Product Manager (Data) at The Foschini Group

The Foschini Group; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the retail sector is seeking a Product Manager to develop an Insights/BI product vision aligned with business strategy. The role includes defining product strategy, managing stakeholder demands, and spearheading product development across teams, all while focusing on delivering exceptional customer experiences. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and a blend of product management and technical leadership experience to thrive in this dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3 years product management or technical team leadership experience.
• 5 years technical delivery experience.
• 3 years Scrum & Agile experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and drive Insights/BI product vision and strategy.
• Manage stakeholder interaction and demand for product.
• Establish and maintain product roadmap and timelines.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Customer-centric design

Education

Relevant 4-year degree

Job description

Package & Remuneration
JOB DESCRIPTION

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop an Insights/BI product vision and strategy in line with the business strategy.
• Define and drive the integrated product strategy for Insights/BI ensuring strategy is aligned with overall business goals and communicated effectively to stakeholders.
• Establish and maintain product roadmap and timelines
• Manage stakeholder interaction and demand
• Manage release planning for product
• Manage the product budget
• Work with the engineering teams to translate product roadmap into detailed requirements
• Work with the relevant teams to roll-out and communicate product changes to customers
• Coordinate work between multiple teams within TFG for programmes of work
• Look for new trends, practices, technologies, and products that drive competitive advantage and customer benefit
• Help facilitate Insights/BI usage by defining and optimising for key metrics
• Maximise the product team's ability to deliver consistently, rapidly, and effectively. This
• includes implementing best practices for product planning, sizing, research, development,
• testing and measurement. Emphasis on sprint and design thinking facilitation

Qualifications and Experience:

• Must have a relevant 4-year degree or equivalent in working experience
• 3 years Product management or technical team leadership experience
• 5 years technical delivery experience
• 3 years Scrum & Agile experience is preferred

Skills:

• Strong analytical skills and data-driven decision-making capabilities, with the ability to translate complex insights into actionable strategies and initiatives
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and build consensus around product priorities and trade-offs
• A passion for innovation and customer-centric design, with a relentless focus on delivering exceptional experiences that drive business growth and customer loyalty

Behaviours:

• Business Insight - applies market and business insights in order to drive organisational objectives
• Communicates Effectively - conveys information and communicates ideas in a clear, concise and impactful manner
• Decision Quality - consistently makes timely, well-rounded and informed decisions
• Ensures Accountability - takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
• Manages Complexity - interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems
• Optimizes Work Processes - assesses and improves the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of various work processes
• Plans and Aligns - develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives
• Tech Savvy - leverages new technology to enhance productivity, improve problem solving, and support business growth

Preference will be given, but not limited to, candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.

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ABOUT US

Who we are is because of our people. They are our greatest asset. TFG is an internationally diversified retail portfolio of 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands that Inspire our Customers to live their Best Lives and are woven into the lives of millions. Our vision is to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for our customers. TFG is more than a workplace, it's a launchpad for your growth. Join us and explore endless growth opportunities across our diverse brands. We're a purpose-led business, and on this team, you'll share the pride of making an impact across a whole industry.

We're the designers, the makers, the shakers and the teams behind the scenes.

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ABOUT THE TEAM

At TFG, technology is the silent engine behind fashion, financial services, and our factory floors. Our Infotec team builds the platforms that power over 3,600 stores and millions of customer moments. From cloud-native retail applications to AI/ML deployments, we solve real-world retail [Email Address Removed]her you love engineering, data, architecture, or innovation at the edge-we have room for your kind of talent. Let's build something enduring together.