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Director, Reward Currencies

Filled Jobs, Product Management — Posted on March 9, 2010 4:00 pm

• Are you passionate about new technology and products?
• Are you a multi-tasker who thrives in a fast-paced environment?
• Do you dream about software product lifecycles at night and eat product roadmaps for breakfast?

If you shouted “Yes!” as you read the questions above (either in your head or outloud), and you’re looking for an exciting role where you can really make a difference – look no further!

We have an exceptional opportunity available for an experienced Product leader within the Points International Reward Currencies business unit.

Read a profile of Points.com and learn about the origins of the company here

About the Company

Points International Ltd. is a vibrant Canadian internet company that has experienced success in both the North American and Global markets. More than 60 of the world’s leading loyalty brands partner with Points to increase program flexibility, drive greater member engagement, and grow revenue. The company also owns Points.com, a consumer hub for the management of loyalty rewards. Points.com attracts millions of users from hundreds of different loyalty programs, each looking for ways to earn their favorite currency.

Reward Currency Services
Points builds, manages and operates B2B solutions for the management of loyalty programs and reward currencies. This business unit delivers white label eCommerce solutions that enable top loyalty programs to offer their members the option to purchase, move and exchange their currency, thereby increasing program flexibility and driving member engagement.

Points.com
At Points.com, consumers can swap, earn, buy, gift, share, and redeem miles and points from many of the world’s leading reward programs. Participating programs include the American Airlines AAdvantage® program, Aeroplan®, Asia Miles™, British Airways Executive Club, Wyndham Rewards®, Delta SkyMiles® and InterContinental Hotels Group’s Priority Club® Rewards. Redemption partners include Amazon.com® and Starbucks. Points.com is the world’s leading reward program management website, and was recently named one of the 30 Best Travel Sites by Kiplinger’s.

This company takes pride in their energetic team environment and strong culture. They multi-task well, communicate directly, and lead by example. Passion about life and work is important at Points, and this is what they want to see it in you when you meet!

Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for bringing products to market and delivering results.
• Identify market opportunities, formulate product strategies and long-term roadmaps, analyze detailed requirements and be deeply involved in design and development process. 
• Work closely with internal stakeholders and external clients to communicate and evangelize product roadmaps.
• Recognize new technology trends and how they may impact the Reward Currencies business.
• Define all aspects of product requirements and specifications, including information architecture, UI/Design (working with creative), and usability testing.
• Work closely with engineering and QA to build, test, release, and measure all product initiatives.
• Manage daily Scrum meetings with engineering; facilitate a fast-moving, iterative, agile approach to development.
• Manage project timelines, scope, milestones, and prioritization.

Who Should Apply

• Solid understanding of software product lifecycles for multi-stage long-term strategic initiatives for enterprise software or web-based products.
• Strong background or familiarity with eCommerce, internet technology, social media, search technologies or related areas.
• A working understanding of mobile application development and the mobile space in general.
• Hands-on experience with B2B client interfacing for requirements analysis, competitive research, developing multi-phase feature roadmaps, granular feature prioritization, detailed feature design and documentation of product/functional requirement specifications.
• Track record of developing elegant and simple feature functionalities delivered through world-class user experiences.
• Successful collaboration with top-tier engineering and product organizations, and proven ability to work with cross-functional teams including sales, marketing, business management and customer care.
• Strong working knowledge of Agile development methodologies.
• Ability to navigate conflicting priorities in a fast-changing environment.
• Computer Science or Business Background with a technology focus.
• Minimum 8 years experience in the technology industry, preferably in product management, with a consistently strong track record of increasing responsibilities and successes. Software development experience is a plus. 

Personal and Interpersonal Skills:

• Ability to interact with and influence senior management with strong product vision.
• Goal-oriented, detail-oriented, ambitious, and strong ability to follow-through on commitments.
• Strong communication, analytical and problem solving skills.
• Demonstrates integrity, maturity, and sets an example of constructive and positive leadership for the team.

Contact

To make an inquiry and/or to submit a resume, please contact: Penny Curtis

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