Senior Project Manager - Product Development

Placements24; London Borough of Newham; Híbrido; GBP 68.000 - 98.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health benefits

Remote work with global teams

Professional development opportunities

Retirement fund contributions

Global career advancement

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 seeks a Senior Project Manager to drive new product development in a fully remote role with teams across the globe, including South Africa. You will lead cross-functional teams, define scope, timelines, budgets, and oversee the lifecycle from concept to launch, ensuring high quality and on-time delivery.

The ideal candidate brings 7+ years in technology project management, strong hardware-software integration knowledge, and expertise in Jira, MS Project or Aha!, with excellent

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Product Design, Business, or a related field.
• Master's degree or MBA preferred.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with a significant focus on new product development in technology or consumer electronics.
• Proven track record of successfully bringing new products from concept to market launch.
• Strong understanding of hardware and software development processes.
• Experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies, adapting approaches as needed.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the planning, execution, and successful launch of new product development projects.
• Manage cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, marketing, and operations, in a remote setting.
• Define project scope, objectives, timelines, budgets, and resource requirements.
• Oversee the product development lifecycle, ensuring adherence to stage-gate processes and quality standards.
• Identify and manage project risks and issues, developing and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate with manufacturing partners and supply chain teams for seamless production.
• Ensure clear and consistent communication among all project stakeholders, including executive leadership.
• Track project progress, provide regular status updates, and manage project documentation.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in product development processes.
• Ensure product launches are coordinated effectively with marketing and sales efforts.

Conocimientos

Senior Project Management

Cross-functional leadership

Hardware/Software integration

Jira

MS Project

Aha!

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

MBA or Master's preferred

Herramientas

Jira

MS Project

Aha!

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, an innovative leader in consumer electronics, is seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Senior Project Manager to lead new product development initiatives. This fully remote position offers the exciting opportunity to work from anywhere within **South Africa**, collaborating with global teams to bring cutting-edge products to market. You will be responsible for managing the entire product development lifecycle, from concept and design through to manufacturing and launch. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in product development methodologies, excellent leadership qualities, and a deep understanding of hardware and software integration. You will play a pivotal role in driving innovation, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet the highest quality standards in a fast-paced, remote-first environment. This is a critical role for a passionate product leader.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and successful launch of new product development projects.
• Manage cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, marketing, and operations, in a remote setting.
• Define project scope, objectives, timelines, budgets, and resource requirements.
• Oversee the product development lifecycle, ensuring adherence to stage-gate processes and quality standards.
• Identify and manage project risks and issues, developing and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate with manufacturing partners and supply chain teams for seamless production.
• Ensure clear and consistent communication among all project stakeholders, including executive leadership.
• Track project progress, provide regular status updates, and manage project documentation.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in product development processes.
• Ensure product launches are coordinated effectively with marketing and sales efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Product Design, Business, or a related field.
• Master's degree or MBA preferred.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with a significant focus on new product development in the technology or consumer electronics sector.
• Proven track record of successfully bringing new products from concept to market launch.
• Strong understanding of hardware and software development processes.
• Experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies, adapting approaches as needed.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Jira, MS Project, Aha!).
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and motivate teams in a fully remote environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Passion for innovation and delivering exceptional consumer products.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary package, comprehensive health benefits, and a performance-based bonus structure.
• As a fully remote position, we offer excellent work-life balance and the flexibility to work from your preferred location within **South Africa**.
• You will have access to significant professional development opportunities, including training on new product development techniques and leadership programs.
• We provide a collaborative and innovative work environment with ample opportunities for career advancement within a global organization.
• Additional benefits include contributions to a retirement fund, regular virtual team-building activities, and the chance to work on exciting, market-leading products.