Product / Project Manager - Irene

Talent Evolution (Pty) Ltd; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable company in the market seeks a Product / Project Manager to lead product strategies and marketing initiatives. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in FMCG or luxury brands and skills in strategic thinking, negotiation, and team management. This role demands a proactive approach to managing stock and supplier relationships. Competitive salary and opportunities for team development are offered.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
• FMCG or luxury brand experience is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead product and brand strategies.
• Manage stock and supplier relationships.
• Ensure efficient execution of marketing and operational projects.
• Oversee projects to ensure they are on time and within budget.

Skills

Strategic approach with strong commercial insight

Proven ability in creative problem solving

Strong negotiating, organisational, and time management skills

Excellent verbal and written communication

Ability to coach, manage, and grow people

Strong interpersonal skills

Strong computer literacy

Education

Post Grade 12 qualification (Degree or equivalent)

Tools

ERP system knowledge

Outlook

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Role Purpose

The Product / Project Manager will be responsible for leading product and brand strategies, overseeing new product development, managing stock and supplier relationships, and ensuring efficient execution of marketing and operational projects. The role requires strong leadership, creativity, and commercial acumen to achieve growth, profitability, and innovation across categories.

Responsibilities

Strategic & Marketing Management

• Develop and direct annual category, brand, and product plans to achieve financial growth and profitability targets.
• Plan, manage, and execute marketing campaigns aligned to category and brand strategies.
• Drive new product development (NPD), from concept through to launch, informed by market trends and competitor analysis.
• Identify and implement innovative ingredients, packaging, technologies, and concepts that are commercially viable.

Product Lifecycle & Stock Management

• Collaborate with Procurement and Operations to ensure efficient stock planning and movement.
• Manage growth targets and forecasts by brand and SKU.
• Drive promotional activity and innovation to ensure required stock turn.
• Clear ageing or expiring stock proactively.

Supplier & Compliance Management

• Manage product costing within purchasing and packaging parameters.
• Partner and negotiate with manufacturers and suppliers to achieve business objectives.
• Manage supplier agreements, processes, and relationships.
• Ensure all products are legal, compliant, and appropriate for exports and CAMS, with a focus on labelling and ingredients.

Project & People Leadership

• Oversee and deliver projects on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Lead, manage, and develop the team within the department.
• Improve and implement systems and processes to enhance efficiency.

Minimum Requirements

• Post Grade 12 qualification (Degree or equivalent). RPL will be taken into account.
• At least 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
• FMCG or luxury brand experience.
• Valid driver’s license.

Skills & Attributes

• Strategic approach with strong commercial insight.
• Proven ability in creative problem solving.
• Strong negotiating, organisational, and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to coach, manage, and grow people.
• Customer-oriented with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Strong computer literacy (Outlook, MS Word, Excel) and ERP system knowledge.
• Flexible with time and mobility.

Should you not receive a response within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.