Principal Product Marketing Manager, Product Commercialization at Upside

Austin, Texas, United States

Upside Logo
$175,000 – $206,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Retail, Commerce, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • 7+ years of experience in product marketing, sales enablement, or a related role—preferably in B2B, SaaS, or a high-growth tech environment (experience with marketplaces is a plus)
  • Proven understanding of product commercialization and experience developing strategies to drive product adoption
  • Outstanding messaging and positioning skills, with the ability to distill complex ideas into clear, compelling value propositions
  • Proven track record of crafting high-impact sales enablement content—including pitch decks, playbooks, and competitive battle cards
  • Experience working cross-functionally with sales, marketing, and product teams to align on go-to-market strategies
  • Data-driven approach, with experience using insights to optimize sales performance and messaging
  • Bias for action and results, with the ability to work independently and drive initiatives forward in a fast-paced environment
  • Genuine passion for problem-solving and applying an analytical approach to each new challenge
  • Resiliency, with a willingness to take on new responsibilities as the role evolves

Responsibilities

  • Champion the voice of the retailer, using market and competitive research to translate retailers’ needs into opportunities for product strategy
  • Ensure internal alignment by acting as the primary liaison between the Product and Retailer Go-to-Market (RGTM) teams, promoting internal product roadmap understanding and ensuring retailer influence in roadmap prioritization
  • Define the internal product hierarchy to ensure effective and impactful launches and positive retailer reception
  • Contribute to pricing strategy so that price points reflect the product's value, cover costs, and meet retailers’ expectations
  • Drive adoption of new products and features among target prospects, channel partners, and existing Upside retailer partners
  • Help discover and document new product use-cases based on retailer pain points that could turn into new solutions and product offerings
  • Partner with Revenue Enablement to ensure Sales and Accounts teams are equipped to tell the product story and accelerate conversion and expansion opportunities

Skills

Product Marketing
Market Research
Competitive Research
Product Strategy
Go-to-Market
Pricing Strategy
Product Commercialization
Roadmap Prioritization
Stakeholder Alignment
Revenue Growth

Upside

Cash-back app for everyday purchases

About Upside

Upside offers a cash-back app that rewards users for everyday purchases like gas, groceries, and food. Users can claim cash-back offers at local retailers, which increases their purchasing power while helping retailers boost sales and customer loyalty. The company earns revenue through partnerships with retailers, sharing commissions with users as cash-back rewards. Upside aims to create a fair economic model in retail, focusing on user privacy, environmental sustainability, and fostering an inclusive workplace.

Washington, District of ColumbiaHeadquarters
2015Year Founded
$63.2MTotal Funding
SERIES_DCompany Stage
Consulting, Cybersecurity, Consumer GoodsIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Health, vision, & dental insurance
Free lunch
Stock options
Unlimited PTO

Risks

Increased competition from fintech companies like Chime could dilute Upside's value proposition.
Dependency on specific retail partners may limit Upside's flexibility in diversifying partnerships.
Reliance on the volatile fuel sector could impact Upside's profitability.

Differentiation

Upside offers personalized cash-back deals, enhancing consumer purchasing power.
The company invests 1% of revenue in sustainability initiatives, appealing to eco-conscious consumers.
Upside's partnerships with major retailers boost retailer profits without altering operations.

Upsides

Partnerships with Chime and Schnucks expand Upside's reach and user base.
The rise of digital wallets enhances Upside's integration opportunities, increasing user engagement.
Sustainability focus attracts environmentally conscious consumers, differentiating Upside from competitors.

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