Product Manager - Mobile Devices

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We are Optimum, a leader in the fast-paced world of connectivity, and we're on the hunt for enthusiastic professionals to join our team! We understand that connectivity isn't just a luxury anymore - it's a necessity that empowers lives, fuels businesses, and drives innovation. A career at Optimum means you'll be enabling progress and enhancing lives by providing reliable, high-speed connectivity solutions that keep the world connected. We owe our success to our amazing product, commitment to our people and the connections we make in every community.
If you are resourceful, collaborative, team-oriented and passionate about delivering consistent excellence, Optimum is the Company for you!
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Job Summary
We are seeking a Mobile Device and Accessory Manager who is deeply motivated and brings proven experience to our energetic team. This individual will play an important role in bolstering the strategic expansion of our mobile product. The role encompasses comprehensive management of device and accessory product management from portfolio planning and product go-to-market (GTM) strategies, flawless launch execution and lifecycle management. The focus is on supporting the acceleration of mobile device and accessory revenue, enhancing device attach rates, and securing market share growth, all in line with our corporate budget objectives. This position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a candidate passionate about the device and accessories business, eager to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
This role is designed for someone who is ready to take their device and accessory product management experiences to the next level, contributing significantly to our growth and success in the mobile device business.
Responsibilities

• Product P/L objectives support: contributes to achieving and exceeding corporate budget goals by driving initiatives that boost profitable revenue, device attach growth, accessory sales and market gain. Works closely with cross-functional teams to support the mobile device and accessories growth vision.
• Customer-Centric Mindset: Advocates for the Voice of the customer throughout the product lifecycle. Understands customer demographics, segmentation and needs by analyzing market trends, and spearheads product GTM and launches that drive device and accessories growth and attach rates.
• 4P's & Product Launches: Takes charge of creating 4P's and GTM briefing, facilitating comprehensive understanding of the product's key selling points and value proposition across the organization, especially with retails sales. Negotiates with OEMs and distributors for promotional contributions and strives for strong sales results & high attach rates.
• Market Analysis & Competitive Insights: Keeps eyes on industry's dynamic changes, conducts competitive analysis and market research. Leverages mobile business experiences to support informed decisions regarding the mobile device portfolio, accessories and operations. Offers concise communication on trends, opportunities and risks.
• Device Launch Execution Management: Manages mobile device launch execution, coordinating with various organizational departments and OEMs to ensure a seamless product GTM launch, inventory monitoring, store stocking strategy, PO recommendations, sales performance monitoring and reporting.
• Device Lifecycle Management: Tracks device/accessory sell thru and inventory, aggregates forecast from different channel sources and supports the replenishment process. Works with the B2C and B2B channel leads to update device pricing in the billing system and e-commerce platforms
• Leadership & Ownership: Demonstrates an ownership mentality by being accountable for the work's quality and success. Simplifies complex concepts for different audiences and undertakes various responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required, Master's or MBA preferred.
• A minimum of 5+ years' experience in the wireless industry, focusing on mobile product management, device and accessory portfolio plans & products, GTM operations would be a plus.
• Experience in forecasting and product/device lifecycle management.
• A customer-centric approach, with a strong grasp of consumer behavior, how products are distributed, customer experience and market dynamics.
• Proven experience in fostering team and cross-functional collaboration.
• Skilled in forming effective partnerships across essential areas, such as mobile product management, OEM management, sourcing, sales, finance, marketing, logistics, eCom, customer care etc.
• Excellent communications, strategic thinking and collaborative abilities.
• A commitment to ownership, urgency, integrity and delivering high-quality work.

At Optimum, we're fueled by our four core pillars: Taking Ownership, Upholding Transparency, Creating Community, and Demonstrating Expertise. Our commitment to empowering employees to take responsibility and embrace proactive problem-solving underpins Taking Ownership. Upholding Transparency is at the core of our culture, with open and honest communication fostering trust among our dedicated team and loyal customers. Creating Community is more than a goal; it's our daily commitment to fostering an environment of collaboration, innovation, and positivity. Demonstrating expertise is a promise we uphold through continuous learning and engagement with our customers to consistently deliver top-quality products and services. These pillars not only shape our culture but define Optimum as a place of excellence, trustworthiness, and thriving community, and we invite you to be a part of our journey.
If you have the drive to succeed and are ready to embark on a thrilling career, seize this opportunity today, and join our winning team, so together, we'll shape the future of connectivity.
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Pay is competitive and based on a number of job-related factors, including skills and experience. The starting pay rate/range at time of hire for this position in the posted location is $123,379.00 - $202,694.00 / year. The rate/range provided herein is the anticipated pay at the time of hire, and does not reflect future job opportunity.
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