Product Specialist

Dananda Talent; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading talent recruitment company in Johannesburg is looking for a professional to manage product configurations, marketing efforts, and administrative tasks. The ideal candidate holds a trade diploma in electrical or electronic fields with at least 2 years of experience. Excellent communication and technical skills are essential to support product trials and prepare documentation. Join an innovative team that values detail and results-driven collaboration.

Qualifications

• Trade diploma with 2+ years experience required.
• Must have strong electrical and electronic skills.
• Excellent communication skills in English are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage product configurations and quality requirements.
• Coordinate firmware and hardware testing.
• Develop and update product manuals.

Skills

Excellent English communication

Strong electrical and electronic competencies

Advanced computer skills

Technical documentation and presentation abilities

Education

Trade diploma in electrical, electronic, or instrumentation

Tools

MS Office

MS Teams

Job description

What You'll Do

Product Management

• Manage product configurations and quality requirements including NCRs, ECRs, technical bulletins, and BOM updates
• Coordinate firmware and hardware testing through Alpha and Beta programs
• Conduct ad-hoc audits on product support and site documentation
• Develop and update product manuals and technical documentation
• Support product trials and proof-of-concept initiatives with customers
• Provide technical training and support to internal teams and clients

Product Marketing

• Create compelling marketing content including brochures, presentations, and social media materials
• Deliver customer presentations and product demonstrations
• Train sales teams on product features and applications
• Develop deep understanding of product solutions and competitive landscape
• Provide market intelligence on competitor offerings and customer needs
• Lead product launch activities including trials, demonstrations, and advertising content

Administration

• Manage daily communications and documentation
• Handle routine HR and administrative tasks efficiently

  What We're Looking For

  Required Qualifications

  • Trade diploma in electrical, electronic, or instrumentation (Technicon Diploma S4 or equivalent) with 2+ years qualified experience

  Essential Skills

  • Excellent English communication (written and verbal)
  • Strong electrical and electronic competencies
  • Advanced computer skills, particularly MS Office and MS Teams
  • Technical documentation and presentation abilities

  Knowledge Areas

  • Electrical and electronic systems
  • Mechanical principles
  • Mining industry exposure (TMM experience advantageous)

  Personal Attributes

  • Self-starter with excellent time management
  • Diligent and detail-oriented
  • Adaptable to rapid changes and comfortable under pressure
  • Strong administrative capabilities
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Results-driven team player