Senior Project Manager - Product Development

Placements24; Windsor Park (TN); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Remote work

Professional development

Career advancement

Retirement contributions

Team-building activities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead new product development initiatives in a fully remote setup within South Africa. You will guide cross-functional teams through concept, design, and manufacture to launch, ensuring on-time delivery and budget adherence.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in NPD for tech/consumer electronics, strong hardware/software integration knowledge, and proven leadership in remote environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Product Design, Business, or a related field.
• Master's degree or MBA preferred.
• At least 7 years in project management with NPD in tech or consumer electronics.
• Proven track record of launching new products from concept to market.
• Strong hardware and software development process knowledge.
• Experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.

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 mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate with manufacturing partners and supply chain teams for seamless production.
• Ensure clear communication among stakeholders, including executive leadership.
• Track progress, provide status updates, and manage project documentation.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in product development processes.
• Ensure product launches are coordinated with marketing and sales efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Jira

MS Project

Aha!

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related

Master's degree or MBA preferred

Tools

Jira

MS Project

Aha!

Job description

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.