DIRECTV is seeking a Lead Product Marketing Manager responsible for defining project/program scope and objectives, guiding activities of a project/program team, identifying resources, and establishing a master timeline for deliverables. The ideal candidate has experience working cross-functionally with internal/external teams to flawlessly deliver programs that achieve results against established organizational objectives, timelines, and financial goals.
Responsibilities:
- Projects and programs are typically consumer and agent targeted marketing campaigns that involve working with technical and non-technical partners to bring the strategy to life
- The projects/programs you’ll be supporting are often complex in nature, may not follow a repeatable framework, and typically span multiple business units
- This role will also manage certain areas of responsibility in enterprise-wide IT enhancement projects to support the above-mentioned marketing campaigns leading cross functional teams, spanning technical development, go-to-market, and call centers, and responsible for the short term and long-term marketing plan development, strategic planning, and project delivery
Requirements:
- Able to manage multiple projects and work under tight deadlines
- Self-directed, organized, and detail oriented, as well as ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Strong problem-solving skills and demonstrate good judgement to risk mitigate any complex issues overcoming roadblocks
- Proficient in learning new systems and applications
- Demonstrated ability to analyze complex issues and to articulate technical requirements through clear documentation
- Ability to communicate and work effectively with technical managers and application developers, balanced with ability to concisely articulate through verbal communication and presentation to non-technical stakeholders and senior level executives
- Ability to accommodate change and adapt accordingly
- Leadership qualities, including ability to motivate others, inspire teams to a common goal, and overcome group roadblocks
- Advanced leadership such as conflict resolution, senior leader relationship management, and risk mitigation are required
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
- Confidence and experience presenting and interacting across all levels of management