Product Manager 2

The primary role of this Contractor Position is to design and implement segment based marketing programs driving strategic network revenue for  Client. This lead will work directly with the following extended partners to design, implement and manage said programs: Product Management, sales, Go-To-Market, operations, demand generation and the broader marketing organization. The Product Marketing Manager will be accountable for driving both offers and to transform market awareness of Client as a technology leader and innovator. This position is charged with framing and designing appropriate retention, acquisition, and upsell plans and programs with extension into the Channels. This position will work with Product Management to ensure the portfolio is priced competitively and positioned to elevate Client’s market brand and revenue results. The primary objective is to drive YOY revenue growth. The incumbent will use business analytics, industry and competitive insights to develop a differentiation point for Client to drive sales.  

The contractor must be able to understand and effectively articulate the interconnections of a marketing practice and must be able to develop an understanding of the multiple sales channels, product stakeholders and peer organizations for marketing program execution.. The contractor must be able to link Client Strategic Services with customers desired business outcomes both in the vertical segments and horizontally. This is a highly visible role that includes both internal and external presentations, strategizing with key business leaders and technology partners, and frequent interactions with senior executives within Client Marketing and Sales organizations.  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• 5-7 years’ experience in marketing, product marketing, and/or consulting within a high-tech environment  
• Experience leading market segment strategy and execution.  
• Experience defining business benefit to technology solutions.  
• Persuasive written and verbal communicator.  
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.  
• Excellent time management, organizational and leadership skills.  
• Able to set priorities effectively.  
• Proven individual contributor and collaborator.  
• Strong problem solver. Positive, energetic, creative thinker.  
• Customer-oriented  
• Self-starter and strong champion.  

Other:  

• Strong cross-functional leadership experience  
• Strong ability to work collaboratively with product and sales teams  
• Able to communicate effectively with peers and leaders and provide recommendations and direct feedback  

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS  
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree preferred