Product Manager

PayU; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

PayU, a leading fintech company, is seeking a Product Manager to plan and execute its product roadmap. The role involves conducting market research, defining product requirements, and ensuring collaboration across teams to deliver successful products. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in product management within the fintech space.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience as a Product Manager, Product Owner, or Business Analyst.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in an Agile environment.
• Deep understanding of the fintech industry.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research to understand customer needs and trends.
• Develop and communicate a comprehensive product roadmap.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product development.

Skills

Effective communication with technical teams

Ability to analyze data and measure product success

Customer-centric mindset

Proficiency in Agile and Scrum methodologies

Prioritization skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree (preferably in IT or Commerce)

Job description

About PayU

PayU, a leading payment and Fintech company operating in over 50 high-growth markets across Asia, Central and Eastern Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa, is part of the Prosus group, one of the world's largest technology investors. We are redefining online buying and selling for our 300,000+ merchants and millions of consumers.

As a prominent online payment service provider, we deploy more than 400 payment methods and PCI-certified platforms to process approximately 6 million payments daily.

About The Role

We are seeking a Product Manager to join our product team. You will be responsible for planning and executing the product roadmap and translating it into user stories.

We value passionate, proactive, innovative individuals who thrive in dynamic, evolving, and global environments. This role involves ensuring the product meets customer needs, aligns with company objectives, and succeeds in the market.

The primary goal of this role is to support defining and prioritizing the product backlog to maximize value for customers and the business.

Responsibilities and key activities:

1. Conduct market research to understand customer needs, industry trends, and the competitive landscape.
2. Use market insights to identify opportunities and challenges, informing product decisions.
3. Develop and communicate a comprehensive product roadmap aligned with business priorities and customer needs.
4. Prioritize features and enhancements based on strategic goals and market demand.
5. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, marketing, sales, operations, finance, and customer support, to ensure a unified approach to product development and delivery.
6. Define and communicate product requirements clearly to development teams, ensuring shared understanding of objectives and expectations.
7. Write clear and concise epics and user stories with acceptance criteria.
8. Work closely with engineering teams to deliver high-quality products on time and within scope.
9. Collaborate with marketing and sales teams for successful product launches and market adoption.
10. Use data and analytics to track product performance and identify areas for improvement.
11. Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
12. Proactively address issues and adapt strategies to changing market conditions.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferably in IT or Commerce).
• 3-5 years of experience as a Product Manager, Product Owner, or Business Analyst.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in an Agile environment.
• Deep understanding of the fintech industry.
• Experience in Ecommerce, Payments, Banking, or Financial Services is preferred.
• Experience working in Africa, specifically South Africa and Nigeria, and exposure to the African landscape.

Skills & Knowledge:

• Effective communication with technical teams.
• Ability to analyze data and measure product success.
• Customer-centric mindset and ability to translate needs into features.
• Proficiency in Agile and Scrum methodologies.
• Prioritization skills based on business value and strategic goals.
• Understanding of software development technical aspects.
• Ability to foster collaboration in diverse teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams across geographies.
• Decisiveness and hands-on approach.
• Team-oriented with a commitment to a diverse and inclusive culture.
• Relevant certifications in product management and Agile methodologies are an advantage.

About Us

At PayU, our vision is to create a world without financial borders where everyone can prosper. We aim to provide essential financial services and products in high-growth markets, extending financial reach through technology investments, credit offerings, and online commerce support. As part of Prosus, we possess the global presence and expertise to make a significant impact. Learn more at www.payu.com.

Our Commitment To Building A Diverse And Inclusive Workforce

We are a multicultural organization committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strive to create a safe, transparent, and unbiased environment where everyone feels they belong, is listened to, and can succeed regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, or LGBTQ status. We have zero tolerance for prejudice and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture.