Product Manager

QE Services IT Recruitment; Bellville; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Bellville is seeking a Product Manager to define the product vision and lead market research initiatives. The ideal candidate has 4-6 years of product management experience and is knowledgeable about the South African fruit export industry. Proficiency in English and Afrikaans is essential, along with strong analytical and leadership skills. This is a permanent position offering an exciting opportunity to drive product strategies.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of product management experience leading product features.
• Experience with accounting software and fruit accounting.
• Fluency in English and Afrikaans.

Responsibilities

• Define the product vision, strategy, and roadmap.
• Conduct market research to identify customer pain points.
• Collaborate to develop solutions that meet customer needs.

Skills

Product Strategy

Product Management

Analytical skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Software

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Job description

My client based in Bellville (Northern Suburbs) is currently looking for a Product Manager to join them on a permanent basis

IT / Finance

Responsibilities

• Define the product vision, strategy, and roadmap
• Conduct market research to identify customer pain points and industry trends
• Collaborate with clients, operations and sales and marketing to develop solutions
• Prioritize features based on business impact and customer feedback
• Oversee the product lifecycle from concept to deployment
• Ensure software solutions align with business objectives and user needs
  
  

Experience

• 4-6 years of product management experience with a proven track record of leading product features from concept to launch
• A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field is preferred
• Experience working with accounting software and fruit accounting
• Experience in customer-facing roles, delivering products that meet market demands and drive business impact
• Ability to successfully manage and prioritize multiple product features and initiatives
• Strong background in analysing market trends, customer feedback, and competitive dynamics to guide product decisions
  
  

Competencies

• Experience in software product management or related roles
• Has technical product knowledge and specific domain expertise
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Understanding of software development processes and technologies
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities
• Strategic thinking and decision-making skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Good administrative skills
• Strong business development skills
• South African Fruit export industry knowledge important
• Must be fluent in English and Afrikaans
• Perform well under pressure
  
  

If you are ready for the next exciting step in your career, and would like to apply, please send us your updated CV to review

Desired Skills

• Product Strategy
• Product Management
• Product managing
• Software
• Product Innovation
• Product Planning