Assistant Product Manager

Samaha Consulting; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in Johannesburg is seeking an Intermediate Product Manager to lead projects in digital media. The role requires over 5 years of experience in product management, proficiency in agile methodologies, and a strong focus on user experience. The ideal candidate will excel in communication and analytical thinking. Competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5+ years of product management experience, including 4 years in digital media or content platforms.
• Obsession with creating delightful user experiences.
• Data-driven and analytical approach to features and changes.
• Proven track record of delivering business value.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse workload and prioritize tasks.
• Familiarity with agile and lean processes.
• Communicate complex concepts simply and clearly.

Skills

Sound judgment

Analytical thinking

Planning and organising

Good verbal communication

Organized and meticulous

Pro‑active

Quality‑orientated

Professional, assertive, and responsible

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Job description

Functional area: Product Management ( Digital Media) - Intermediate

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
• A minimum of 5+ years of product management experience, including 4 years in a digital media or content platforms
• Obsession with creating delightful user experiences
• Data and research driven, analytical approach to features and changes
• Proven track record of delivering business value
• Comfortable with ambiguity and change
• Proficiency to manage a diverse workload and assign priorities to tasks
• Familiarity and significant experience with agile and lean processes
• Thorough knowledge of prevailing and emerging mobile trends and technologies
• Experience working on web and mobile products
• An exceptional communicator with presentation experience. Able to convey complex concepts in a simple and digestible manner

Skills and Competencies

• Sound judgment
• Analytical thinking
• Planning and organising
• Good verbal communication – Afrikaans would be preferable but not a prerequisite
• Organized and meticulous
• Pro‑active
• Quality‑orientated
• Professional, assertive, and responsible
• A team player