We're a visionary, exciting social media/networking and e-commerce start-up company seeking a Lead Product Manager to join the founding team.

Our early-stage startup is building a one-of-its-kind style with (later) e-commerce platform - our startup's initial product launch -, and we also have a very disruptive social media/networking platform in our eco-system pipeline.

The style platform takes a thoroughly innovative, fresh approach to style/style media, and although an interest and/or fervor for style/fashion is a plus, it is not a requisite.

The social media and networking platform caters to a niche segment initially, and we have a unique vision for the platform that distinguishes it from other entities in the space. Dating, for instance, is one of the early features on the platform and it is precisely hewn to the preferences of our target audience, to an extent that it could have been a successful stand-alone product. We'll share specific details about our efforts during candidate discussions.

We're looking for a smart technologist who can lead our product development and the scaling of a world-class product team. The social media and networking platform caters to a niche segment initially, and we have a unique vision for the platform that distinguishes it from other entities in the space. We'll share specific details about our efforts during candidate discussions.

This role includes a remote/WFH option, and part-time is okay initially. As one of the early members of the team, you'll have an appropriate stake in the company, as well as a salary commensurate to the market rate. The startup is passionate, focused, youthful, and eager to build its presence quickly.

Compensation:

Equity, Market Competitive Salary (based on experience and qualifications), and Perks

Location:

Miami, Los Angeles Metro, and Remote/WFH

About the Position:

The Lead Product Manager will partner in the startup's vision, help shape the trajectory of the company's efforts, provide the startup's executive team with invaluable product guidance, and help lead the startup's recruitment of an experienced and innovative Product team. Although startup experience is a definite plus, it isn't required.

Note: The scope of responsibilities listed includes early-stage responsibilities in the absence of additional Product leadership present. Depending on the particular hire, the role can transition to another Product-related (leadership) role and/or be hewn according to hire’s skill set and experience.

Responsibilities:

• Develop the product vision and set, in collaboration with Strategy team, the strategic direction of the product, which aligns with customer needs, business growth, and overall technology strategy

• Collaborate closely/work cross-functionally with Engineering, Marketing, and Sales teams on the development, QA, and release of products

• Pursue a deep understanding of user and customer needs through research and data analysis

• Explore new technologies and features as well as complimentary products/platforms (including use of pilot programs)

• Assess current competitor offerings, seeking opportunities for differentiation

• Appraise new product ideas, and in collaboration with the Strategy team, strategize appropriate go-to-market plans

• Analyze market data to develop sales strategies, as well as define product objectives for effective marketing communications

• Develop, in collaboration with Strategy team, product positioning and messaging that differentiates the startup and product's features across primary market segments

• Define product requirements and roadmaps including such as time, cost, feasibility, and impact

• Develop, in collaboration with Analytics, metrics and KPIs to measure the products and identify areas for improvement

• Analyze consumer needs, current market trends, and potential partnerships

• Drive the execution of all product lifecycle processes including product research, market research, competitive analysis, planning, positioning, roadmap development, requirements development, and product launch

• Build, mentor, and manage a Product team including Product managers and UX designers, among others, and nurture a customer-driven product culture

• Drive scalable processes and innovation in the product development cycle

• Collaborate across teams to communicate product strategies with internal stakeholders and adjust priorities according to feedback

• Translation of product strategy into detailed requirements for prototype construction and final product development by engineering teams

• Creation of product strategy documents, in collaboration with Strategy, that describe business cases, high-level use cases, technical requirements, revenue, and ROI

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required, Master's is a plus

• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills to work closely with various teams throughout the organization

• Experience working at a social media/social networking services startup is a plus;

• Proven experience in Product-related leadership and/or management roles (minimum 3 years of experience)

• Demonstrated success in working collaboratively on delivering world-class solutions

• Have fun and love what you do!

Desired Skills:

• Excellent (verbal and written) communication, negotiation, and organization skills

• A highly proactive, problem-solving orientation with canny analytical and strategic abilities

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment

• Self-driven/highly motivated team builder who leads with a positive attitude

• Advanced computer skills including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, among other business software

• Strong time-management and project management skills

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $295,000.00 - $365,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Santa Monica, CA 90401