Vindigo: Product Manager, New York, NY
Product Manager
New York, NY
Department:
Product Development
Role:
• Assist in the development of new products for the company.
Why We Want You:
Vindigo has recently restructured and is returning to its core strengths that first made it the leading U.S. innovator in 2002. We are looking for thought leaders across all divisions with experience and passion for the wireless industry who can be an integral team member that defines the vision for 2009 and beyond. Unlike larger media organizations, we remain nimble to react to market changes and offer roles which will directly impact the company's overall strategy and success. We want talented individuals who want to contribute to our growth and help evangelize the positive things currently happening at Vindigo.
About this Role:
We are looking for well-rounded and responsible individuals who knows how to get the job done while having fun all at the same time. We partner with leading brands such as Mapquest and Plaxo, as well as develop our flagship products like Vindigo City Guide, Celebrity Now! and MovieGoer. We offer the freedom of a startup with the stability of a profitable and growing company.
Key Responsibilities:
We are currently seeking a Product Manager to execute on our product strategy, develop our products with innovation and continue to create the best mobile applications in the marketplace. Overall primary job functions include:
Setting strategy for Applications & Services group
• Identify and analyze industry direction
• Identify and engage in new mobile opportunities
• Create product roadmap and tactical direction
Production of all mobile product offerings
• Create compelling products that are fun and easy to use.
• Lead product team in development and distribution of all product lines
• Manage a handful of own products
• Understand the risk and returns for each product
• Full P&L responsibility for all existing and new product lines
Qualifications include:
• Bachelors Degree, 3 -5 years of experience. Mobile experience a huge plus
• Highly passionate for well thought out products
• First rate problem solving skills
• Great attention to detail
• Proven track record and interest in managing consumer facing products
• Motivating attitude and engagement
• Excellent communication skills
About the Company:
Vindigo, headquartered in New York, is the leading provider of mobile products and services in North America. Founded in 1999 and owned by For-Side (JASDAQ), Vindigo offers the largest carrier distribution network in the U.S. and the top-selling application catalog-including MapQuest Mobile and Vindigo City Guide. Vindigo provides mobile marketing and advertising services to Fortune 500 companies, and has launched over 500 campaigns-ranging from SMS and WAP to custom downloadable applications. Uniquely positioned in the industry, Vindigo is a financially strong company with a long track record of success, coupled with prestigious partnerships and consumer brand awareness.
Compensation & Benefits:
• Base salary with performance-based bonus; commensurate with experience.
• Vindigo offers a highly competitive benefits package that includes 401K matching.
To apply, please send your resume indicating the position of interest and salary requirements to: vindigojobs@vindigo.com
An Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.
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