Job title : Product Strategy Manager (29799) (Cape Town)
Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town
Deadline : January 03, 2025
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Purpose of the role We are seeking a Product Strategy Lead to join the Product team and lead driving revenue and profitability growth of a new product. You will report into the Director of Product and be expected to work independently to drive the product strategy and roadmap for your product, and collaborate with cross-functional teams across the organisation to deliver initiatives. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, analytical and entrepreneurial, with a demonstrable track record of success in a fast paced, demanding environment. This role is a unique opportunity for a high-performer to lead the development of a new product at an early stage, with the potential to fast-track into a more senior position, contingent upon the product's performance.
Key responsibilities Own the product strategy, roadmap and P&L for a new product Develop the product proposition by leveraging customer insights, understanding our internal capabilities, and identifying opportunities for technological enhancements; working closely with the Director of Product and senior stakeholders across functional teams Collaborate with Marketing, Sales, Pricing and Operations to design and execute campaigns and initiatives to increase demand and drive revenue and profitability Work closely with Technology to enhance the product offering, aligning it to the latest technological advancements and customer needs Develop and own business cases for key product decisions
Required skills, experience & qualifications Bachelor's degree in economics, business, engineering, finance, or a related field 3+ years of experience in a commercially-minded role (strategy/management consulting, product/strategy/commercial team at a start/scale-up or large corporation, investment banking, etc.) Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and independently work effectively with senior leadership, cross-functional, and multi-national teams Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with comfort using data to inform strategic decisions Passion for working in an entrepreneurial environment, with a willingness to work independently and assume significant responsibility from an early stage with limited oversight Keen interest/expertise in technology and innovation, with a focus on creating products that deliver value to customers Highly proficient in Microsoft suite, specifically PowerPoint and Excel
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