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Details Of Job Vacancy with Microsoft Entertainment & Devices
Posted on: Jun-28-2008 See all Jobs with Microsoft Entertainment & Devices |
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Position:
Product Manager
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Job Description:
Job Title: Product Manager
Job Category: Marketing
Product: (Not Product Specific)
Date Posted: 06/20/2008
Job Code: 229890
Location: WA - Redmond
Travel Required:
This Job is eligible for the following work arrangements :Flex Time
The Mobile Infrastructure and Services Team (MSIT), in the Mobile Communications Business (MCB), is looking for a Senior Program Manager to lead the program management, business development and sales efforts for the Windows Mobile sales and support (WMSS) program. WMSS assists global Mobile Operators, global SIs and IT/Consumer based distributors with the delivery of support services and targeted sales engagements to their respective customers. As a Senior Program Manager in our team, you will lead the development and implementation of our sales, partner and marketing strategy for Microsoft's new mobile sales and support program.
Your key responsibilities as a senior program manager will include:
1) Providing deal support, including strategic partner engagement, contract negotiation and Intellectual Property inbound/outbound licensing, for an existing portfolio of offerings.
2) Working with LCA and the MSIT business desk for WMSS opportunities on an ongoing basis - maintaining global sales pipeline for Mobile Operators, Global IT Outsourcing SIs and other designated partner segments; and creating appropriate MCB SKUs for the mobile sales and support program.
3) Assessing channel needs for and preparing core program content and sales readiness tools to assist Microsoft's sales and field marketing organizations in selling the core program offerings.
4) Developing and leading the business economics and feasibility analysis of new and existing WMSS opportunities.
5) Managing and optimizing strategic partnerships in relation to the program.
6) Effectively working cross-functionally within MCB, and Microsoft, including product management, product development, legal, finance, support and operations to close and implement deals.
As a qualified candidate you will have to be able to demonstrate:
1) A successful track record of structuring, negotiating and closing complex deals.
2) A deep knowledge and insight of the wireless and data service industry; including monetization models, customer support, service delivery, channel integration and user experiences.
3) An Agility and influence that will help drive results and agreement across organizational and technology boundaries.
4) A Strong strategic judgment and depth of understanding in developing and augmenting business models for revenue leadership.
5) A proficiency in writing business term sheets and partnering with product counsel to draft and edit legal agreements.
6) Possession of a clear understanding of the revenue drivers for a given industry/partner, with an ability to work closely with the finance team (for financial modeling) to appropriately size opportunities (with you being a key thinker on the inputs and assumptions)
7) Strong communication skills: you should be an articulate presenter, a clear communicator (written & orally) and have the ability to successfully influence others
This is a unique opportunity for a top performer to define and drive a foundational part of Microsoft's mobile services strategy.
Professional Qualifications: The preferred candidate will have an MBA or equivalent Master's level degree, and at least 5-10 years experience in high-technology - with a minimum of 5 years business development or related experience. They should also have a proven track record of formulating and driving business strategy, planning and marketing program offerings through complex or multiple channel partners. This job is open to flexible work arrangements that assist the well-qualified candidate to better balance work and personal life.
The job will entail up to 30% travel (international and domestic).
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Redmond, WA |
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Microsoft Entertainment & Devices |
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