Product Manager (Digital Products)

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Medical and retirement benefits

Career advancement and leadership

Collaborative work environment

Conferences and training

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng seeks an experienced Product Manager to own product vision, strategy, and roadmaps for its digital portfolio. You will partner with engineering, design, marketing and sales to deliver customer-centric digital products that drive business value.

The ideal candidate has 5-7 years in product management, strong Agile knowledge, and excellent analytical and communication skills. This is a full-time, office-based role in Vereeniging.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• MBA is a plus.
• 5-7 years of experience in product management, preferably in digital products or software.
• Proven track record of launching and managing digital products.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and product development processes.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Define and communicate the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for digital products.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and inform product strategy.
• Gather and prioritize product requirements from stakeholders, customers, and market analysis.
• Write detailed product specifications and user stories for the development team.
• Collaborate with engineering and design teams throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Manage the product backlog and prioritize features based on business value and strategic alignment.
• Launch new products and features with marketing and sales for go-to-market strategies.
• Monitor product performance, gather user feedback, and iterate for continuous improvement.
• Act as the primary point of contact for product-related inquiries and decisions.

Skills

Product management

Agile methodologies

Stakeholder collaboration

Market research

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Computer Science/Engineering

MBA (preferred)

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading innovator in digital solutions, is seeking an experienced and strategic Product Manager to lead their product development initiatives from their office in Vereeniging, Gauteng . This role is critical in defining product vision, strategy, and roadmap for their digital product portfolio. You will work closely with engineering, design, marketing, and sales teams to deliver products that delight customers and achieve business goals. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of the product lifecycle, market trends, and customer needs. This is a high-impact role for a product leader in the thriving Gauteng tech scene.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and communicate the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for digital products.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify new opportunities and inform product strategy.
• Gather and prioritize product requirements from stakeholders, customers, and market analysis.
• Write detailed product specifications and user stories for the development team.
• Collaborate closely with engineering and design teams throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Manage the product backlog and prioritize features based on business value and strategic alignment.
• Launch new products and features, working with marketing and sales teams on go-to-market strategies.
• Monitor product performance, gather user feedback, and iterate on products to drive continuous improvement.
• Act as the primary point of contact for product-related inquiries and decisions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• MBA is a plus.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in product management, preferably in digital products or software.
• Proven track record of successfully launching and managing digital products.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and product development processes.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with market research, user research, and competitive analysis.
• Must be able to work full-time from our Vereeniging, Gauteng office.

Benefits

• Attractive salary package with significant performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for career advancement and leadership development.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• Be part of shaping the future of digital products.
• Generous annual leave and holiday provisions.
• Access to industry conferences and training programs.