E-commerce Product Manager

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus potential

Hybrid work model

Health, dental, vision, and life保险

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking an E-commerce Product Manager to lead the growth of the online store. You will translate market insights into a compelling product roadmap and work with engineering, design, and marketing to deliver valuable features that boost engagement and revenue.

This hybrid role requires strategic thinking, cross-functional collaboration, and a passion for delivering exceptional online shopping experiences for customers in the Gauteng region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• MBA is a plus.
• 5+ years of product management experience, focused on e-commerce or digital products.
• Proven track record launching and scaling online products.

Responsibilities

• Define and own product vision, strategy, and roadmap for the e-commerce platform.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer interviews.
• Translate product strategy into detailed requirements, user stories, and prototypes.
• Manage the product lifecycle from ideation through launch and iteration.
• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and operations for successful launches and ongoing performance.

Skills

UX principles

Agile methodologies

Stakeholder management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

MBA

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and customer-focused E-commerce Product Manager to lead the development and enhancement of their online product offerings in Randburg . This hybrid role requires a visionary leader who can translate market insights and customer needs into a compelling product roadmap for their digital storefront . You will be responsible for defining product vision, strategy, and requirements, working closely with engineering, design, and marketing teams to deliver innovative features that drive engagement and revenue. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of the e-commerce landscape, excels at cross-functional collaboration, and is passionate about creating exceptional online shopping experiences for customers in the dynamic Gauteng region.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and own the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for the e-commerce platform , prioritizing features based on business impact and customer value.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer interviews to identify new product opportunities and validate hypotheses.
• Translate product strategy into detailed requirements, user stories, and prototypes for the engineering and design teams.
• Manage the product lifecycle from ideation through launch and iteration, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality features.
• Collaborate closely with marketing, sales, and operations teams to ensure successful product launches and ongoing performance of the online business .

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; MBA is a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in product management , with a significant focus on e-commerce or digital products.
• Proven track record of launching and scaling successful online products and features.
• Strong understanding of user experience (UX) principles, agile development methodologies, and e-commerce technologies .
• Excellent strategic thinking, analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills within a collaborative environment in Randburg .

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary with executive-level bonus opportunities.
• Hybrid work model offering a balance between office presence and remote flexibility.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Opportunities for significant impact and career growth within a leading online retailer .
• A dynamic and collaborative work culture that fosters innovation and customer-centricity.