Tuesday, May 02, 2006

Journal Interactive – Interactive Product Manager (2)

Due to our continued growth, Journal Interactive has two immediate vacancies for the position of interactive product manager who will hold primary responsibility for defining new, and enhancing existing online features and functions for Journal Communications network of web sites that exceed the needs of our customers. Also responsible for: planning and definition of product requirements, provide technical oversight, and act as a liaison between business and technology teams to facilitate technical issue escalation and prioritization of resources. In addition, the interactive product manager will collaborate with marketing and sales to ensure smooth product launches with appropriately timed marketing campaigns launches.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree with three to five years of experience in product management, online marketing and/or e-commerce operations. Demonstrated skill in project management and P & L analysis are critical to one’s success in this position, as is the ability to multi-task and execute quickly in a fast-paced, results-driven environment. Candidates must able to communicate technical information in simple language and to learn and apply computer and software knowledge quickly. Solid knowledge of computer software and hardware is required (Internet technologies, Web-based applications, data manipulation, database operations, HTML, Photoshop and FTP with light scripting skills for Java-based application.)

This is a high-level position that reports directly to the vice president of interactive media and marketing. In this position, you will have the opportunity to work with one of the country’s most innovative companies in a team environment. Journal Sentinel Inc. offers a very competitive starting salary to include incentive compensation for outstanding performance, opportunities to grow with a major employer and benefits package to include: tuition reimbursement, stock, health, dental, vision, 401(k) and paid vacation.

Please submit resume and cover letter indicating your interest in the position, along with compensation history to: Journal Sentinel, Inc., Human Resources Department, 333 W. State Street, P.O. Box 661, Milwaukee, WI 53201-0661, Fax: 414-224-2897, e-mail: hr@journalsentinel.com.