Key Responsibilities:
Lead the end-to-end product lifecycle, from conceptualization to launch, for key initiatives within our product portfolio
Collaborate with stakeholders to define product vision, strategy, and roadmap, aligning with business objectives and customer needs
Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer feedback to identify opportunities and inform product decisions
Define and prioritize features based on value, feasibility, and strategic alignment, leveraging agile methodologies to drive rapid iteration and delivery
Work closely with engineering teams to translate requirements into actionable user stories, providing clear direction and support throughout the development process
Monitor and analyse product performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and optimization to enhance the customer experience and drive business outcomes
Serve as a subject matter expert on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in Product management, sharing insights and driving continuous learning and improvement across the organization
Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, IT, Computer Science, or Commerce fields
Product Management Certification
Proven experience as a Product manager, with a track record of successfully launching and optimizing digital products
5+ years of experience working with engineering teams in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating the ability to juggle multiple projects, stay organized, and prioritize deadlines effectively
Project Management experience is an advantage
Skills:
Strong analytical skills and data-driven decision-making capabilities, with the ability to translate complex insights into actionable strategies and initiatives
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and build consensus around product priorities and trade-offs
A passion for innovation and customer-centric design, with a relentless focus on delivering exceptional experiences that drive business growth and customer loyalty
Behaviours:
Business Insight - applies market and business insights in order to drive organisational objectives
Communicates Effectively - conveys information and communicates ideas in a clear, concise and impactful manner
Decision Quality - consistently makes timely, well-rounded and informed decisions
Ensures Accountability - takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
Manages Complexity - interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems
Optimizes Work Processes - assesses and improves the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of various work processes
Plans and Aligns - develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives
Tech Savvy - leverages new technology to enhance productivity, improve problem solving, and support business growth
Preference will be given, but not limited to, candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.
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