tools and best practices for product work.

Product Execution

• Assist in writing product requirement documents (PRDs), user stories, and acceptance criteria.

• Support discovery through customer calls, surveys, and data analysis.

• Work with engineering, design, and QA teams to ship features end-to-end.

• Track product metrics and translate data into actionable insights.

• Participate in product reviews and cross-functional discussions.

AI-Aware Product Thinking

• Learn how AI-powered applications and agent-based systems are designed and productized.

• Contribute to defining features and workflows that leverage AI/LLM capabilities.

• Gain exposure to enterprise-scale AI product design and automation platforms.

Eligibility Criteria

• BE/B.Tech ; Computer Science, IT, or Engineering background.

• Graduating in 2026.

• Academic Requirement: Minimum 80% (or equivalent CGPA) in 10th, 12th, and undergraduate/postgraduate studies, with no active backlogs and no history of backlogs/arrears.

• Strong understanding of business fundamentals, market analysis, and structured problem-solving frameworks.

• Basic understanding of software development concepts, APIs, and databases is a plus.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent communication skills and a passion for learning new technologies.

• Demonstrated interest in AI-assisted product work through projects, case competitions, internships, or personal initiatives.

Skills (Preferred)

• Strong fundamentals of product thinking, market sizing, and prioritization frameworks.

• Basic knowledge of product management tools (Jira, Notion, Figma, or similar).

• Understanding of REST APIs, SaaS, and web technologies at a conceptual level. F

• amiliarity with data analysis tools (Excel, SQL, or similar).

• Exposure to AI development tools, LLMs, or Agentic AI frameworks is a plus. P

• ersonal projects, case studies, internships, or hackathons are highly valued.

• Bonus Points If You Have Built or contributed to projects using AI tools, LLMs, Agentic AI frameworks, or GenAI APIs.

• Participated in case competitions, hackathons, or product challenges.

• Conducted user research or built a product prototype (even a simple one).

• Experience with product analytics tools (Mixpanel, Amplitude, or similar).

• Written product-related blogs, case studies, or shared technical/product content publicly.

• Demonstrated strong curiosity for AI-assisted product management and emerging technologies.

Why Join Zycus?

• Work on real-world AI-native enterprise products from day one.

• Learn from experienced product leaders building large-scale distributed systems and AI platforms.

• Gain hands-on exposure to Product Strategy, Enterprise SaaS, AI/ML, and Agentic AI technologies.

• Access industry-leading AI tools and workflows.

• Fast-track your career in one of the most exciting areas of product management—Agentic AI and Enterprise Automation.

• Be part of a culture that values innovation, ownership, continuous learning, and product excellence.