Director of Product Management

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with employer

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Director of Product Management to lead its SaaS product team, shaping vision, strategy, and roadmap. The role combines remote work with in-office collaboration in East London, directing managers, guiding customer insights, and delivering market-led product initiatives.

You will drive go-to-market plans, oversee full lifecycle, and partner with engineering, marketing and sales to achieve growth while championing user-centered design and data-driven decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• MBA or Master’s degree preferred.
• 7+ years product management experience, with 3+ years in leadership.
• Proven SaaS product launch and management track record.
• Strong understanding of agile, user-centered design.
• Excellent strategic thinking, analytical and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Define product vision, strategy and roadmap for assigned product lines.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of product managers.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer interviews to identify product opportunities.
• Prioritize features based on market needs, business value, and feasibility.
• Oversee the product lifecycle from ideation to launch and iteration.
• Collaborate with engineering, design, marketing and sales teams for successful development and launches.
• Develop go-to-market strategies for new products and features.
• Define and track product metrics (adoption, satisfaction, revenue).
• Gather user feedback to inform improvements and future development.
• Manage stakeholder relationships and align on priorities.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Ensure product quality and UX standards.
• Manage backlogs and sprints effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Market analysis

User-centric design

Go-to-market strategy

Agile development

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/Business

MBA or Master’s degree

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Aha!

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing software company specializing in SaaS solutions, is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Product Management to lead their product team. This key role will be responsible for defining the product vision, strategy, and roadmap, ensuring that our products meet market needs and drive business growth. You will lead a team of talented product managers, guiding them in understanding customer requirements, prioritizing features, and overseeing the product development lifecycle. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of product management methodologies, market analysis, and user experience design. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, combining remote work flexibility with essential in-office collaboration with engineering, marketing, and sales teams in East London . You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our product portfolio and ensuring our continued success in the competitive SaaS market. We are looking for a visionary leader who can translate market insights into compelling product strategies. Your expertise in user-centric product development and go-to-market strategies will be critical. We aim to deliver innovative solutions that empower our users and drive value.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and articulate the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for assigned product lines.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of product managers.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer interviews to identify product opportunities.
• Prioritize product features and initiatives based on market needs, business value, and technical feasibility.
• Oversee the entire product lifecycle, from ideation and development to launch and iteration.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, design, marketing, and sales teams to ensure successful product development and launch.
• Develop comprehensive go-to-market strategies for new products and features.
• Define and track key product metrics (e.g., user adoption, customer satisfaction, revenue).
• Gather and analyze user feedback to inform product improvements and future development.
• Manage relationships with stakeholders, ensuring alignment on product strategy and priorities.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies relevant to our product space.
• Ensure products meet quality standards and user experience expectations.
• Manage product backlogs and development sprints effectively.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• An MBA or Master's degree in a relevant field is preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in product management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role managing product teams.
• Proven track record of successfully launching and managing software products, preferably SaaS.
• Deep understanding of product management principles, agile development methodologies, and user-centered design.
• Excellent strategic thinking, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.
• Experience in conducting market research and competitive analysis.
• Familiarity with product management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Aha!).
• Experience working effectively in a hybrid work environment.
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex user needs into clear product requirements.
• Experience in the B2B SaaS market is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a retirement savings plan with employer matching.
• Employees receive a generous annual leave and paid time off allowance.
• Opportunities for professional development, attending industry conferences, and continuous learning are supported.
• We provide a collaborative and innovative work environment that values employee growth and contribution.
• This hybrid role offers the flexibility of remote work combined with essential in-office collaboration for strategic initiatives.
• Access to modern product development tools and resources.
• Regular team events and opportunities for networking.